1 bedroom terraced house for sale

A attractive 1 bedroomed mews house forming part of a prestigious conversion of a Grade II Listed building known as Great Bowden Hall, which lies just outside the highly desirable south east Leicestershire village of Great Bowden.

Occupying a delightful courtyard setting, the property is approached via an entrance hall with cloakroom/w.c. off, exceptionally spacious open plan living accommodation including a lounge with attractive staircase off and bay window to front, dining area and fitted kitchen with built-in appliances.

. - On the upper floor is a good sized open plan double bedroom with built-in wardrobe and spectacular views to the front and rear overlooking the grounds and countryside, and well appointed bathroom with mains shower over the bath.

The communal grounds are beautifully landscaped with sitting areas and access to the towpath to the Grand Union Canal, and the property also has a share of an adjoining 15 acre field which is currently let to a farmer. The property also has an allocated parking space, together with visitor parking and a useful storage pod within the grounds.

Location - Great Bowden Hall is a palatial Grade II Listed building converted into luxury apartments and mews houses within formal grounds, and is located approximately half a mile outside the highly desirable south Leicestershire village of Great Bowden. Great Bowden Hall adjoins the canal, and there are scenic walks along the towpath. Great Bowden has a thriving local community, and at the heart of the village are a local shop, tea rooms, village hall, public houses, a reputable primary school, sporting and leisure opportunities, together with a fine parish church. Nearby, the town of Market Harborough has more comprehensive shopping and supermarket facilities, bars, restaurants, cafe, a theatre and leisure centre. For the commuter, Market Harborough has mainline rail services to London St Pancras in about an hour, the A14 lies to the south and the M1 is accessible at junction 20.

Viewings & Directions - Viewings should be arranged through the agents Andrew Granger & Company on 01858-431315. From Market Harborough, proceed northbound via High Street and Leicester Road, continuing over the roundabouts, turning next right as signposted to Great Bowden. Shortly after crossing the hump back bridge, turn right into Great Bowden Hall via security gates which open automatically, following the driveway round to the right and parking in the visitor space on the left. No.2 is located at the head of the courtyard.

Accommodation In Detail - With the benefit of gas fired central heating and wooden framed double glazed windows, the charming accommodation comprises.

Ground Floor -

Entrance Hall - Multi pane double glazed entrance door with matching side screens and radiator.

Cloakroom/W.C. - White suite comprising low flush w.c., wash hand basin with tiled splash, Worcester Bosch gas fired central heating boiler, radiator, double glazed window and extractor fan.

Lounge - 5.54m x 4.32m max + bay - Double glazed bay window to front overlooking the grounds, storage cupboards within bay, attractive staircase off, radiator, illuminated raised ceiling, T.V. aerial socket, useful storage cupboard, open plan to kitchen and

Dining Area - 2.62m x 2.59m - Domed skylight, radiator and ceiling spotlights.

Kitchen - 2.59m x 2.82m - Range of built-in units comprising base and wall cupboards, several drawers, sink unit with central waste bowl, chrome mixer tap over, built-in oven, four ring gas hob unit, concealed extractor hood over, integral fridge/freezer, working surfaces with tiled surrounds, wood effect flooring, domed skylight, ceiling spotlights and radiator.

First Floor -

Double Bedroom - 4.14m x 3.56m - Open plan to stairwell with painted balustrade and handrail, double glazed multi pane windows to front and rear with superb views over countryside to the front, two radiators, coved ceiling and built-in double wardrobe.

Bathroom - 2.18m x 1.83m - White suite comprising panelled bath, mains shower unit over, chrome fittings, fitted rail and curtain, wash hand basin, low flush w.c., ceramic tiled surrounds, obscured double glazed window, radiator, electric shaver socket and extractor fan.

Outside - Great Bowden Hall is approached via remote control security gates and a long gravel driveway with visitor parking. The grounds are beautifully landscaped including extensive lawned areas, flower and shrub borders and views over fields. The property itself overlooks an attractive courtyard garden with gravelled pathways and shaped lawns, and there is even a pathway leading down to the towpath to the Grand Union Canal offering miles of scenic walks.

Allocated Parking Space -

Useful Storage Pod - Located within the grounds providing excellent storage space.

.. - The property also has an 1/18th share in an adjoining field which is currently let out to a local farmer providing scenic walks.

Tenure - The tenure is freehold, although there is a service charge for the maintenance of the grounds, remote control gates and common parts for which there is a charge of £109.00 per month payable. (details provided by vendor).

Fixtures & Fittings - Fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale - all other items regarded as owners fixtures and fittings may be removed.

Energy Performance Certificate - EPC Rating D

Stamp Duty Rates - Normal Rate
Up to £250,000 - 0%
£250,001 to £925,000 - 5%
£925,001 to £1.5 million - 10%
Over £1.5 million - 12%

First Time Buyers
UP to £425,000 - 0%
£425,001 to £625,000 - 5%
Homes above £625,000 - Normal rates apply

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Council Tax - Council Tax Band D - For further information contact Harborough District Council[use Contact Agent Button]