Packington, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire

A pretty thatched period cottage offering flexible and well-presented accommodation and a south facing garden, complemented by a double garage with a first floor home office/gym.



A pretty thatched cottage dating back to around 1790, which has been extended and modernised to offer flexible and very well-presented accommodation, retaining many period features such as exposed timber beams and impressive fireplaces. The property is Grade II listed in recognition of its historical importance. The cottage is complemented by a lovely south facing garden, gated parking and a double garage with first floor home office/gym with a shower room and is situated on the edge of a popular rural village.

Ground floor
A modern country kitchen featuring shaker style cabinetry below quartz worktops, an electric AGA and a central island with a breakfast bar. Integrated appliances include a fridge freezer and a dishwasher, and there is a useful storage cupboard below the stairs.
A sitting room with a gas fire and access to the garden and a dining room with an open fire with impressive stone surround, with both rooms displaying exposed timber beams.
A glazed hall leads to a modern extension housing a home office, a ground floor bedroom and a shower room, with access to an internal courtyard.
A glazed link leads to a most impressive sun-room with exposed brick, reclaimed timber beam framing and three glazed doors opening out to the garden.

First floor
A master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and dual aspect.
Two further bedrooms to the first floor and a family bathroom.

Outside
The Thatch Cottage enjoys lovely rear gardens with a southerly aspect, which are mostly laid to lawn with well stocked borders and a number of seating areas.
A pair of automated vehicle gates open into a courtyard providing ample parking.
A large double garage with an external staircase leading to a first-floor home office/gym which benefits a shower room.
A gardeners WC.

Situation
The Thatch Cottage is situated on the edge of the small sought-after rural village of Packington. The village is made up of a collection of attractive houses and includes Packington Church of England Primary School, The Bull and Lion Inn and a popular village store. Packington is convenient for easy access to the A42, which provides a quick link to Birmingham, and also to the M1. There are numerous local railway stations that have direct links to London as well as excellent links to both Birmingham and East Midlands Airport. There are a number of schools within easy reach which include Ashby School and Ivanhoe College.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage are connected. Heating is by gas central heating. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 299 Mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 10/4/24). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 10/04/2024). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Note
An employee of Fisher German is registered on the Title.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession. The property is to be sold by Private Treaty method.

Local Authority
North West Leicestershire District Council
Council Tax Band: G

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for dening the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode - LE65 1WP

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From the A42, head south on Measham Road/B4116, then take the first left onto Measham Road, signposted for Packington. After just under a mile, The Thatch Cottage will be on your right hand side.