A modern, refurbished, detached bungalow on a mature plot of just over half an acre and enjoying a semi-rural location on the village edge with gas centrally heated, UPVC double glazed, well presented accommodation including spacious entrance hall, cloaks\w.c., sitting room, re-fitted breakfast kitchen, utility room, dining room, three bedrooms, re-fitted bathroom, extensive off-road parking, double garage, car port, workshop & mainly lawned rear gardens backing onto open fields.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The property occupies a most attractive rural setting on the edge of the sought-after village of Ratcliffe-on-the-Wreake which is well known for its popularity in terms of convenience for ease of access to the centres of Leicester, Loughborough, Nottingham and Melton Mowbray, the East Midlands International Airport at Castle Donington, the A46\M1\M69\M42 major road network for travel north, south and west, and the adjoining Charnwood and Quorn Hunt countryside with many scenic country walks and golf courses.
The combined villages of Ratcliffe-on-the-Wreake, Rothley, Syston and Sileby offer an excellent range of local amenities including shopping for day-to-day needs, schooling for all ages, a wide variety of recreational amenities including eighteen hole golf courses at the Rothley Park and Beedles Lake Golf Clubs, as well as regular transport services by both road and rail.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Occupying a deep plot approaching just over half an acre in size on the very edge of the village, well above the flood plain of the River Wreake, this surprisingly spacious, modern, detached bungalow benefits from extensive off-road parking\turning space, double garage, car port, workshop and mainly lawned rear gardens backing onto open fields, and offers refurbished, three or four bedroomed, gas centrally heated, sealed unit double glazed accommodation, all on the ground floor as described below:-
ALL ON THE GROUND FLOOR:
Semi-circular stepped approach to:
RECESSED ENTRANCE PORCH
with two external lantern style light fittings, granite clad walls, tiled floor and access through UPVC framed double glazed front entrance door with matching side screen to:
SPACIOUS ENTRANCE HALL 7.47m(24'6'') overall x 2.84m(9'4'')
(plus door recess), with `Pergo` laminate wood effect flooring, two central heating radiators and two ceiling light points and. Door to:
CLOAKS CUPBOARD OFF 2.41m(7'11'') x 1.19m(3'11'')
with central heating radiator, hanging rail and loft access.
From the entrance hall, a further door leads to:
W.C.
with two-piece white suite comprising low flush w.c. and wash hand basin with tiled splashback. Also with black and white tile effect floor covering, heated towel rail, ceiling light point and UPVC double obscure glazed side window.
SITTING ROOM (REAR) 6.05m(19'10'') x 5.18m(17'0'')
with multi-fuel burning stove to slate tiled hearth inset to feature floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace extending into side display plinths, UPVC double glazed window to side, two central heating radiators, t.v. point, ceiling light point and UPVC framed double glazed French doors opening onto rear garden terrace with matching picture window to side affording views over the rear garden and fields beyond.
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RE-FITTED BREAKFAST KITCHEN 4.60m(15'1'') + door recess x 3.71m(12'2'')
A modern, bespoke kitchen by `Kutchen Haus` of Chester with a comprehensive range of cream `Shaker` style base and wall-mounted cupboard and drawer storage units with wood effect flat edge work surfaces incorporating twin bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit with hot and cold mixer tap, tiled splashbacks and UPVC double glazed side window over fitted with roller blind. Integrated appliances including dishwasher, refrigerator and `Rangemaster` cooker with electric double oven and five-ring gas hob with tiled splashbacks, stainless steel chimney style double extractor canopy and two glazed display cabinets over. Also with vinyl tile effect floor covering, central heating radiator, undercupboard lighting, ceiling light point and glazed door to side hall. The kitchen area is open-plan through a square archway to:
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DINING ROOM OR BEDROOM 4 4.52m(14'10'') x 3.71m(12'2'')
with UPVC double glazed window to front elevation enjoying uninterrupted open views, central heating radiator, t.v. point, ceiling light point and door to entrance hall.
