For Sale5 Bedroom Barn Conversion in Stanton Lane, Thornton, LE67£800,000

Chestnut Farm is a five-bedroom, family home which is ideally situated in a small, gated development on the edge of the village. This rare ‘one off’ offering three floors of accommodation totaling more than 3100 sq ft features uninterrupted countryside views and has large southwest facing private rear garden. Individually designed and taking full advantage of its sloping site the sitting room, dining room and kitchen spill out onto a large sun terrace which spans the full width of the property. On the first floor are four bedrooms and two bathroom/shower rooms. Bedroom one has a Juliet balcony, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite shower room. On the lower ground floor a large garden facing games room, fifth bedroom and shower room offer scope for those seeking fully self-contained annexe accommodation. Situated behind electric gates a double width driveway leads to an oversized detached double garage and the rear garden enjoys a high degree of privacy. Available with NO CHAIN, early viewing is strongly recommended. Location Thornton is a popular and picturesque village located in North West Leicestershire, known primarily for its stunning Reservoir, built in 1853. Tall Scots Pine and Larch trees line the pleasant walk around the stretch of water which is now used for fly fishing and sailing. Other local beauty spots include Bradgate Park, Beacon Hill, Ivanhoe Trail and Bagworth Heath Woods. Village amenities include a highly regarded primary school, church, shop, garden nursery and a popular pub/restaurant. Local private schools include Dixie and Loughborough Grammar school, with the Dixie school bus pick up point on the doorstep of the property. Thornton is well placed for fast access into Leicester City, junction 22 of the M1 and East Midlands Airport. Distances Leicester 10 miles / Nottingham 24.2 miles / Loughborough 10.4 miles / Ashby-de-la-Zouch 11.4 miles / Market Bosworth 6.7 miles / Ratcliffe College 15.2 miles / Bradgate Park 5 miles / Swithland Woods 6.8 miles / The Beacon 6 miles / M1(J22) 2.4 miles / East Midlands Airport 12.6 miles Ground Floor The property is entered through a hallway which is in-part open plan with the adjoining family kitchen. From the hallway an open staircase leads down to the lower ground floor and a further staircase rises to the first floor. From the hallway double doors open to a generous dining room which is central to the ground floor accommodation. The dining room and adjoining sitting are connected by double doors and both rooms spill out onto a large, southwest facing sun terrace which spans the full width of the property. The solid oak fitted kitchen with matching island has dark granite tops and includes a range of integrated appliances. The kitchen which enjoys a triple aspect offers ample space for a dining/sitting area. A cloaks/WC completes the ground floor accommodation. Lower Ground Floor The lower ground floor is particularly spacious and would suit those looking to establish a fully, self-contained annexe. Currently used as a games room which is flooded with natural light through two sets of French doors, leading off is shower room with attached utility room. Bedroom five is also extremely spacious and French doors open onto a rear terrace. First Floor The first-floor landing provides access to four double bedrooms and a large family bathroom fitted with a four-piece suite including a free-standing bath and separate shower. Bedroom one features a southwest facing Juliet balcony, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite shower room. Outside Chestnut Farm occupies a generous plot, extending to 0.22 acres in total. The area in front of the property has been landscaped for ease of maintenance and a double width driveway provides hardstanding for two vehicles and access to a detached double garage. To the side of the garage a shared driveway provides vehicular access through a wooden five bar gate into the rear garden. The rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn enjoys an idyllic, south westerly aspect and enjoys a high degree of privacy. At the lower ground floor level, a covered, all-weather terrace spans the full width of the property. From the garden uninterrupted views across the surrounding countryside including the National Forest can be enjoyed. Oversized Detached Double Garage Detached double garage with double up and over door. Tenure Freehold. Local Authority North West Leicestershire District Council. Directions From J22 of the M1 take the A50 towards Leicester and at the first roundabout take the third exit onto Launde Road. Continue along this road for several miles, crossing over the M1 motorway, turning right onto Reservoir Road following signs for Thornton. Proceed into the village, passing the Reservoir on the right-hand side. At the T junction turn right and proceed along Main Street to the very end. As Main Street turns sharply left turn right onto Stanton Lane. Chestnut Farm is located on the left-hand side behind electric gates shared by three properties.