Burnmill Road, Leicester, LE16

This beautifully remodelled detached home effortlessly blends period charm with modern living. Set on a mature and picturesque plot on Burnmill Road, it is just a short walk from the vibrant centre of the highly sought-after market town of Market Harborough.
This striking pre-war property boasts an attractive front and rear façade and is meticulously finished to an exceptional standard throughout. The interior is stunning, with no detail overlooked. The renovations expertly combine modern luxury with original features such as charming leaded windows, oak flooring, and an elegant arched hardwood front door.
A welcoming entrance hall with a striking dog-leg staircase and a beautiful stained-glass window leads to four generously sized bedrooms and three bathrooms
The ground floor offers a seamless flow between spaces, with two reception rooms: a cosy sitting room and a spacious formal lounge. Both rooms feature large bay windows that let in plenty of natural light. The lounge also enjoys French doors opening onto the rear terrace and a wood-burning stove set in a stone surround. A stunning open plan living, dining, and kitchen area creates the perfect space for entertaining family and friends. The well-equipped kitchen features sleek, contemporary units with granite countertops and a large central island with informal seating. A solid oak floor extends throughout this desirable living space, while the dining area is thoughtfully positioned alongside large, glazed windows and a set of French doors, allowing access to and views of the sunny terrace and gardens beyond. Practical features include a guest cloakroom and a convenient utility/laundry room.

To the first floor, there are four generously sized bedrooms. The two largest rooms both feature bay windows, with the master bedroom offering a luxurious en-suite bathroom and the guest bedroom benefiting from an en-suite shower room. The remaining two bedrooms share a well-appointed family bathroom.

Outside
The property is set back from the road and accessed through double timber gates, screened by mature hedging that offers a high level of privacy. A spacious block-paved driveway provides off-road parking for several vehicles and leads to a single attached garage, currently being used as a gym.
The property occupies a mature plot that offers a good degree of privacy. The front driveway is edged with mature hedging and accessed via timber gates and provides off road parking for several cars and leads to a single garage. To the rear is a delightful southwest facing rear garden that presents an excellent space for entertaining family and friends. A large, paved terrace perfect for alfresco dining can be accessed from both the open plan living dining kitchen, and lounge, and is perfectly positioned to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. Steps lead from the terrace to a meticulous lawned garden with planted borders and mature trees. There is also a wooded area that presents a shielded storage area, and has potential to become a vegetable garden, or child’s play area.

Locality
Burnmill Road is a highly sought-after, tree-lined street located northeast of Market Harborough's town centre, which offers a wide variety of daily amenities, along with independent shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes. The area also provides a range of recreational activities, including a leisure centre, several independent gyms, and sports clubs for rugby, football, tennis, and squash. Local schooling options include well-regarded primary and secondary state schools, with preparatory education available at Leicester Grammar Junior School, Stoneygate in Great Glen, Spratton, and Maidwell. Notable private secondary schools include Leicester Grammar School, Uppingham School, and Oakham School. Market Harborough Railway station is a short walk from the property and provides convenient access to London St Pancras International in under 55 minutes.

Additional Information
Tenure – Freehold
Council Tax Band –
Local Authority – Harborough District Council
Current EPC rating – Awaiting updated rating