3 bedroom detached house for sale

Occupying a coveted village-centre position, this exceptional detached home has been a much-loved family residence for over 25 years. Dating back to circa 1850, it combines a highly decorative historic façade with a surprisingly contemporary, open-plan interior. The heart of the home is a living kitchen featuring an Aga, perfect for both family life and entertaining. Additional elegant reception rooms include a fully panelled dining room with open fireplace, a spacious south-facing sitting room, and a fully glazed garden room opening via French doors onto the garden. Upstairs, three bedrooms are complemented by an ensuite shower room and a large family bathroom. The property is approached via a sweeping gravel driveway, leading to a turning area and detached double garage. Set within immaculately manicured grounds that wrap around three sides of the home, the rear garden is a private lawned oasis, enjoying uninterrupted countryside views. Nearly every room benefits from a southerly aspect, bathing the home in natural light throughout the day. This historic yet contemporary home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique property in the heart of the village, a perfect blend of character, comfort, and elegance.

Location

Swithland is a picturesque, conservation village nestled in the rolling hills of the Charnwood Forest. Ideally located in North Leicestershire, the village primary school is a short 2-minute walk (140 yd) from the property, as well as several excellent, long established, private primary and secondary schools within a short drive. The village has a newly refurbished pub/restaurant named The Griffin Inn, village hall and church. There are shops and everyday facilities in the nearby villages of Rothley (2.8 miles), Quorn (3.7 miles) and Woodhouse Eaves (1.6 miles). The area is well known for its lovely walks and numerous beauty spots which include Swithland Woods, Reservoir and Bradgate Park all of which can be easily reached on foot. Charnwood Forest, Lingdale and Rothley Park provide excellent golfing, and the surrounding villages offer an impressive selection of restaurants and gastro pubs. Swithland allows for easy access onto the M1(J22) motorway and affords a wonderful lifestyle to be enjoyed.

Distances

Loughborough 5.7 miles / Leicester 7.1 miles / Nottingham 23.5 miles / Woodhouse Eaves 1.6 miles / Quorn 3.7 miles / Rothley 2.8 miles / Bradgate Park 2.1 miles / M1(J22) 5.7 miles / M69 & M1(J21) 10.2 miles / East Midlands Airport 11.5 miles

Ground Floor

The property is approached via a gabled porch with a solid oak door, opening into a fully panelled dining room. A cosy open fireplace with marble surround serves as a striking focal point, while a floor-to-ceiling south-facing bay window affords elevated views over the Main Street. Adjoining the dining room is the living kitchen, designed in a traditional style and fitted with a four-oven gas Aga alongside a range of integrated appliances. There is ample space within the kitchen for family and friends to dine comfortably. Off the kitchen, a fully equipped utility room provides an external door and cloaks/WC for convenience. The south-facing sitting room features a Minster-style fireplace with a gas living flame fire inset, complemented by oak floorboards that enhance the room’s warmth and character. Flooded with natural light, French doors open into an adjoining garden room. Fully double-glazed and featuring a glazed roof, the garden room is an impressive entertaining space, with French doors opening directly onto the rear garden.

First Floor

A central landing leads to three bedrooms, a family bathroom fitted with a three-piece suite. Bedroom one, positioned above the sitting room, benefits from a dual aspect and boasts its own ensuite shower room, providing both privacy and comfort.

Outside

The property occupies a commanding elevated position on Main Street, set behind a beautifully manicured garden. Enclosed by highly decorative walls, the gardens wrap around the home on three sides, creating a sense of privacy and grandeur. A neat footpath from Main Street leads to the main entrance, while double gates set within a brick wall open onto a sweeping gravel driveway. To the rear, there is hardstanding for several vehicles and a detached double garage. Predominantly laid to lawn, the rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped with granite walls, a striking Silver Birch tree, and established perennial borders. Adjoining open countryside, the garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and is regarded as one of the property’s most outstanding features.

Detached Double Garage

Separate to the main house this newest addition has an electric door, power and light points and personal door to side.

Services

All mains’ services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating

Local Authority

Charnwood Borough Council.

Tenure

Freehold.

Directions

From Rothley cross Swithland Reservoir travelling along The Ridings. On entering the village continue along Main Street passing the village church and newly refurbished Griffin pub/restaurant on the left-hand side. The property is located on the right-hand side just after Swithland Memorial Hall.