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Full Details for 2 Bedroom Semi-Detached for sale in Leicester, LE8 :
Character and elegance with modern fittings in sought after village location!! The team at IPS Estate Agents are delighted to offer this most charming extended 3 storey former three bedroom period cottage. It is situated close to the village of Countesthorpe which contains a range of local amenities including shops, schools and public transport and the area is well served with recreational facilities including pubs, restaurants and gymnasium and beautiful countryside and canal walks. The property also affords easy access to the main road, motorway network, Fosse Park shopping, Leicester and Lutterworth centres. The property was originally a three bedroom cottage, now converted to two bedrooms and the accommodation contains a wealth of unique features with a full range of modern fixtures and fittings which retains much of its original character including high ceilings, exposed fireplaces, cellar and AN INTERNAL INSPECTION IS ESSENTIAL to appreciate the scope of the accommodation on offer. With gas central heating and double glazing. the accommodation briefly comprises: Front lounge, superbly fitted dining kitchen with access to a oak- framed alfresco dining area and access to cellar. First Floor: Large second double bedroom, family bathroom and stairs to second floor. Second Floor: Much larger than average master bedroom having extensive views towards Little John and Bradgate Park. Outside: A shared front access leading to garage and a private side access to the beautifully landscaped and well maintained rear garden which is not overlooked from the rear.
Front Lounge - 11'10" (3.61m) Max x 10'10" (3.3m)
With an attractive double glazed bow window to front elevation with part led lights, double radiator, attractive feature fireplace with solid oak mantel, tiled inset hearth fitted with a cast iron multi- fuel burner, fitted meter cupboard, high ceiling with coving and glazed door to extended dining kitchen.
Dining Kitchen - 15'7" (4.75m) Max x 20'7" (6.27m)
A delightful spacious and airy reception kitchen area with a solid oak floor and a wealth of character with modern fixtures and fittings. With a range of wood fronted, modern style wall and base units with roll edge work tops over, with over counter lighting, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer taps, inset four ring gas hob with electric under oven and stainless steel cooker hood extractor fan over, part tiled walling to work surfaces, integrated dishwasher and fridge, plumbing for washing machine, ceiling spotlights, coving to ceiling, two double radiators, space for large dining table, original brick fireplace with exposed brick work with open flue with light (not in use), granite effect slabbed hearth, two attractive sky lights and double glazed French doors leading to alfresco dining area, doors and stairs to cellar area and stairs to first floor.
Alfresco Dining Area - 7'1" (2.16m) x 15'7" (4.75m)
Oak framed open dining area having a mono pitched roof with doubled glazed skylights and exposed rafters and timber work, beautiful oak framing set on brick plinth and a paved floor, this is a delightful dining area making it a relaxing space for any activity, no matter what the weather conditions and the area leads directly into the garden and patio areas.
Cellar - 15'8" (4.78m) x 10'6" (3.2m)
Access from the dining kitchen, a useful are for storage of nonperishable goods. (The cellar extends beneath the ground floor of the adjoing property)
First Floor Landing
Staircase from dining kitchen leads to first floor landing with stairs to second floor, access to bedroom and bathroom.
Double Bedroom Two - 11'0" (3.35m) Max x 10'10" (3.3m)
With high ceilings and coving, double glazed window to front and radiator.
Luxury Bathroom - 11'9" (3.58m) Max x 10'10" (3.3m)
With Jacuzzi corner spa bath, separate Jacuzzi steam shower cubicle fitted with a radio sound system, shower cubicle with an additional aroma therapy feature, low level WC suite, pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer taps, chrome towel rail, bespoke suspended ceiling with consealed lighting, ceiling spotlights, amtico effect flooring, part tiled walls, built-in cupboard housing gas combination boiler providing central heating and domestic hot water and double glazed windows providing views across Countesthorpe.
Master Bedroom - 11'9" (3.58m) x 22'7" (6.88m)
Staircase from the first floor landing leads to a beautiful master bedroom which was originally designed as being two bedrooms, but has now been converted into one through bedroom with double glazed windows to front and rear, with the rear enjoying views towards Bradgate Park and Old John. There are two chimney breasts, a natural polished wood floor, two radiators and access to boarded and insulated loft.
Front Garden
The property is set well back from Station Road via a long shared driveway, which gives access to the garage, off road parking immediately to the front of property and low maintenance pebbled and paved area. There is a pedestrian right of way to the front leading only to one neighbouring property and a private gated access leads to the beautifully, well maintained landscaped rear garden.
