An extensive Charnwood Forest home in a delightful 6 acre plot, offering in excess of 3300sq.ft of accommodation with potential to extend and enhance the house and the outbuildings.DescriptionHeatherfields has remained in the ownership of the same family for some 45 years and has been meticulously improved and maintained as a family home for the duration of their occupation. Dating back to 1935, the property was built using reclaimed Tudor bricks and beams from Beaudesert Hall in Staffordshire which was almost entirely demolished in the same year and was previously owned by the well known Padget family, also of Nanpantan Hall.Set back from Priory Lane in an elevated position, Heatherfields stands commandingly in its mature six acre plot which is filled with an array of bluebells, snowdrops and daffodils in addition to well established oak and beech trees, providing a safe haven for the local wildlife and a delightful space to enjoy year round. All bound by secure fencing and stone walling with an in and out driveway.AccommodationThe property is arranged over two storeys and extends to over 3300sq.ft of principal accommodation with the ground floor comprising; bright entrance hall with oak flooring and cloakroom / WC off. Attractive dual aspect drawing room with exposed beams, oak wood strip flooring, built-in alcove storage cupboard, pleasant views over the rear garden and an Inglenook fireplace with log burner, tiled hearth, hand thrown brick surround and an oak mantel. Dining room to the rear aspect, accessible via both the entrance hall and kitchen.Open plan kitchen lounge diner with the kitchen area incorporating a range of cream base and full height units, a central chefs island and granite work surfaces. The kitchen enjoys a double fronted aspect with views over the front garden and is fitted with a range of appliances to include a Neff double oven, a 4 ring induction hob with extractor above, Smeg fryer, an integrated fridge and a dishwasher. The living area leading off from the kitchen diner offers a charming, casual seating area, displaying the original, fully operational servants call, a corner mounted log burner and a door out to the rear garden. Utility room and conservatory are accessed via the living area which in turn lead on to an external tool store and gardeners WC.First floorStairs ascend from the entrance hall to the first floor landing, off which sit four bedrooms and two large reception rooms. The principal bedroom spans the full depth of the property, holding a four piece en suite bathroom alongside a walk-in wardrobe and two built-in wardrobes. Sliding doors from the principal bedroom open up to a balcony seating area, taking full advantage of the views over the garden and woodland. Bedrooms 2,3 and 4 all benefit built-in wardrobes, wash hand basins and use of the family bathroom which is fitted with a pedestal sink, chrome heated towel radiator, low level WC, a corner bath and separate shower cubicle.The two first floor reception rooms were previously 4 bedrooms and a sitting room and therefore would easily convert back into additional bedrooms should an incoming buyer wish to do so. The first floor dual aspect sitting room displays vaulted ceilings and a superb picture window, offering far reaching views over Charnwood Forest and toward the Beacon. Steps lead down from the sitting room into an impressive, spacious living room with oak flooring and a set of sliding doors leading out to a raised decking platform and on to the garden.OutsideBy far one of the most appealing aspects of Heatherfields are the gardens and grounds, set in a six acre plot, the property enjoys a mixed setting of rolling lawns, wildflower areas, mature trees and strategically planted bulbs and shrubbery. The front of the property is predominantly laid to lawn with a copse of small trees, whilst the rear offers split level grounds with former kitchen gardens, a greenhouse and feature pond.Adjacent to the property is the old stable block, measuring 45ft x 11ft, presenting an ideal opportunity for a sizeable, detached annexe or home office amongst many other potential uses, subject to the necessary planning consents and is already fitted with power, lighting and water.An in and out driveway with electric gates leads to the front of the property where there are two double garages, both having electrically operated entry doors with one being integral to the house and the other accessible via a passageway that leads from the front to the rear of the property. Off the second double garage is a useful workshop which can also be accessed directly from the front aspect.To the east of the plot there is a detached building with a high pitched roof, incorporating a triple garage with mains water, electric roller shutter doors and a sizable adjoining billiards room. This building, similar to the old stable block presents ample opportunity for other uses (STPP).LocationUlverscroft forms the Heart of Charnwood Forest, with some of the counties most expensive and stylish properties. The area is renowned for its outstanding beauty, local attractions including Old John, Bradgate Park (the former home of Lady Jane Grey), The Beacon and The Outwoods. Other attractions include the local reservoirs at Cropston and Swithland, with golf at Rothley and The Beacon. The area is particularly well placed for fast access into Leicester (9.8 miles) and the Endowed Schools at Loughborough (6.4 miles), whilst junction 22 of the M1 motorway is 2.7 miles away at Markfield.Square Footage: 3,338 sq ftAcreage:6 AcresDirectionsTurning off the M1 at junction 22, head east on the A50. After 400m take the exit towards Shepshed/B591. After 200m turn right onto Whitwick Road and then right onto Priory Lane. After approx. 2 miles the house can be found on your right hand side, being the last property on Priory Lane when approached from the west.

