Main Street, Thornton, LE67

Location

Thornton is a popular and picturesque village located in North West Leicestershire, known primarily for its stunning Reservoir, built in 1853. Tall Scots Pine and Larch trees line the pleasant walk around the stretch of water which is now used for fly fishing and sailing. Other local beauty spots include Bradgate Park, Beacon Hill, Ivanhoe Trail and Bagworth Heath Woods. Village amenities include a highly regarded primary school, church, shop, garden nursery and a pub/restaurants. Thornton is well placed for fast access into Leicester City, junction 22 of the M1 and East Midlands Airport.

Distances

Leicester 10 miles / Nottingham 24.2 miles / Loughborough 10.4 miles / Ashby-de-la-Zouch 11.4 miles / Market Bosworth 6.7 miles / Ratcliffe College 15.2 miles / Bradgate Park 5 miles / Swithland Woods 6.8 miles / The Beacon 6 miles / M1(J22) 2.4 miles / East Midlands Airport 12.6 miles

Ground Floor

An original, oak entrance door opens into a generous reception hall through a central porch. The hallway with oak parquet floor now flows seamlessly into an open plan kitchen which is newly fitted and overlooks the rear garden. From the hallway a return staircase with understairs cupboard rises effortlessly to the first floor. The kitchen itself is a central feature of this immaculate home and cabinets wrap around a central island. The kitchen includes an impressive range of high-end integrated appliances. A door from the kitchen provides direct access to the garden and leading off is a cloaks/WC and pantry/laundry room. The sitting room enjoys a dual aspect, has an oak strip floor and a log burner is a central feature. The dining also with oak strip floor with carpet inlay features an open fireplace and built-in storage.

First Floor

The landing provides access to three double bedrooms and a large family bathroom, fitted in a contemporary style bathroom with heated (electric) tiled floor. The bathroom features a free-standing bath, double shower, wall mounted basin and wc. The largest bedroom enjoys a dual aspect has the benefit of a newly built dressing room and a fully tiled, contemporary style wet room featuring a double shower.

Outside

Situated on the sunny side of the street and with elevated, countryside views the property occupies a good-sized plot measuring 47.5m (155 ft 10) x 14m (46 ft). Broad fronted a large, paved area to the front provides hardstanding for numerous vehicles and access to an integral garage. An established Cherry Blossom stands on a small area of lawn and a side gate provide pedestrian access to the rear garden. The rear garden which is Southwest facing slopes gently away from the property and is mainly laid to lawn. Spanning the full width of the property is a large, split-level terrace and within the garden are several fruit trees, fishpond and garden shed. A central path leads to a new garden room, constructed in a contemporary style.

Outbuilding/Games Room

Designed with entertaining in mind this new addition is entered from the garden through fully glazed sliding doors. Fully insulated and with electric heating this impressive space makes an ideal games room/home office or possible annexe accommodation. Designed specifically for the golf enthusiast certain items are available by separate negotiation.

Integral Garage

Attached to the property is a single garage with up and over door and personal door to rear.

Local Authority

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.

Services

All mains services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating fired by a Baxi combination boiler (installed 2019). The property has uPVC double glazing and electric under floor heating in the en suite and family bathroom.

Tenure

Freehold.

Directions

Entering the village by Thornton Reservoir proceed along the Reservoir Road. At the T junction in the centre of the village turn right on to Main Street where the property is located on the left hand side, opposite Thornton Primary School.