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Horsewell Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18

PROPERTY TYPE

Bungalow

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Description

Property is offered for sale through the Modern Method of Auction which is operated by iamsold Limited.

This distinctive four bedroom detached bungalow is offered with no upward chain and occupies a generous corner plot within a sought after residential area. Conveniently located for Wigston Magna the home is in close proximity to a plethora of local shops, supermarkets restaurants and medical centre. The fact that the size of this bungalow means it could easily be a family home it is also worth noting the property is within the catchment for the highly regarded Little Hill school. The large corner plot would also allow scope for extension or further development subject to local planning.

The accommodation itself includes an entrance hall which, after passing a door to Bedroom Two, opens directly to a kitchen with breakfast area. The kitchen has a range of base and wall mounted fitted units with roll-edge work surfaces, integral gas hob and built-in double oven. The is space for a fridge freezer and the little breakfast area has space for a table and chairs.

The spacious main lounge is accessed through a door off the breakfast area and is situated toward the front of the bungalow and has a bow window to the front elevation and a ceramic tiled feature fireplace set into the chimney breast.

Also of the breakfast area is a door through to Bedroom One. Although this room has always been in use as the principal bedroom it could also be used as a reception space has it does have a set of sliding patio doors that open to a garden room.

The home has an inner hallway that is flanked by multiple storage cupboards and shelving. The hallway takes you to the other side of the accommodation where there are two further bedrooms. Bedroom Three has another bow window to the front elevation and Bedroom Four offers further flexibility and could equally be used as an office/study or hobby room if not required as a bedroom. Sandwiched between the two bedrooms is a shower room, one of the bungalows two bathrooms, with the other accessed via a sliding door, again off the breakfast area.

The final bedroom is Bedroom Two accessed via the main hall and is a dual aspect room with a bow window to the front and another to the rear.

An addition to the original bungalow is a garden room that runs the entire width of the property at the rear. It can be entered either via Bedroom One, as mentioned, and also via the kitchen. It has space and plumbing for a washing machine and French patio doors that open to the garden. It is a fantastic reception space and on the flat roof sits a number of solar panels that are owned outright and not leased.

Although the bungalow does require some updating it has been very well looked after and should someone want to reconfigure the home internally there are a variety of ways certain rooms could be enlarged if desired.

To the front of the home there is a walled frontage with a shingle garden ideal for standing potted plants and ornaments. At the rear is a low maintenance garden with a paved patio seating area and a further area of shingle. Steps lead up to a driveway which is accessed via a set of timber gates off The Tofts (a Cul-de-Sac off Horsewell Lane). This provides the bungalow with off-road parking and gives direct car access to a detached garage with remote operated roller door. Adjacent to the garage is another space which the previous owners used as a Summer House.

The possibilities for this highly individual bungalow are wide and varied. Already a spacious and desirable home with wide ranging appeal it could be made into a very unique and stylish home.

Auctioneer Comments This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyers solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey). The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.2% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded. This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300 including VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold. The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change. Referral Arrangements The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.





Wigston is a suburb situated to the South of Leicester City Centre. A popular local hub the main High Street provides a wide range of local shops, amenities, restaurants and eateries. The transport links for commuters are excellent heading into and out of the city by road either by car and regularly serviced bus routes or by rail via South Wigston train station. In addition, there are a number of reputable local schools for all age groups.

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Horsewell Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18

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  • South Wigston Station1.2 miles
  • Leicester Station3.6 miles
  • Narborough Station4.2 miles
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Spencers Estate Agency, Wigston

80 Leicester Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 1DR

Spencers Estate Agency, Wigston

About this branch

Our estate agents in Wigston opened in 1991 and we are the oldest established estate agency office located in the heart of Wigston. The office covers all of the Wigston area, specifically the LE18 postcodes. We also cover many of the picturesque villages to the south along the A5199 including; Great Glen, Fleckney, Kilby, Arnesby and Newton Harcourt.

The office is supported by our extensive local office network with nearby branches in Blaby, Market Harborough an

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