Glenfield Frith Drive, Leicester, LE3

‘Set back on a private plot surrounded by established trees, a potential gem of a home.’
Welcome to Glenfield Frith Drive

Popular location

This property built in 1966, is a spacious four bedroomed detached bungalow with massive potential for future extensions or remodelling. It has over 2,000 square feet of internal space and nestled on a half-acre plot of land, surrounded by private gardens, not only does it provide a wonderful home as it stands but it also presents as a marvellous opportunity for further development in the highly sought after location of Glenfield.

From the driveway, the size and style of the property can really be appreciated. This is a large bungalow providing a wing of bedrooms and free flowing living space that takes advantage of the south facing garden. In its highly prized location it offers four bedrooms – one with en suite -, two large reception rooms, a breakfast kitchen and utility room set in an established, well stocked, garden, with an expanse of lawn, patio and borders. This is a fantastic opportunity for any seeking a new home in the popular LE3 postcode region of Leicestershire.

Immense potential

When approaching along Glenfield Frith Drive, this bungalow is found at the top of a privately shared drive which is parallel to The Hall, Primary School. It is framed with mature trees and shrubs, giving it an air of privacy and seclusion. A large frontage is framed by brick walls and borders. There is a generously proportioned hard standing area, which is large enough for several vehicles and conveniently shaped for ease of access and turning.
A trio of double garages can be quickly accessed from the drive and from a rear kitchen door from the main building. This aerially creates a reversed capital letter L and emphasises the overall width of the property and plot. It also presents the possibility for using parts of the building for different purposes. For example, if supplementary but separate accommodation is required, this arrangement could provide the potential to create an annexe and still leave room for a garage. It could also be adapted to become office space or a gym, and as it is within a few steps from the existing bungalow, those suggestions are only a few of the many possible options.

A ground floor tour

Once inside the spacious carpeted entrance hall, the bungalow essentially divides into bedrooms and bathing to the left, with everyday living facilities to the right and immediately opposite. The large galley kitchen has room for informal dining and looks out to the drive at the front of the property, through which –as previously explained- a rear door opens onto a patio and across to a utility room. This is fitted to accommodate a washing machine and tumble drier.

The kitchen has white cabinetry, with some integrated appliances including a double oven with gas hob and extractor hood, and fridge/freezer. A double sink under the window with neutrally coordinated floor and wall tiles separating the sweep of wall and floor units, create a light and airy room. It is from here that the free flow living area begins as doors and arches dividing the living and family room, provide a generous expanse of space to the rear of the property.

South facing

The reception rooms all take advantage of the south facing aspect of this home. They are full of light and have been previously altered to enable areas to be designated for sitting or dining while maintaining the flexibility for larger scale entertaining. The family room has a double aspect. Besides having a separate window to the side of the traditional chimneybreast, there are two sets of patio doors opening to a large paved area for sunbathing or shaded retreat into the private garden. The dining area easily accommodates a generously sized table.

And so to dream

From the living room area, the hall has several doors leading to the array of carpeted bedrooms. The primary bedroom is at the furthest point and has its own en suite consisting of a bidet, toilet, heated towel rail, walk in shower and basin in white, with tiles on the walls and floor. The family bathroom is immediately opposite the living room and also has a white suite, with a hand held shower over the bath and tiles on the floor and walls.

Prepare to be impressed.

In the garden there is a large patio area, fountain, majestic native trees, shrubs and an expanse of lawn: it is safely enclosed and private. As the garden comprises of half an acre, there is room to impress your own ideas on the land if you so wish but hopefully not before watching how the seasons unfold in this delightful space.

In conclusion

This property offers an incredible opportunity. Not only has it been a much loved and cared for family home and enjoyed for its space, versatility and seclusion but being impressively spacious- internally and externally- further expansion or alteration is potentially viable. Here is a property in a much sought after location, with the space to create a home to compliment your lifestyle.
The present owners are not in a chain.

LOCALITY

Glenfield is a large village in a region known as the East Midlands, in the county of Leicestershire. The Midlands are essentially central to everything in England: airports, motorways and train stations are easily accessible. For example, the East Midlands airport is only 14 miles away, London is approximately 102 miles away and it is possible to visit the seaside for a day trip! The M1, M69 and M6 maximise the potential for travel by road from this central location. The villages of Groby, Kirby Muxloe and Anstey are close by.

Glenfield is on the North West fringe of the city and in the Blaby district of Leicester. During parliamentary elections Glenfield is counted within the Charnwood constituency. The headquarters of the Leicestershire County Council and Leicestershire’s Fire and Rescue Service are located in Glenfield. It also has the Glenfield Hospital and the Glenfield Sports Ground, which offers an array of courses and activities. Built in 1877, St Peters is the local parish church and there is also a Wesleyan Chapel in the vicinity.

The original small village of Glenfield was known as Clanfelde and was mentioned in the 1086 Doomsday Book. Today, new natural areas called Clanfelde Hills have been created to commemorate this name. The village of Glenfield expanded notably after the 1930s and continues to appeal to the community through a wide selection of sport, education and leisure amenities. There are an array of shops, restaurants, cafes and parks, with the additional benefits of reaching the city of Leicester by public or private transport. There are many rural delights within a walking distance.

The local council is keen to conserve and reintroduce green belt natural areas for the public to enjoy. There is a wildlife friendly meadow and arboretum branching from the A50, while a cycle track along the Rothley Road called Brookside Meadows leads from the centre of the village and into open countryside over a new purpose built bridge.

The locality provides many schools across the educational age range; nursery, primary, secondary, including private establishments offering bordering facilities. The Office for Standards in Education - OFSTED – is best researched to provide a comprehensive review of currently rated standards of practice.

Additional Information:
EPC - D
Council Tax Banding - D
Local Authority - Blaby District Council
Broadband Speed - 1130Mb