4 Bedroom Detached for sale in Market Harborough, LE16
Westhorpe, Ashley, Market Harborough, LE16£499,500
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Orchard House is an attractive stone built house, set behind an original red brick wall yet with the benefit of having been built in 1988 and meticulously maintained and upgraded by the current owners since. Located on the beautifully presented Westhorpe in Ashley, one of the Welland Valleys most sought after villages and with the benefit of a private South-West facing garden and the vendor being suited.
SITUATION
Ashley is a picturesque and much sought after village in the Welland Valley on the border of Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, surrounded by un-spoilt countryside. The village itself benefits from a Grade I listed Church, predominately re-built in Victorian times and designed by the renowned architect Sir Gilbert Scott. The village's community spirit centres on both the church and village hall whilst also having a wonderful farm shop. The village pub, The George, is under new ownership and expected to reopen in September this year.The neighbouring villages of Medbourne and Great Easton provide additional facilities including a post office / general stores, public houses / restaurant and a flood lit sports centre with tennis courts. The charming market towns of Market Harborough and Uppingham are approximately 6 and 10 miles away respectively and both offer a diverse range of boutique shops, bars and restaurants with a Waitrose at Market Harborough. Recreational facilities in the area are excellent and as well as all country pursuits that can be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside, Rutland Water is close by for water sports enthusiasts. Rockingham castle, East Carlton Country Park and golf clubs at both Stoke Albany and Priors Hall are all easily accessible. There is an excellent range of both state and private schooling locally including primary at Wilbarston and Bringhurst, both rated 'Good' by Ofsted. For secondary schooling there is the well regarded UCC (Uppingham Community College) whilst the area is also home to many respected private schools including at Oakham, Oundle, Uppingham, Stamford and Leicester Grammar School (Great Glen).The communication network is first-class; the A6 connects Market Harborough and Leicester, whilst to the north, the A47 links Leicester and Peterborough. To the south is the A14 dual carriageway, linking the A1 and M1. Mainline rail services are at Market Harborough connecting with London St Pancras from 55 minutes. International air travel is available close by at East Midlands, Birmingham, Stansted and Luton airports.
DESCRIPTION
Orchard House is an attractive stone built house accessed through the front door into the vestibule which in turn leads to the spacious hallway. Stairs rise to the first floor and door leads into the lounge having double aspect windows, multi-fuel burner set in a feature stone fireplace with slate hearth and doors through to the conservatory, with electrically operated roof windows and central heating, and out to the patio and garden. Further doors from the hallway give access to the dining room with access hatch to the kitchen having a full range of units and door through to the utility room with further units and space for appliances. The master bedroom has en suite shower room and built in cupboard, three further bedrooms, one of which is currently utilised as a study, and the family bathroom make up the first floor accommodation.
OUTSIDE
Orchard House is set behind a stunning original wall and is approached via a pedestrian gate and paved driveway providing parking for two or three vehicles and leads to the detached garage. There are plenty of storage opportunities including space for a greenhouse to the side of the garage. A further wrought iron gate leads to the pretty part-walled garden, which is a private space, fully enclosed and has flagstone patio areas, lawn and herbaceous borders, all accessed via the conservatory and facing predominantly South-West.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains water, electricity and sewerage all connected. Local Authority: Kettering Borough Council (01536 410333)Council Tax Band: ETenure: FreeholdEPC Rating: C
SITUATION
Ashley is a picturesque and much sought after village in the Welland Valley on the border of Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, surrounded by un-spoilt countryside. The village itself benefits from a Grade I listed Church, predominately re-built in Victorian times and designed by the renowned architect Sir Gilbert Scott. The village's community spirit centres on both the church and village hall whilst also having a wonderful farm shop. The village pub, The George, is under new ownership and expected to reopen in September this year.The neighbouring villages of Medbourne and Great Easton provide additional facilities including a post office / general stores, public houses / restaurant and a flood lit sports centre with tennis courts. The charming market towns of Market Harborough and Uppingham are approximately 6 and 10 miles away respectively and both offer a diverse range of boutique shops, bars and restaurants with a Waitrose at Market Harborough. Recreational facilities in the area are excellent and as well as all country pursuits that can be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside, Rutland Water is close by for water sports enthusiasts. Rockingham castle, East Carlton Country Park and golf clubs at both Stoke Albany and Priors Hall are all easily accessible. There is an excellent range of both state and private schooling locally including primary at Wilbarston and Bringhurst, both rated 'Good' by Ofsted. For secondary schooling there is the well regarded UCC (Uppingham Community College) whilst the area is also home to many respected private schools including at Oakham, Oundle, Uppingham, Stamford and Leicester Grammar School (Great Glen).The communication network is first-class; the A6 connects Market Harborough and Leicester, whilst to the north, the A47 links Leicester and Peterborough. To the south is the A14 dual carriageway, linking the A1 and M1. Mainline rail services are at Market Harborough connecting with London St Pancras from 55 minutes. International air travel is available close by at East Midlands, Birmingham, Stansted and Luton airports.
DESCRIPTION
Orchard House is an attractive stone built house accessed through the front door into the vestibule which in turn leads to the spacious hallway. Stairs rise to the first floor and door leads into the lounge having double aspect windows, multi-fuel burner set in a feature stone fireplace with slate hearth and doors through to the conservatory, with electrically operated roof windows and central heating, and out to the patio and garden. Further doors from the hallway give access to the dining room with access hatch to the kitchen having a full range of units and door through to the utility room with further units and space for appliances. The master bedroom has en suite shower room and built in cupboard, three further bedrooms, one of which is currently utilised as a study, and the family bathroom make up the first floor accommodation.
OUTSIDE
Orchard House is set behind a stunning original wall and is approached via a pedestrian gate and paved driveway providing parking for two or three vehicles and leads to the detached garage. There are plenty of storage opportunities including space for a greenhouse to the side of the garage. A further wrought iron gate leads to the pretty part-walled garden, which is a private space, fully enclosed and has flagstone patio areas, lawn and herbaceous borders, all accessed via the conservatory and facing predominantly South-West.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains water, electricity and sewerage all connected. Local Authority: Kettering Borough Council (01536 410333)Council Tax Band: ETenure: FreeholdEPC Rating: C
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