From the kitchen, a glazed door gives access to:
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SIDE HALL
with UPVC double glazed door to side, fitted coat pegs, ceiling light point and glazed door to:
UTILITY ROOM 2.69m(8'10'') x 2.11m(6'11'')
with base cupboard units incorporating stainless steel sink and drainer unit, plumbing for automatic washing machine and vent for tumble dryer, wall-mounted `Worcester` gas fired central heating boiler also supplying domestic hot water, central heating radiator, ceiling light point and fitted storage cupboards.
BEDROOM 1 (FRONT) 4.90m(16'1'') overall x 3.71m(12'2'')
with UPVC double glazed window to front elevation enjoying uninterrupted open views, central heating radiator and ceiling light point.
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BEDROOM 2 (REAR) 4.90m(16'1'') into wardrobes x 3.10m(10'2'')
with UPVC double glazed window overlooking rear garden, central heating radiator, ceiling light point and range of built-in wardrobes.
BEDROOM 3 (REAR) 4.90m(16'1'') into wardrobes x 3.10m(10'2'')
with UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation, central heating radiator, ceiling light point and built-in wardrobes.
RE-FITTED BATHROOM 3.00m(9'10'') x 2.59m(8'6'')
with a traditional, `Imperial` style, white suite comprising free-standing rolled top bath with claw ball feet and hot and cold mixer tap telephone style shower attachment including flexi hose, decorative pedestal wash hand basin with hot and cold mixer tap, low level w.c. and fully tiled double shower enclosure with traditional style chrome shower, extractor fan and spotlighting over. Also with black and white tile effect flooring, heated towel rail, matching black and white ceramic tiling to walls, ceiling light point and UPVC double obscure glazed window to side fitted with venetian blind.
OUTSIDE:
The property has an open fronted approach through two mature trees to a gravelled driveway providing ample off-road parking for several vehicles, together with two side lawned areas having inset shrubs and mature trees to the front boundary, and feature original street lamp to side. The forecourt, in turn, gives access to a DOUBLE GARAGE measuring 17`9 x 15`5 with twin up-and-over doors, windows to side and rear elevations, electric light and power supply, and personal door to side. To the side of the double garaging is an adjoining CAR PORT for one vehicle, together with an outside cold water tap and access to an:
ADJACENT WORKSHOP 2.39m(7'10'') x 1.60m(5'3'')
with UPVC double glazed window, electric light and power supply.
GARDENER`S W.C.
with window and low flush w.c.
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GARDENS
Gated access to both sides of the property leads through to the pleasant rear garden which incorporates a split-level paved patio area with low level granite retaining wall and steps up to extensive lawns with a variety of fruit trees. The garden is enclosed by natural hedged boundaries to all sides and enjoys a delightful aspect towards open fields.
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DIRECTIONAL NOTE:
Proceed out of the Leicester City centre in a northerly direction via the A46 Melton Road, continuing through Thurmaston along the dual carriageway onto the A46, towards Nottingham. Continue over the roundabout at `The Hobby Horse` public house, towards Nottingham, and leave the A46 at the second intersection, as signposted to Sileby and East Goscote. At the cross-roads, turn right, pass under the A46 and follow the road around to the left, and at the top of the hill, take the left fork into the village of Ratcliffe-on-the-Wreake. Continue down Main Street where the property can be found on the right hand side.
SERVICES:
All mains services are understood to be available. Hot water for central heating and domestic purposes is gas fired and ample electric power points are fitted throughout the property which is double glazed with UPVC units and benefits from a security alarm system.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS:
All fixtures and fittings mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale.
VIEWING:
Strictly through Moore & York Ltd., who will be pleased to supply any further information required and arrange appropriate appointments.
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These particulars are thought to be materially correct, though their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract. Moore & York Limited or their employees have not tested any services, heating, plumbing, equipment, fixtures or fittings and no warranty is given or implied as to the condition of the aforementioned, or the condition of the building. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. All measurements are believed to be accurate to within 5%.
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