Vernon Road, Aylestone, Leicester

This charming and well-maintained traditional Victorian home offers a blend of period features, modern updates and the benefit of no upward chain, making it perfect for a range of buyers. Thoughtfully extended with a garden room orientated to enjoy views over the generous garden, the property provides comfortable living in a desirable and convenient location. The property includes an updated bathroom, a versatile outdoor bar/summerhouse, and the potential to further extend, subject to the necessary planning consents.

Location - Aylestone is located approximately two miles south of Leicester city centre, providing excellent access to the professional quarters and mainline railway station; local day-to-day shopping can be found along Aylestone Road itself and access to the M1/M69 motorways and associated Fosse Retail Park is only a short distance away.

Accommodation - As you enter the property through the front door, you are welcomed into a cosy yet spacious sitting room. This bright and inviting space features attractive laminate flooring and a gas fireplace with a polished granite surround, providing a central focal point and a warm, homely atmosphere. A large uPVC window to the front aspect floods the room with natural light, while a built-in cupboard discreetly houses both the gas and electric meters, ensuring practicality without compromising on aesthetics.

Leading from the sitting room is the kitchen, thoughtfully laid out with tiled flooring and half-tiled walls for ease of maintenance. The kitchen has a Beko freestanding cooker incorporating a gas hob and oven, along with plumbing for a washing machine. Cream shaker-style base and wall units provide ample storage, complemented by wood-effect worktops creating ample preparation space. A uPVC window is positioned above the sink and offers a pleasant view to the rear, and a partially glazed door opens out into the garden room. The kitchen also includes a useful pantry cupboard and a discreet cubby space that houses the boiler.

The garden room is a versatile addition to the property, constructed with a solid brick base and uPVC glazing, complete with tiled flooring. This space is ideal for use as a formal dining room, home office, or additional sitting area, and benefits from both power and heating, making it a comfortable space all year round. Importantly, the foundations of the conservatory were built to a specification that would allow for a full two storey extension in the future, if required, subject to the usual planning consents.

Upstairs, the landing provides access to the loft via a charming, handcrafted wooden staircase, offering the potential for further storage or reconfiguration into a bedroom (subject to planning consents). The principal bedroom is particularly spacious and well-presented, featuring laminate flooring, two and a half-fitted wardrobes offering excellent storage. Dual uPVC windows allow in plenty of natural light, and traditional picture rail adds character. The second bedroom is also a good-sized double with a uPVC window overlooking the delightful rear garden and has a matching picture rail, continuing the period charm.

The bathroom, refurbished just two years ago, is modern and stylish. It comprises a corner shower unit with glass enclosure, a close-coupled toilet, a wash basin with a sleek mirrored storage cabinet above, and a uPVC window for natural light and ventilation. The walls and floor are finished in a contemporary grey tile, creating a fresh, clean and timeless look.

Outside - The property is enclosed by a low-level fence, and a gate leads to a patio area. A gated side alleyway (which is shared with the neighbouring property at No. 150) provides additional access to the rear garden and convenience when taking out the bins.

The rear garden is a principal feature of this home and is a generous and attractive space. A newly laid patio (completed two years ago) extends from the garden room and leads to a well-kept lawn. Beyond this is a picket fence encloses a decked and stone area that houses an attractive timber garden bar/summerhouse, along with a wooden shed and a greenhouse. A charming and beautiful 100-year-old pear tree adds character and with a southeast-facing aspect, the garden enjoys sunlight throughout the day.

Property Information - Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Leicester City Council
Tax Band: Band A
Listed Status: Not Listed
Conservation Area: No
Services: The property is offered to the market with all mains services and gas-fired central heating (boiler 3 years old)
Meters: Gas and electric smart meters
Broadband delivered to the property: Independent provider
Non-standard construction: Believed to be of standard construction
Wayleaves, Rights of Way & Covenants: Yes
Flooding issues in the last 5 years: None
Accessibility: Two storey dwelling, no modifications for accessibility

Satnav Information - The property’s postcode is LE2 8GD, and house number 152.