Garage
Concrete sectional garage with double doors, light and power.
Attractive Rear Garden
As previously mentioned one of the stunning features of this property is the alfresco dining whereby you can relax and dine at all times of the year and enjoy views of the beautiful rear garden which is attractively maintained having a westerly aspect thereby enjoying evening sunshine. The garden comprises a patio area which leads directly to the lawn with two rockery beds and a low wall and sleeper, steps lead to a further lawned area, well planted with a variety of shrubs and plants, not directly overlooked from the rear and there is a useful timber shed with power and outside tap.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
Front Lounge - 11'10" (3.61m) Max x 10'10" (3.3m)
With an attractive double glazed bow window to front elevation with part led lights, double radiator, attractive feature fireplace with solid oak mantel, tiled inset hearth fitted with a cast iron multi- fuel burner, fitted meter cupboard, high ceiling with coving and glazed door to extended dining kitchen.
Dining Kitchen - 15'7" (4.75m) Max x 20'7" (6.27m)
A delightful spacious and airy reception kitchen area with a solid oak floor and a wealth of character with modern fixtures and fittings. With a range of wood fronted, modern style wall and base units with roll edge work tops over, with over counter lighting, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer taps, inset four ring gas hob with electric under oven and stainless steel cooker hood extractor fan over, part tiled walling to work surfaces, integrated dishwasher and fridge, plumbing for washing machine, ceiling spotlights, coving to ceiling, two double radiators, space for large dining table, original brick fireplace with exposed brick work with open flue with light (not in use), granite effect slabbed hearth, two attractive sky lights and double glazed French doors leading to alfresco dining area, doors and stairs to cellar area and stairs to first floor.
Alfresco Dining Area - 7'1" (2.16m) x 15'7" (4.75m)
Oak framed open dining area having a mono pitched roof with doubled glazed skylights and exposed rafters and timber work, beautiful oak framing set on brick plinth and a paved floor, this is a delightful dining area making it a relaxing space for any activity, no matter what the weather conditions and the area leads directly into the garden and patio areas.
Cellar - 15'8" (4.78m) x 10'6" (3.2m)
Access from the dining kitchen, a useful are for storage of nonperishable goods. (The cellar extends beneath the ground floor of the adjoing property)
First Floor Landing
Staircase from dining kitchen leads to first floor landing with stairs to second floor, access to bedroom and bathroom.
Double Bedroom Two - 11'0" (3.35m) Max x 10'10" (3.3m)
With high ceilings and coving, double glazed window to front and radiator.
Luxury Bathroom - 11'9" (3.58m) Max x 10'10" (3.3m)
With Jacuzzi corner spa bath, separate Jacuzzi steam shower cubicle fitted with a radio sound system, shower cubicle with an additional aroma therapy feature, low level WC suite, pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer taps, chrome towel rail, bespoke suspended ceiling with consealed lighting, ceiling spotlights, amtico effect flooring, part tiled walls, built-in cupboard housing gas combination boiler providing central heating and domestic hot water and double glazed windows providing views across Countesthorpe.
Master Bedroom - 11'9" (3.58m) x 22'7" (6.88m)
Staircase from the first floor landing leads to a beautiful master bedroom which was originally designed as being two bedrooms, but has now been converted into one through bedroom with double glazed windows to front and rear, with the rear enjoying views towards Bradgate Park and Old John. There are two chimney breasts, a natural polished wood floor, two radiators and access to boarded and insulated loft.
Front Garden
The property is set well back from Station Road via a long shared driveway, which gives access to the garage, off road parking immediately to the front of property and low maintenance pebbled and paved area. There is a pedestrian right of way to the front leading only to one neighbouring property and a private gated access leads to the beautifully, well maintained landscaped rear garden.
Garage
Concrete sectional garage with double doors, light and power.
Attractive Rear Garden
As previously mentioned one of the stunning features of this property is the alfresco dining whereby you can relax and dine at all times of the year and enjoy views of the beautiful rear garden which is attractively maintained having a westerly aspect thereby enjoying evening sunshine. The garden comprises a patio area which leads directly to the lawn with two rockery beds and a low wall and sleeper, steps lead to a further lawned area, well planted with a variety of shrubs and plants, not directly overlooked from the rear and there is a useful timber shed with power and outside tap.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.