The current owners have sympathetically extended this detached country home brimming with charm and character, occupying a delightful secluded position off Church Lane in the pretty village of Chilcote. Enjoying an idyllic rural setting yet ideal for commuters with excellent transport links via the A38, A42 and M1. For secondary schooling it lies under the catchments for Ashby Ivanhoe and Ashby School.

Step inside the front door where a hall offers space for coats and shoes and has a guest's WC off. A further door opens into the main reception hall that is large enough to use as a study, dining hall or sitting area. It has a tiled floor and stairs leading to the first floor.

Your eyes are drawn straight ahead to the superb garden room that has oak flooring and enjoys a triple aspect overlooking the lovely rear garden.

Next is the lounge that has a cosy cottage feel with a focal point log burner, wooden flooring and dual aspect windows to the front and rear. Off the lounge is a separate study/office which is also dual aspect and offers the versatility to use as another reception room or occasional bedroom if required.

At the heart of the home is a well-appointed breakfast kitchen with a range of base, drawer and wall units, stylish contrasting work surfaces incorporating a ceramic Belfast style sink and space for a range style cooker. There is plenty of room for a dining table and dual aspect windows to the front and rear.

Completing the ground floor accommodation is a useful utility room with additional appliance space, further fitted units and a door to the rear garden.

On the first floor the impressive master bedroom has a high vaulted ceiling incorporating four skylights and revealed timbers, fitted wardrobes, and a French window overlooking the garden and beyond. There are two further double bedrooms with revealed timbers and both having fitted storage. The bathroom has been tastefully refitted and upgraded with a character flair including a panelled bath, separate shower cubicle, vanity unit with inset wash basin and a close coupled WC.

The property sits on a wonderful 0.29-acre plot having extensive lawns, an ornamental wildlife pond and well-established borders sure to burst with colour as we move into Spring. There is a useful outhouse comprising two sheds and a gardeners WC.

To the front is a small front garden and a very broad driveway providing plenty of parking, a good-sized detached double garage and a hardstanding area ideal for caravan storage plus a carport.

To view this fantastic country cottage please contact John German Ashby office.

Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Services: LPG central heating. Drainage is via a septic tank. Mains water and electricity are believed to be connected to the property but purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability.
Useful Websites: Our Ref: JGA/25022022
Local Authority/Tax Band: North West Leicestershire District Council / Tax Band D