1 bedroom Terraced House For Sale
Guide Price £175,000 | Available
An ideal starter home, this charming Grade II listed one-bedroom cottage is tucked away along a quiet, no-through lane in the highly regarded village of Barkby. Full of character and period charm, the property features exposed beams, traditional sliding sash windows and a well-proportioned layout comprising a reception room, kitchen, landing, double bedroom and bathroom, all benefiting from electric heating. Outside, the property enjoys a rear garden, offering a pleasant and private outdoor space with no properties directly overlooking it from behind and featuring a brick store and shed. An early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm and character this delightful cottage has to offer and avoid disappointment.
A front entrance door opens into a characterful reception room offering an open fronted fireplace in cast iron with tiled slips, hearth and pine mantel, slimline electric convector radiator, sliding sash window to front and exposed beams. The kitchen is fitted with range of shake styler fronted units comprising a stainless steel sink within roll edge work surfacing, base cupboards, eye level cupboards, Lamona electric oven in stainless steel with four ring electric hob and matching extractor hood, stable type door and multi-pane window to rear, tiled splashbacks and space under stairs for fridge/freezer. A staircase rises to the first floor and a stable door leads outside.
Moving upstairs, the landing leads to a well-proportioned double bedroom, complete with a built-in wardrobe. The bathroom retains a traditional feel and features a roll-top freestanding clawfoot bath with shower over, curtain and rail, part-tiled walls, low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and shaver point. A multi-pane window provides natural light, while additional features include a slimline electric convector heater, traditional strip pine door and access to the roof space.
To the rear of the property is a block-paved patio, enclosed by dwarf brick walling. From the patio, there is access to a useful brick-built store, providing plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer and additional storage. Beyond this is a lawned garden, enclosed by fencing and complemented by a useful garden shed.
Barkby is an unspoilt and extremely popular village offering an excellent local primary school, two public houses, a village church and a quintessential tree lined cricket ground. The village is picturesque and well placed for excellent local facilities at near-by Syston and Queniborough and within easy access of Leicester City centre, Melton Mowbray, Loughborough, Oakham, Uppingham the A47 to the south providing fast access to Peterborough and the A1, the M1, M46, M69, the Charnwood Forest with its many scenic walks and Golf Courses.
We understand the property to be freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Charnwood Council - Tax Band B. Please be advised that when a property is sold, local authorities reserve the right to re-calculate the council tax band.
Viewings are strictly by appointment only.
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