Repton Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18

This superb three bedroom detached family home occupies a generous plot within a sought after residential area. A traditional, bay fronted, Jelson built property the home is already spacious and versatile, however the plot, would allow scope for substantial extension both the side and to the rear. The home is very well presented throughout having been well loved and improved by the current owners. The home is well positioned for a wide range of local amenities with supermarkets, smaller shops and services as well as leisure and medical facilities all handily placed. For those who commute there are excellent road links to both the city of Leicester and to Junction 21 of the M1/M69.

Access to the home is via a small porch and on into a light and airy entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and a cupboard that hides the electric and gas meters. Doors from the entrance hall lead through to the kitchen and the lounge.

The lounge is generous and is filled with plenty of natural light thanks to the large bay window to the front elevation. the main focal point of the room is a fantastic feature fireplace set onto an angled chimney breast familiar to many of the properties within the immediate area. A set of double folding doors open to the dining room which can be opened up to create a more open plan reception space ideal for larger gatherings of family and friends.

The dining room itself has ample room for a table and chairs and has a set of sliding patio doors that open to the garden.

The kitchen has a range of base and wall-mounted fitted units with roll-edge work surfaces and a stainless-steel sink and drainer. There is space for a cooker, freestanding fridge freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. There is a window that overlooks the garden and a back door that opens to the side of the property and offers an alternative access point to the garden. The kitchen could be enlarged either through extension or by knocking through to the dining room to create a kitchen diner if preferred.

To the first floor, the principal bedroom is a generous double room situated toward the front of the home and benefits from a range of fitted wardrobes and overhead storage. The second bedroom is also a well-proportioned double room that enjoys views over the garden to the rear. The room to has a wall of built-in wardrobes and accommodates a cupboard housing the regularly serviced boiler. The third bedroom is a versatile single room and could be used as a work space or dressing room if not required as a regular bedroom.

Finally, on the first floor, is a refitted shower room comprising a modern three-piece suite to include a large walk-in shower with fixed screen, low flush WC and a wash hand basin set onto a vanity unit. This a dual aspect room with windows to both side and rear.

To the front of the home a wide driveway provides ample off-road parking as well as direct car access to the detached garage to the side.

At the rear is a wonderful family garden with a paved patio seating area ideal for entertaining and a large lawn, ideal for children to play. A shingle section allows for a selection of potted plants to bring colour and structure to the garden. Behind the garage is a timber-built storage shed. The garden is large enough to accommodate a further outbuilding, such as an office, studio or home gym if desired.

This is a wonderful family home with wide ranging appeal. There is scope to add value in the future but can be moved into and enjoyed immediately by any prospective purchaser. Book your viewing early to avoid any disappointment.


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.