The Willows, Burton on the Wolds, LE12

Location

Burton on the Wolds is a small village, located between Leicester and Nottingham within rolling countryside. From the property there is direct access to many miles of delicious country walks and the village has the benefit of a traditional pub called The Greyhound, nursery and excellent primary school (rated outstanding). The village petrol station also serves as a convenience store and two tennis courts within the village are available to the public. For the commuter, the village is particularly well placed for access onto the A46, M1, East Midlands Parkway and airport. The nearby market town of Loughborough offers private schooling and a direct rail service to London St Pancras international.

Distances

Leicester 12.2 miles / Nottingham 14.6 miles / Loughborough 4.6 miles / Melton Mowbray 11.4 miles / East Midlands Airport 13.8 miles / East Midlands Parkway 11.7 miles / Ratcliffe College 7.2 miles / M1(J23) 7.6 miles / M69 & M1(J21) 16.9 miles /

Ground Floor

The property is entered into a tiled entrance hall with open staircase and oak handrail. The sitting room with window to front features a cosy, open fireplace with stone surround and a sliding door provides access into the adjoining games room. Recently extended the new family kitchen at No.9 The Willows is particularly impressive at very much the heart of this rare home. Enjoying a dual aspect oak bifold doors provide uninterrupted countryside views and direct access into a stunning wrap-around garden. Fitted in a Shaker style the kitchen cabinets circle a large island which also serves as a breakfast bar. Oak and granite tops and impressive range of integrated appliances are further features and there is ample space for family and friends to both relax and dine. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen is an adjoining games room which could also serve as a formal dining. Also leading from the kitchen is a fully equipped utility room with further sink unit providing access into the garage. A generous study with fitted storage and stylishly fitted cloaks/WC completes the ground floor accommodation.

First Floor

A spacious L shaped landing on the first floor provides access to four double bedrooms and spacious family bathroom. Bedroom one with high ceiling has a large oak framed picture window, taking full advantage of the surrounding, rolling countryside. Further features of this impressive suite include an integrated audio system, walk-in wardrobe, stylish ensuite (refitted 2019) and large, walk-on balcony with glass balustrade. Two former bedrooms have been combined, creating a larger fourth bedroom with two Velux windows. The family bathroom (refitted 2019/20) has a four-piece suite complete with corner bath, separate shower and heated mirror.

Outside

No. 9 The Willows occupies a desirable, Southeast corner of this small, semi-rural development. A paved driveway to the front flanked by beautifully tended flower borders provides hard standing for several vehicles and access to an integral garage. A side gate provides pedestrian access to the rear garden. The rear gardens which wrap around the property adjoin open countryside, separated only by a low-level picket fence and wooden hand gate. The lawns which are highly manicured feature a fully integrated irrigation system. Several seating areas within the garden have been created to take full advantage of the summer sunshine and unrivalled open countryside views. A number of mature trees within the garden and those within the grounds of neighbouring Burton Hall create a surprisingly established feel and total privacy.

Seperate Garden Room

Standing detached within the rear garden this modern contemporary style structure offers additional living space to that of the main house. Currently used for relaxation and for when entertaining alfresco this cool space has previously been used as a home office. Fully insulated and wood-clad the garden room has mains electricity, electric heating, spotlights, integrated audio system, wi-fi, bi-folding doors and outdoor spotlights.

Integral Garage

A single garage with an up and over door to the front elevation, wall mounted Worcester Bosch gas boiler and equipment for the solar panels, window to the side elevation, power and lighting.

Services

All mains services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating fired by a Worcester boiler (installed 2013) located in the garage. The Games room has underfloor heating (wet system) and the en suite to bedroom one has electric underfloor heating. The property has a combination of uPVC and oak framed double glazing. Solar panels (installed 2011) are very discreet. Set up on a 25-year tariff, the panels are currently generating an income of approximately £1000 per annum with 13 years remaining.

Local Authority

Charnwood Borough Council.

Tenure

Freehold.

Directions

From the mini roundabout in/at the centre of the village continue along Barrow Road for a short distance. Turn left into The Willows and then take the left-hand fork. The property occupies a prime position, situated on the edge of this small development.