Main Street, Swithland, LE12

Location

Swithland is a picturesque, conservation village nestled in the rolling hills of the Charnwood Forest. Ideally located in North Leicestershire, the village primary school rated outstanding is a short 8-minute stroll (0.4 miles) from the property. The village has a newly refurbished pub/restaurant named The Griffin Inn, village hall and church. There are shops and everyday facilities in the nearby villages of Rothley (3 miles), Quorn (3.7 miles) and Woodhouse Eaves (1.3 miles). The area is well known for its lovely walks and numerous beauty spots which include Swithland Woods, Reservoir and Bradgate Park all of which can be easily reached on foot. Charnwood Forest, Lingdale and Rothley Park provide excellent golfing and the surrounding villages offer an impressive selection of restaurants and gastro pubs. Swithland allows for easy access onto the M1(J22) motorway and affords a wonderful lifestyle to be enjoyed.

Distances

Loughborough 5.4 miles / Leicester 7.1 miles / Nottingham 23.7 miles / Woodhouse Eaves 1.3 miles / Quorn 3.7 miles / Rothley 3 miles / Bradgate Park 2.3 miles / M1(J22) 5.4 miles / M69 & M1(J21) 10.2 miles / East Midlands Airport 12.3 miles

Ground Floor

The property is entered through a porch into a large reception hall with statement open-tread staircase. Open plan in its design the hallway flows seamlessly through a dining area with French doors to garden into a sitting area with open fire. Large picture windows flood this space with light and afford lovely south facing views over the surrounding countryside. Leading off is a separate snug, breakfast kitchen with walk-in pantry and utility room with door ro garage and external door to side. A cloaks/WC completes the ground floor accommodation.

First Floor

Altered from its original layout the first floor now offers five bedrooms and three bathroom/shower rooms.

Second Floor

On the second floor is Bedroom six with two walk-in cupboards. A large attic space leading off offers potential for additional living space.

Outside

The property stands in large, mature grounds of 0.75 acres in total. The property stands central to its plot which widens towards the rear boundary. A wooden five bar gate opens to a generous driveway which provides hardstanding for many vehicles and access to a double garage. Set well back from Main Street the front garden is laid to lawn and an established front boundary provides a high degree of privacy. The rear garden which is considered a particular feature has been lovingly nurtured by the current owners over their many years at the house. A small, meandering stream with bridge over is an attractive feature beyond which are open fields. The rear garden enjoys an idyllic, southerly aspect and number of large trees create an established feel.

Services

All mains’ services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating and uPVC double glazing.

Local Authority

Charnwood Borough Council.

Tenure

Freehold.

Directions

Entering the village from Rothley, travel along The Ridings, crossing Swithland Reservoir. Passing the village church village and primary school, the property can be found situated on the left-hand side.