Property description
This imposing period home in open countryside enjoys a commanding position with elevated views to rear over rolling countryside. This spacious family home with large outbuildings is ideal for those looking to work from home or who require substantial two storey annexe accommodation. The property stands within a large established plot with extensive south west facing gardens that extends to just over 1.7 acres in total. The property has been carefully extended with accommodation to include a large entrance hall with feature staircase providing access to a cellar, three reception rooms and a superb traditional style conservatory and breakfast kitchen with granite worksurfaces. On the first floor are four double bedrooms, four bathroom/shower rooms and the master bedroom also has the benefit of a dressing room. Electric gates provide access to a generous gravelled driveway, large garage block with studio to rear with vaulted ceiling and staircase to annexe/home office space over. Further outbuildings include a detached timber garage, brick store and the property has the benefit of solar panels and the potential for a 14m wind turbine.
The property is situated on the north side of the village, surrounded by rolling countryside just opposite to the entrance of Champneys Springs, a contemporary spa. The Firs is located in North West Leicestershire just off the A42 approximately 3 miles south of Ashby-de-la-Zouch. The nearby village of Measham is near to the borders with Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Warwickshire and lies within the National Forest. The village offers a wide range of day-to-day amenities including a library and leisure centre.
The property itself benefits from the majority double glazing and oil fired central heating with radiators in the majority of rooms.
ACCOMMODATION
SPACIOUS ENTRANCE HALL
Features an original balustrade staircase, part parquet floor and access to cellar.
CELLAR
Houses the oil fired Worcester boiler, light points.
SITTING ROOM
This particularly large sitting room could be divided into two separate reception rooms if required. The room features a multi fuel burning stove set on a slate hearth, four windows, double opening French doors onto the gardens, dado rail, picture rail and numerous wall light points.
DINING ROOM
Double doors from the entrance hall open into the dining room with cast iron fireplace with tile inserts and wooden surround. French doors open into the conservatory.
CONSERVATORY
A recent addition to the accommodation being fully double glazed with leaded lights and laminated wood flooring. From the conservatory panoramic views over the rear gardens can be enjoyed.
STUDY
Window to front elevation and laminated wood flooring.
BREAKFAST KITCHEN
This spacious breakfast kitchen supplied by Olympic Kitchens is fitted with a range of ivory coloured base and wall units with granite worksurfaces and inset enamel sink with drainer. There is space for a range style cooker with over mantel, travertine tiled flooring, three windows and appliances to include built in dishwasher and fridge.
GALLERIED LANDING
The landing with original balustrade is spacious and includes a sitting area/study space. There is a window to rear with far reaching views, access to loft and a window to the front elevation.
MASTER BEDROOM
Two windows to rear with far reaching views, fireplace recess, picture rail, wall light point, laminated wood flooring.
DRESSING ROOM
Fitted with a range of mirror fronted wardrobes with hanging space and fitted shelving and fitted dressing table with drawers.
LUXURY EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Fitted with a four piece suite comprising of a large walk in double shower, wash hand basin, bath with mixer tap and low level wc. There is a towel rail, windows to front and side and loft access.
BEDROOM TWO
Two double glazed windows to rear with far reaching views.
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a shower enclosure, low level wc and wash hand basin, window to the side elevation.
BEDROOM THREE
Window to front elevation.
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a shower enclosure, low level wc, wash hand basin and window to side elevation.
BEDROOM FOUR
Window to rear with far reaching views, fitted wardrobe with storage boxes over, bedside units and fitted shelving. Cast iron feature fireplace with tiled hearth.
LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM
Fitted with a white suite comprising of a spa bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level wc, wash hand basin, vertical radiator, ceramic tiling, shaver point and window to front.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached by electric metal gates which open onto a large gravelled driveway to front providing hard standing for numerous vehicles and there is vehicular access to both sides of the property. The property occupies a good sized plot extending to just over 1.7 acres and stands behind an established front boundary hedge which includes a number of mature trees. The gardens are a particular feature and extend to three sides of the property. They include a wide variety of established shrubs including large banks of Rhododendron bushes. The lawn are extensive and cover much of the garden and a large number of trees help to create a parkland feel. The gardens are extremely private and boast stunning views to the west over rolling countryside.
LARGE GARAGE
Three up and over doors, light and power points. One of the garages has been sub-divided to create an area for storage.
STUDIO
To the rear of the garage is a superb studio with three windows, glazed entrance door and vaulted ceiling with two Velux windows. Stairs lead off to a first floor annexe/home office.
ANNEXE/HOME OFFICE
Ideal for home office or self contained annexe subject to obtaining Planning Permission. Including a small kitchen area and SEPARATE WC with double glazed window, low level wc, wash hand basin and plumbing for bath/shower. There are double glazed windows to side and rear, radiator and two Velux windows to front.
DETACHED TIMBER DOUBLE GARAGE
Two double doors, personal door to side under a pitched roof.
BRICK STORE
Under a pitched roof with power and light, double glazed windows.
SOLAR PANELS
Provide 4kw to the house and 4kw to the garage split between British Gas and EDF on a 20 year contract. We understand from the vendor that there is also planning permission for a 14 metre wind turbine.
DIRECTIONS
From J12 of the A42 proceed towards Measham in a southerly direction along the Measham Road. Take the second turning on the left onto Gallows Lane B4116. The Firs is the second property situated on the right hand side opposite to the entrance with Champneys Springs.
SERVICES
The property is connected to mains water and electricity , foul sewage is to a septic tank. The heating system is served by an oil fired Worcester boiler located in the cellar. We understand mains gas is connected as far as the hedgerow boundary.
TENURE
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
North West Leicestershire District Council.
Property Features :
- Four Bedroom Period Home in Open Countryside
- Stunning South West Facing Plot Extending to 1.74 Acres
- Large Garage, Studio and Annexe
- Three Reception Rooms and Conservatory
- Large Breakfast Kitchen
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