For Sale3 Bedroom Semi-Detached House in The Square, Newton Harcourt, LE8£495,000

Located on The Square in the highly regarded village of Newton Harcourt, this charming three-bedroom cottage has been thoughtfully extended to create a home that effortlessly blends traditional character with contemporary comfort. Beautifully presented throughout, the property enjoys a pretty cottage-style front garden and a striking Mediterranean-inspired garden to the rear. Additional features include off-road parking, a security alarm, Nest heating system, gas central heating, and uPVC double glazing. A composite stable door opens into a welcoming hallway with solid oak flooring and access to a ground-floor cloakroom. The sitting room is a delightful dual-aspect space filled with natural light. It features a multi-fuel stove set within a brick fireplace, exposed painted beam, and oak flooring that continues throughout the ground floor, adding warmth and character. Positioned at the back of the house is an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and living area that enjoys views over the rear garden. Bifold doors open directly onto the terrace, ideal for seamless indoor-outdoor living during warmer months. The generous dining area features an exposed beam and a second multi-fuel stove, creating a cosy focal point. The kitchen is fitted with painted oak cabinetry, Corian work surfaces and integrated Neff appliances. At the front of the property is a versatile room currently used as a utility and boot room, with pleasant views over the garden. With its own external access, this flexible space would also work well as a study or home office. Upstairs, the first floor offers three bedrooms served by a modern four-piece family bathroom. The main bedroom is a bright, dual-aspect room with views of both the front and rear gardens. There is also a further double bedroom and a single room presently arranged as an office. The refitted bathroom includes a freestanding bath, separate shower, vanity unit and WC. Drop-down ladders from the landing lead to a generous loft area, providing valuable storage and potential for future conversion (subject to the necessary consents). Outside, the front garden is beautifully arranged with mature planting, a wildlife pond, vegetable beds and a choice of seating areas. A gravel driveway with electric point provides parking for two cars, with additional discreet storage beyond. To the rear, a west-facing Mediterranean-style garden captures the afternoon and evening sun. There is a paved terrace beside the house, gravelled areas with raised beds, and a circular feature planted with a mature olive tree. Two outbuildings, both with power and lighting, offer useful storage, complemented by a bespoke powered greenhouse and a covered potting/lean-to area. Location Newton Harcourt is a desirable village in South Leicestershire, ideally placed for access to both Leicester and Market Harborough. The surrounding area offers attractive countryside walks, including routes along the Grand Union Canal. Everyday amenities are available in nearby Great Glen, with further independent shops and a café at Wistow Rural Centre. The village benefits from excellent transport links via the A6, A47 and M1/M69, and lies within catchment for well-regarded state and independent schools. Additional Information Mains Services: Gas, Electric, Water & Drainage. Local Authority: Harborough District Council. Council Tax Band: B Broadband: Superfast Broadband is available 57Mbps