A stunning Grade II listed thatched cottage nestling within the highly sought after Charnwood Forest.DescriptionLea Cottage was conceived during the late 1890s by Ernest Gimson the famous founder member of the Arts and Crafts Movement of that period and completed in 1898 for Mentor Gimson, Ernest's older half-brother. The Arts and Crafts Movement has emerged as the major force in the history of British design during the last 100 years and Lea Cottage was the first of three Gimson cottages built by Ernest for the family, largely summer retreats.Ground Floor - Front entrance vestibule giving access through to the reception hall, beam ceilings, feature Porcelanosa marble tiled flooring and a magnificent original stone staircase leading to the first floor.Sitting room, a wonderful feature inglenook fireplace with open fire, exposed beams and wall light points.Garden room, French door to the rear elevation with stunning views, wood strip flooring and further French doors to the side elevation.Dining room, feature deep original fireplace recess, Porcelanosa marble tiled flooring, heavily beamed ceiling.Open plan dining kitchen, a recently fitted bespoke kitchen completed in 2020 by Montagu's of Leicester, a range of bespoke fitted units in grey with chrome fittings, a four oven aga in powder blue with four-ring gas hob, triple ovens and double hotplates. A generous island unit with quartz tops, inset Belfast style sink unit with Quooker tap, breakfast bar, wine cooler, further integrated appliances with a Neff fan assisted oven, matching combination microwave and oven, Miele integrated dishwasher, an American style fridge freezer, wireless charging points for mobile phones. Dining area with leaded deep bay window to the front elevation and matching window to the side.Utility/laundry room, marble tiled flooring, range of base units with oak work surfaces, Belfast style sink unit, plumbing for washer and tumble dryer.Downstairs cloakroom with low level WC and wash hand basin.Rear lobby with built-in storage cupboard and access to further store/wine store.Rear hall with secondary staircase off leading to the first floor.First Floor - Landing, heavily beamed ceiling, exposed timber wall beams and built-in linen cupboard.Principal bedroom, exposed roof trusses, beams and purlins, hand built double hanging wardrobes and matching dressing table, chest of drawers, corner cupboard and beside cabinets. Secondary double glazed lead windows with panoramic views over the garden and Charnwood Forest towards Old John.En-suite bathroom, walk-in fully tiled shower area, freestanding claw foot bath and shower attachment, low level WC and twin wash hand basins with marble worktop and cupboards and drawers under. Underfloor heating, heated towel rail and leaded window overlooking the gardens.Bedroom 2, built-in wardrobes and bedroom furniture, beamed ceiling and access to roof void and wiring for surround sound.Family bathroom, a refitted suite with freestanding roll edge bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, high level WC, chrome towel radiator, feature tiling, beamed ceiling, and built-in cupboards.Bedroom 3, beamed ceilings, built-in wardrobes, corner unit with chest of drawers. En-suite bathroom, tiled bath, shower screen, low level WC, wash hand basin and towel radiator.Bedroom 4, exposed beams, feature fireplace surround and hanging wardrobe.Interconnecting sitting/study area/occasional bedroom with leaded window to the front elevation and exposed beams.Bedroom 5, oak strip flooring, built-in wardrobes and access to roof void.Outside - Electric gates open onto the gravelled driveway which provides car standing and gives access to the garage which has up and over door, power and light. The gardens are laid to formal lawn including a large area of orchard, the gardens have been enclosed by dry stone walling and fencing and extensively stocked with a magnificent range of Rhododendron and other trees and shrubs.An outdoor entertaining area consists of a large sun deck at the foot of the lawns which features a large hexagonal shaped barbecue hut with fitted light and power and central firepit. At the rear of these gardens is a large spinney with a large variety of attractive trees and in addition is a good sized productive vegetable and fruit garden with a variety of raised beds, composting areas, the fruit garden being enclosed by stone walling. Along the southern boundary of the property is an adjacent paddock extending to about 4 acres running along the length of Polly Botts Lane.Home Office Building, constructed in a Swiss chalet style with air-conditioning bespoke cat6 wiring system for networking and numerous power points. Attached to the outside of the building is an electric charging point for cars.LocationUlverscroft forms the Heart of Charnwood Forest. With some of the counties most expensive and stylish properties, the area is renowned for its outstanding beauty, local attractions including Old John, Bradgate Park (the former home of Lady Jane Grey), The Beacon and The Outwoods.Other attractions include the local reservoirs at Cropston and Swithland, with golf at Rothley and The Beacon.The area is particularly well placed for fast access into Leicester and the Endowed Schools at Loughborough, whilst junction 22 of the M1 motorway is at nearby Markfield.Enjoying an outstanding location with panoramic open views, a superb Grade 2 listed detached five/six bedroom period property. Dating back to 1898 in parts, the property is situated within approximately seven acres of grounds and paddock.Square Footage: 3,596 sq ftAcreage:6.76 AcresAdditional InfoCharnwood Borough CouncilBand H

