Listed for £225,000
February 13, 2024
REFURBISHMENT PROJECT
An attractive Victorian middle-terrace cottage set in a picturesque semi-rural hamlet on the border between Leicestershire and Rutland – just a few miles from the market towns of Oakham and Uppingham - and occupying a generously-sized plot with open views over adjoining countryside.
The property has currently no central heating but possesses immense potential for refurbishment and offers accommodation which briefly comprises:
GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room; FIRST FLOOR: two Bedrooms, Box Room, Bathroom.
OUTSIDE there is a gravelled driveway providing off-road Parking, large rear Garden, Storage and Summerhouse.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: B (Harborough)
Description - An attractive Victorian middle-terrace cottage set in a picturesque semi-rural hamlet on the border between Leicestershire and Rutland – just a few miles from the market towns of Oakham and Uppingham - and occupying a generously-sized plot with open views over adjoining countryside.
The property has currently no central heating but possesses immense potential for refurbishment and offers accommodation which briefly comprises:
GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room; FIRST FLOOR: two Bedrooms, Box Room, Bathroom.
OUTSIDE there is a gravelled driveway providing off-road Parking, large rear Garden, Storage and Summerhouse.
Tenure: Freehold.
Accommodation -
Ground Floor -
Entrance Porch - Double-glazed entrance door, fitted coat hooks, tiled floor, internal door leading to Sitting Room.
Sitting Room - 3.38m x 4.37m (11'1" x 14'4") - Feature fireplace with timber mantel, brick surround and raised brick hearth housing log-burning stove, traditional arched alcoves with wall-light points to either side of the fireplace, picture rail, beamed ceiling, window to front enjoying panoramic rural views.
Kitchen - 2.95m x 3.61m (9'8" x 11'10") - Range of fitted floor and wall-mounted units, inset double-drainer stainless steel sink, under-counter space and plumbing for washing machine. Included in the sale is a brand-new slot-in cooker with extractor above.
Recess housing attractive log-burning stove, tiled floor, under-stairs store cupboard, window to rear overlooking garden and fields beyond.
Dining Room - 2.82m x 2.84m (9'3" x 9'4") - Tiled floor, partially wood-panelled walls, French doors giving access to rear patio and garden beyond.
First Floor -
Landing - Hand rail with turned spindles, loft hatch giving access to newly boarded loft.
Bedroom One - 3.35m max x 4.47m inc wardrobes (11'0" max x 14'8 - Range of full-width fitted wardrobes with cupboards above, window to front providing open countryside views.
Bedroom Two - 2.82m x 2.82m (9'3" x 9'3") - Loft access hatch, window to rear overlooking garden and fields beyond.
Box Room - 1.83m x 26.52m (6'0" x 87") - Window to rear with views over garden and adjoining fields.
Bathroom - 1.83m x 2.31m max (6'0" x 7'7" max) - Coloured suite comprising low-level WC, pedestal hand basin and panelled bath. Half-tiled walls, extractor fan.
Outside -
Parking - A gravelled driveway accessed off Launde Road provides off-road parking. A metal five-bar gate gives vehicular access from the driveway into the garden.
Garden - A particular feature of the property is the uncommonly large garden, fully enclosed and privately screened by established hedging and trees. The garden has been attractively arranged to include a paved patio area (accessed from Dining Room), lawns, a charming Summerhouse with adjoining hard-landscaped seating area and useful Storage.
The Summerhouse is insulated with double glazing and has power/charging points.
Services - Mains electricity
Mains water supply
Septic tank with soakaway (emptied three times a year at the cost of £210 per annum)
Heating - room heaters and logs
Hot water - electric immersion, off peak
According to
Broadband available - Standard speed only
Mobile signal:
Indoor: none available
Outdoor: EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone fully available (calls, data and enhanced data)
Results are predictions and not a guarantee.
None of the services, fittings, or appliances (if any) heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems, telephone or television points have been tested by the Selling Agents.
Launde - Launde is a picturesque hamlet situated approximately 6 miles from Oakham and 7 miles from Uppingham.
For travelling and commuting, East Midlands Rail services run from the nearby town of Market Harborough to London St Pancras (c. 60mins). Corby is the same distance as Market Harborough and is also a great option.
A 20-minute car journey will bring you Rutland Water – great for cyclists and water sports enthusiasts.
The area is also renowned for its prestigious schools, including the independent Brooke Priory Primary and Oakham School, private schools in Uppingham, Stamford, and Oundle, and Leicester Grammar.
Council Tax Band - Band B
Harborough District Council Telephone
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