Detached house for sale in Loughborough LE12, 4 Bedroom

Unrecognisable from its circa 1904 starting point, this period resident has been extended and enlarged to create a substantial family home on a corner plot with excellent communication links and close proximity to the auspicious Tickow Lane address within Shepshed. The property cleverly combines period features with modern amenity including an open fire, reclaimed oak flooring to the hall, dining room and lounge in part whilst the kitchen spans in excess of 21 feet and has a myriad of storage cupboard units along with integrated appliances whilst at first floor there are two en-suite shower rooms and main three piece family bathroom. The accommodation in brief comprises of hall/study area, lounge with box bay and open fireplace, dining room, kitchen, wc then at first floor there are three double bedrooms, two having en-suite, a nicely sized fourth and a three piece family bathroom. Outside the afore mentioned corner plot provides generous gardens which afford privacy and special reference should be made to the site map to fully appreciate the size of land on offer. There is a garage, external store, presscrete car standing area. The property is well presented throughout, many of the walls and ceilings have been replastered and re-skimmed and its individuality requires a site visit to fully appreciate the size of accommodation on offer.

Accommodation

UPVC replacement front entrance door with arched obscure glass panel providing natural lighting and access to the hall.

Hall

The hall gives the first indication of the improvement and specification that occurs throughout the property along with its reconfiguration and design (dating back to 1904). The hall itself has neutral wall decoration with contrasting lightly stained skirting with matching door jams. A cupboard with a stripped timber door which discreetly houses the 'Baxi' gas central heating boiler which has an additional pressurised unit adjacent to it and is equipped with a rail. Also within the hall there are two double electrical sockets, a modern radiator with temperature control with openings through to the kitchen and inner hall respectively.

Inner Hall

The inner hall has attractive reclaimed oak flooring, a front elevation double glazed window. A work surface providing desk space with a double cupboard beneath the stairs recess which has a uniform spindle balustrade. Walls have been reskimmed, a modern radiator with temperature control and then what used to be the original front entrance is now a wc.

Wc

The wc comprises of a two piece suite consisting of pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash backs, low level wc with dual flush capability. A ladder design centrally heated towel rail, side elevation obscure glass double glazed window with a tiled sill. Stripped timber door and beyond this is a further side elevation window which provides extra lighting to the inner hall.

Lounge (8.08m x 3.96m (26'6 x 13'))

The lounge provides crisp clean lines along side character with its feature open fire place on raised brick hearth with a reclaimed timber mantelpiece contrasting with the neutrally decorated re-skimmed walls. A side elevation double glazed box bay window and the open plan layout has an archway through to the rear of the lounge where there is further reclaimed oak flooring matching that of the inner hallway, this space is open to interpretation with regards to its use and has an attractive architectural feature with an internal hexagonal glazed window providing natural lighting from the kitchen. Two modern radiators with temperature control serve the room, multiple electrical sockets and a broad opening through to the dining room.

Dining Room (4.42m x 4.01m (14'6 x 13'2))

It is no surprise that the current owners enjoy entertaining and the dining room provides this in abundance with impressive proportions and a light and bright room with dual aspect having both front and side elevation double glazed windows, not with standing the double glazed rear access door. The reclaimed oak flooring continues and so does the theme of exposed skirting along with neutrally decorated walls. Modern radiator with temperature control and a ceiling height in excess of 8 feet further provides the feeling of space.

Kitchen (6.50m x 3.38m (21'4 x 11'1))

The kitchen is impressive not only in its size but also its capacity for storage units where there are a myriad of cupboards of both base and eye level and then quality integrated appliances which include a 'Fagor' induction hob, whilst below this is a 'Neff' electric oven and opposite a 'Bosch' electric double oven and grill. Plumbing for automatic dishwasher. The work surfaces provide ample food preparation surface area, natural lighting is provided by both the side and rear elevation double glazed window. A large tiled floor continues through to the utility section and here there is plumbing for automatic washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. A second sink unit and front elevation double glazed window with space for a fridge freezer adjacent. The kitchen is probably the lightest of all the rooms considering its triple aspect.

First Floor Landing

Stairs lead from the inner hallway to the first floor landing with a front elevation uPVC double glazed window, exposed timber doors and door jams along with the skirting to all first floor rooms.

Bedroom One (4.42m x 4.01m (14'6 x 13'2))

Not included in the measurement is the 6 ft corridor into the room whereby the master bedroom has both rear and side elevation double glazed windows, exposed timber floor, partially vaulted ceiling and multiple electrical sockets.

En-Suite

The en-suite consists of three elements, with shower cubicle having mains shower over, wash hand basin with mosaic tiled splash back, low level wc with dual flush capability and wall mounted electric extractor. The stone pattern ceramic tiled floor further compliments and the electric heater within has an additional timer.

Bedroom Two (3.28m x 2.95m (10'9 x 9'8))

The second bedroom also has en-suite facilities and the side elevation replacement uPVC double glazed window has a timber sill complimenting the exposed timber flooring contrasting with the neutral re-skimmed walls. Multiple electrical sockets and the afore mentioned en-suite.

En-Suite

The en-suite comprises of three elements, a shower cubicle with mains shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and a low level wc with dual flush capability all with tiled splash backs with decorative mosaic stone border tile. Ladder design centrally heated towel rail, ceiling mounted extractor.

Bedroom Three (4.09m x 3.00m (13'5 x 9'10))

The third double bedroom has a side elevation uPVC sealed unit double glazed window, exposed timber floor and smart neutral wall decoration. Modern radiator and once again the room fuses contemporary with character.

Bedroom Four (3.05m x 2.39m (10' x 7'10))

The fourth bedroom is nicely sized and has a ceiling height in excess of 8 feet with roof space access hatch. A front elevation window with views towards Oakley Road. A cupboard discreetly houses the modern hot water cylinder, a modern radiator with temperature control, neutral wall decoration and this time painted skirting.

Bathroom

The main bathroom of the property has a stylish three piece suite comprising of an angular bath having side mounted mixer tap and shower fitment, a pedestal wash hand basin and low level wc with dual flush capability all with tiled splash backs including stone mini brick border tile. Ladder design centrally heated towel rail, front elevation obscure glass double glazed window, plinth shelving over a stairs recess and wall mounted extractor fan.

Outside Front

The cobbled patterned driveway allows off road car parking for two if not three vehicles depending on size and there is then a detached timber garage with outside hot and cold water taps emerging from the kitchen. To the front elevation there is block paving in a herringbone pattern and this leads to the front entrance door which has a pitched timber canopy. To the right hand elevation the paving continues via a timber gate.

Outside Rear

At the rear there is a patio area beyond the kitchen and after this is an impressive sized lawn enclosed by a mixture of timber fencing affording privacy not overlooked from beyond, mature trees to the right hand elevation further screen and the final element of the garden is a corner store room/shed concrete sectional with timber access door and is provided with power and light.

To Find The Property

From Loughborough town centre proceed along the A6 Derby Road passing through the village of Hathern and at the traffic lights turn right onto Ashby Road towards Long Whatton. Go past Long Whatton and at the next turning on the left hand side turn onto Hallamford Road, follow this road onto the edge of Shepshed turning left onto Oakley Road and then immediate right onto New Walk where the property is situated on the corner of Oakley Road and New Walk as identified by the agents 'For Sale' board.

Services, Tenure And Council Tax

All mains services are available and connected to the property which is gas centrally heated. The property is freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Charnwood Borough Council - Tax Band D

Disclaimer

We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller by separate negotiation.