A stunning Grade II listed thatched cottage nestling within the highly sought after Charnwood Forest.DescriptionLea Cottage was conceived during the late 1890s by Ernest Gimson the famous founder member of the Arts and Crafts Movement of that period and completed in 1898 for Mentor Gimson, Ernest's older half-brother. The Arts and Crafts Movement has emerged as the major force in the history of British design during the last 100 years and Lea Cottage was the first of three Gimson cottages built by Ernest for the family, largely summer retreats.Ground Floor - Front entrance vestibule giving access through to the reception hall, beam ceilings, feature Porcelanosa marble tiled flooring and a magnificent original stone staircase leading to the first floor.Sitting room, a wonderful feature inglenook fireplace with open fire, exposed beams and wall light points.Garden room, French door to the rear elevation with stunning views, wood strip flooring and further French doors to the side elevation.Dining room, feature deep original fireplace recess, Porcelanosa marble tiled flooring, heavily beamed ceiling.Open plan dining kitchen, a recently fitted bespoke kitchen completed in 2020 by Montagu's of Leicester, a range of bespoke fitted units in grey with chrome fittings, a four oven aga in powder blue with four-ring gas hob, triple ovens and double hotplates. A generous island unit with quartz tops, inset Belfast style sink unit with Quooker tap, breakfast bar, wine cooler, further integrated appliances with a Neff fan assisted oven, matching combination microwave and oven, Miele integrated dishwasher, an American style fridge freezer, wireless charging points for mobile phones. Dining area with leaded deep bay window to the front elevation and matching window to the side.Utility/laundry room, marble tiled flooring, range of base units with oak work surfaces, Belfast style sink unit, plumbing for washer and tumble dryer.Downstairs cloakroom with low level WC and wash hand basin.Rear lobby with built-in storage cupboard and access to further store/wine store.Rear hall with secondary staircase off leading to the first floor.First Floor - Landing, heavily beamed ceiling, exposed timber wall beams and built-in linen cupboard.Principal bedroom, exposed roof trusses, beams and purlins, hand built double hanging wardrobes and matching dressing table, chest of drawers, corner cupboard and beside cabinets. Secondary double glazed lead windows with panoramic views over the garden and Charnwood Forest towards Old John.En-suite bathroom, walk-in fully tiled shower area, freestanding claw foot bath and shower attachment, low level WC and twin wash hand basins with marble worktop and cupboards and drawers under. Underfloor heating, heated towel rail and leaded window overlooking the gardens.Bedroom 2, built-in wardrobes and bedroom furniture, beamed ceiling and access to roof void and wiring for surround sound.Family bathroom, a refitted suite with freestanding roll edge bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, high level WC, chrome towel radiator, feature tiling, beamed ceiling, and built-in cupboards.Bedroom 3, beamed ceilings, built-in wardrobes, corner unit with chest of drawers. En-suite bathroom, tiled bath, shower screen, low level WC, wash hand basin and towel radiator.Bedroom 4, exposed beams, feature fireplace surround and hanging wardrobe.Interconnecting sitting/study area/occasional bedroom with leaded window to the front elevation and exposed beams.Bedroom 5, oak strip flooring, built-in wardrobes and access to roof void.Outside - Electric gates open onto the gravelled driveway which provides car standing and gives access to the garage which has up and over door, power and light. The gardens are laid to formal lawn including a large area of orchard, the gardens have been enclosed by dry stone walling and fencing and extensively stocked with a magnificent range of Rhododendron and other trees and shrubs.An outdoor entertaining area consists of a large sun deck at the foot of the lawns which features a large hexagonal shaped barbecue hut with fitted light and power and central firepit. At the rear of these gardens is a large spinney with a large variety of attractive trees and in addition is a good sized productive vegetable and fruit garden with a variety of raised beds, composting areas, the fruit garden being enclosed by stone walling. Along the southern boundary of the property is an adjacent paddock extending to about 4 acres running along the length of Polly Botts Lane.Home Office Building, constructed in a Swiss chalet style with air-conditioning bespoke cat6 wiring system for networking and numerous power points. Attached to the outside of the building is an electric charging point for cars.LocationUlverscroft forms the Heart of Charnwood Forest. With some of the counties most expensive and stylish properties, the area is renowned for its outstanding beauty, local attractions including Old John, Bradgate Park (the former home of Lady Jane Grey), The Beacon and The Outwoods.Other attractions include the local reservoirs at Cropston and Swithland, with golf at Rothley and The Beacon.The area is particularly well placed for fast access into Leicester and the Endowed Schools at Loughborough, whilst junction 22 of the M1 motorway is at nearby Markfield.Enjoying an outstanding location with panoramic open views, a superb Grade 2 listed detached five/six bedroom period property. Dating back to 1898 in parts, the property is situated within approximately seven acres of grounds and paddock.Square Footage: 3,596 sq ftAcreage:6.76 AcresAdditional InfoCharnwood Borough CouncilBand H