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Church Hill, Birstall

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

1,227 sq ft

114 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Quintessential chocolate box cottage
  • Views towards the church
  • Good plot with potential with no listings
  • Planning consent gained for rear extension
  • Three reception areas, three bedrooms
  • Thatch roof recently renovated in November 2024
  • Private gated driveway
  • 110.8 square metres - 1193 square feet
  • EPC Rating D / Council Tax Band D / Freehold

Description

Located on Church Hill in Birstall, this semi-detached thatched cottage combines period character with practical, modern living. The home offers around 1,227 square feet of living space, with three reception rooms that work well for both everyday family life and entertaining.

There are three comfortable bedrooms, making the property suitable for a family, visiting guests, or home working. The bathroom is well positioned and easy to access, and the layout flows nicely throughout the house.

What really sets this home apart is its original features, which give it a sense of history and warmth without feeling old-fashioned. These details add real personality and make the space feel welcoming and lived-in.

Outside, there is parking for two cars, a useful benefit in this popular area. Birstall itself has a friendly, community feel and offers easy access to local shops, amenities, and transport links.

Overall, this is a characterful and comfortable home in a great location, with both charm and practicality. Viewings are recommended to really appreciate what it has to offer.

General Description - A quintessential chocolate box cottage tucked away behind a private gated driveway in the heart of this desirable conservation village, with stunning views towards the church and a sizeable plot, affording great potential to develop further.

Accommodation Summary - The accommodation is arranged to offer both character and flexibility, beginning with a welcoming entrance porch that leads through to a comfortable sitting room and a separate dining room, ideal for everyday living or entertaining. The kitchen breakfast room forms the heart of the home, with space for casual dining and direct access to the garden, while a separate study provides a quiet area for home working or reading. A well-positioned bathroom serves the ground floor, and two staircases add both charm and practicality to the layout.

Upstairs, there are three inviting bedrooms, each offering a pleasant outlook and a sense of privacy and calm.

Outside, the property is approached via a gated, block-paved driveway to the front, framed by mature planted borders. To the rear, there are private, sunny cottage-style gardens, with a seating terrace that can be accessed directly from the kitchen, perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing. An outbuilding, currently used as a utility and storage space, benefits from both water and electricity and offers useful additional flexibility.

Location - The village centre has local amenities in the form of convenience stores, a garden centre, and a variety of other shops. There are excellent local schools on offer including

Highcliffe Primary School, Riverside Primary School and The Cedars Academy. Watermead Country Park is a short walk away, with its beautiful scenery and variety of country walks and wildlife.

Agents Note - Quintessential chocolate box cottage with stunning gardens, not being listed, huge potential to develop further.

Method Of Sale: - The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty.

Measurements - Every care has been taken to reflect the true dimensions of this property, but they should be treated as approximate and for general guidance only.

Tenure: - The property is being sold freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Local Authority - Charnwood Borough Council, Southfields, Loughborough, Leicester, LE11 2TU (Tel: 01509 263151). Council Tax Band D.

Viewings: - Viewing strictly by appointment only via sole selling agent, Alexanders of Melton Mowbray, 21 Market Place, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1XD.

Services: - The property is connected to mains gas, electricity, water, and drainage.

Please note that none of the services, systems or appliances, including; heating, plumbing, and electrics, have been tested by the selling agents.

Public Rights Of Way, Wayleaves & Easements: - The property is sold subject to all existing public rights of way, wayleaves, easements and other legal rights, whether or not specifically mentioned in these particulars.

Technical Information: - Further details, including any covenants, overage provisions, or other relevant legal or technical information, can be provided upon request.

Plans And Boundaries: - The plans included in these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and are intended for guidance only. While believed to be correct, their accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser will be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and the extent of the ownership. Neither the vendor nor their agents will be held responsible for defining ownership or boundary lines.

Money Laundering - Where an offer is successfully put forward, we are obliged by law to ask the prospective purchaser for confirmation of their identity. This will include production of their passport or driving licence and recent utility bill to prove residence. This evidence will be required prior to solicitors being instructed.

General Note: - These particulars whilst believed to be accurate set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on these particulars of sale as a statement of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this agents employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect to the property.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Alexanders, East Midlands

21 Market Place, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1XD

Alexanders are fully engaged in property. We are dedicated to presentation and service, and are ready to craft a bespoke marketing strategy tailored to each individual property.

As a local, independent estate agent, we make a commitment to establishing long-term client relationships. We offer a personal service, delivered by an enthusiastic and professional team, from our offices in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Loughborough, Market Bosworth and Melton Mowbray.

With a combined 125 years of experience, we guarantee an approach that retains traditional values whilst embracing all modern aspects of our profession. We invest in only the best training by the most successful and proven operators in the industry.

We are passionate about our specialism in residential sales, together with land and new homes, and aim to exceed expectations with an emphasis placed upon strength of negotiation and industry leading marketing. Communication has and always will be a fundamental part of our service.

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