The Elms, Kirkby Road

A Superb Detached Period Home with Character and Space in a Desirable Village Location

This charming detached period property, dating back to approximately 1857, beautifully combines historical character with modern comforts. Set within a generous 1.63-acre plot, the home retains many original features, offering spacious living accommodation throughout. The property is approached via a long driveway that leads to double gates, providing access to both the house and a substantial parking area. Mature front and rear gardens surround the property, which also benefits from two outbuildings currently divided into four garages.

Accommodation

Ground Floor:

Upon entering, you are greeted by an imposing entrance hall with original Minton tiled flooring, a staircase leading to the first floor, and a door to a walk-in pantry and cloakroom WC, which features a Regency-style wash hand basin and tiled flooring. The first of the three dual-aspect reception rooms is the lounge, with a bay window to the front, a beautiful open fireplace with a multi-fuel burner, and polished wood flooring. The adjacent dining room also enjoys a bay window, open fireplace, side window, and wood flooring. The sitting room is positioned at the rear of the property and features French doors opening onto the garden, another multi-fuel burner, side window, and polished wood flooring.

The large open-plan kitchen/breakfast room is a standout feature of the home, with a comprehensive range of wall and base units, granite worktops, complementary tiling, an Aga oven, integrated fridge/freezer, and a separate Aga companion. The breakfast area has windows and French doors to the side and rear, which offer lovely views of the gardens. A door leads to a useful utility room with gas central heating boilers.

First Floor:

A split-level landing gives access to a family bathroom with a panelled bath, low flush WC, wash hand basin, and airing cupboard. There are four generously-sized bedrooms, with the master featuring dual aspect windows (including a bay) to the front and side. This room also has a large en-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath, vanity wash hand basin, tiled shower cubicle, bidet, and low flush WC. Bedroom two also benefits from an en-suite shower room with a tiled cubicle, wash hand basin, and low flush WC.

A staircase leads to the second-floor landing with access to a fifth bedroom and a further shower room with a tiled cubicle, wash hand basin, and low flush WC.

Outside:

The property occupies a substantial plot extending to 1.63 acres. To the front, there are lawned gardens, a driveway, and a double-gated entrance providing additional parking. The rear gardens are predominantly laid to lawn, with a large paved patio area perfect for outdoor entertaining. The property also features two outbuildings, currently divided into four garages, along with an adjacent log store, a fish pond with a pump filtration system, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

This elegant period property offers an ideal combination of space, character, and convenience, situated in a highly desirable village location.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale and charm of this fine home.

Location:

Barwell is a vibrant village in Leicestershire, situated just 2 miles northeast of Hinckley and 11 miles southwest of Leicester. The village is well-connected, with easy access to major roads including the A47, M69, A5, and M1, as well as excellent rail links to London from Leicester and Rugby and to Birmingham from Hinckley. Barwell boasts a wealth of amenities including two churches, a post office, a small supermarket, public houses, and a hair salon. There are local schools for both primary and secondary education, a public library, and a doctor's surgery. The village also offers a variety of outdoor activities with nearby walks such as Burbage Common, Woods, and the Battlefield of Bosworth. For recreational pursuits, there is a local cricket club and bowls club.

Travel Distances:

Hinckley – 3.1 miles
Leicester – 11.3 miles
Coventry – 18.5 miles