For Sale3 Bedroom Detached House in Church Hill, Woodhouse Eaves, LE12£695,000

Stockingers Cottage is stone built and dates from the early 19th Century. Requiring modernisation and offering considerable potential this charming, detached home not subject to listed status features a large, southwest facing garden, totalling 0.2 acres. Conveniently located close to the church and village amenities this rare home bursting with character has a long history, thought originally to have housed framework knitters. Today, it offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of local heritage in a truly picturesque and highly sought-after setting close to the village church. Behind an attractive, stone elevation lies three reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen, utility with pantry and cloaks/WC. On the first floor are three generous bedrooms, shower room and family bathroom. The rear garden is perfect for enjoying the afternoon and evening sunshine and a generous driveway provides ample hardstanding and access to two single garages. The combination of privacy, space, and convenience makes this an exceptional, family home. An exciting opportunity to modernise and personalise, blending contemporary living with period charm. Location Woodhouse Eaves is an extremely desirable village in Northwest Leicestershire, beautifully nestled within the Charnwood Hills and the Charnwood Forest. Renowned for its scenic walks, natural beauty and abundance of character, the area is in close proximity to a number of well-known beauty spots including Beacon Hill, Swithland Woods and the historic Bradgate Park, which spans approximately 850 acres. The property itself is centrally located in the heart of the village, within easy walking distance of a range of local amenities including village store, butchers, greengrocers, chemist, hairdressers, and several pubs and restaurants. A wider range of facilities, including mainline railway services, can be found in the nearby market town of Loughborough as well as Leicester City, while the village also offers convenient access to the M1 motorway. Distances Leicester 8.6 miles / Loughborough 5 miles / Nottingham 20.3 miles / Bradgate Park 3 miles / Swithland Woods 1.6 miles / Beacon Hill 1.6 miles / Ratcliffe College 8.4 miles / M1(J22) 4.1 miles / M1(J23) 4.2 miles / East Midlands Airport 10 miles Ground Floor Step into this charming home through a central hallway, off which is a cosy snug with beamed ceiling and open fire. From the snug steps lead down to a large, open plan space which overlooks the rear garden and comprises of a large sitting room, dining room, conservatory and a light-filled kitchen. Off the kitchen is a utility room with pantry and cloaks/WC. First Floor On the first floor, a spacious landing provides access to three generously proportioned bedrooms and shower room fitted with a three-piece suite. Bedroom one is located to the front of the cottage and has the benefit of a large, en-suite bathroom. Outside The property stands in mature grounds of 0.2 acres in total. To the front, the property features a walled garden with a path leading to the front door and flower beds. The rear garden enjoys an idyllic, south westerly aspect and is considered a particular feature of the property. The garden enjoys a high degree of privacy, and a large patio spans the full width of the cottage. The garden, which is partly walled includes a small pond, several mature trees and close to the rear boundary is a large outbuilding/summerhouse. Attached Garage & Detached Garage Attached to the cottage is a single garage with up and over door. Subject to the necessary consents the garage could be repurposed to provide additional living space, if required. A further, sectional garage detached from the cottage offers useful storage. Services All mains’ services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating. Local Authority Charnwood Borough Council. Directions From the centre of the village proceed up Church Hill for a short distance, turning right just after the Forest Rock Day Nursery onto a continuation of Church Hill. This unadopted, no through address is home only to three, highly individual properties. Stockingers Cottage is located on the right-hand side.