Beech House, Burton Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch

This impressive and beautifully appointed home offers an exceptional blend of period character and modern living.


Featuring elegant reception rooms, a stunning open-plan kitchen, extensive landscaped gardens, and a versatile detached office with consent for residential conversion.

Set within the sought-after market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, this distinguished family home provides elegant living within a highly
desirable setting. As well as extensive accommodation, the property benefits from a detached office with planning permission for conversion to a residential annexe, offering excellent flexibility, ideal for home working or multi-generational living.

Ashby is celebrated for its rich history, including an iconic castle and attractive period architecture, as well as its vibrant high street filled with independent shops, cafés, and restaurants.

Positioned at the heart of the National Forest, the town also offers excellent access to schools and green spaces, whilst remaining well-connected to nearby centres such as Derby, Nottingham and Leicester.

Ground floor
• The property is accessed via a striking front door adorned with beautiful stained glass and opens to a grand entrance hallway showcasing original Terrazzo flooring.
• The ground floor offers a range of versatile reception spaces, including a sitting room with a rear bay window, underfloor heating, and a characterful open fire; a formal dining room with bay window, original coving and feature (non-functional) fireplace; and a cosy snug with a log burning stove.
• Having been extended to the side, the home opens into a stunning living, dining kitchen, flooded with natural light from a sky lantern, and with multiple patio doors creating a seamless connection to the rear garden. The kitchen, expertly crafted by Charnwood Kitchens, features natural stone flooring with underfloor heating, a central island, and high-specification Miele appliances, complemented by a separate utility room and adjoining pantry.
• Further accommodation includes a large cloakroom with WC and storage, a home office/study, and a rear porch, beyond which lies a highly practical boot room store.

First floor
• A beautifully detailed ornate banister accompanies the stairs to the first floor, with a half landing featuring a striking stained-glass window.
• The generously proportioned principal bedroom boasts exposed floorboards, an original fireplace, and a stylish en suite bathroom with separate shower.
• There are a further three double bedrooms retaining original fireplaces, and a single bedroom, all providing flexible family accommodation.
• The first floor is completed by a well-appointed family bathroom, incorporating both a bath and separate shower.

The Lodge, 66a Burton Road – Office Space
• Beech House is accompanied by 66a Burton Road. Currently utilised as an established and dedicated office space, extending to over 1,400 sq.ft.
• This incorporates a large open-plan office area, with kitchenette, as well as a conference room, storage and WC.
• The office benefits from planning permission for change of use from an office to a residential annexe (North West Leicestershire planning ref. 25/01425/FUL)

Gardens and grounds
• A gated entrance leads to a large driveway, offering parking for multiple vehicles.
• A detached double garage, with a studio above, offering a versatile space, with the addition of a ground floor shower room and w/c.
• The property is enclosed by beautifully maintained walled gardens, thoughtfully landscaped to create privacy and year-round interest.
• Multiple patios and seating areas are positioned to follow the sun throughout the day, and there are two charming ponds, one with a timber bridge leading to a gravelled seating area.
• A pathway leads down to the summer house, perfect for entertaining or additional storage. Adjacent sits a substantial greenhouse, with traditional wood fired heating.

Situation
Ashby-de-la-Zouch is a charming and historic market town combining a rich heritage with the convenience and amenities of modern living. The bustling high street offers an excellent selection of independent boutiques, cafés, and well-known retailers, with there also being a good range of supermarkets.

The town is highly regarded for its schooling, including Ashby School, and nearby independent schools include Repton School, Repton Prep, Dixie Grammar School and Twycross House.

Ashby benefits from excellent transport links to nearby centres such as Leicester, Derby, and Nottingham, and offers convenient access to the M1.

Surrounded by picturesque countryside, Ashby is in the heart of the National Forest, with
walking and cycling routes within easy reach. Ashby enjoys delightful surrounding countryside in both Derbyshire and Leicestershire, with nearby highlights including Foremark Reservoir that provides over 200 acres of peaceful woodland, open water and scenic walking routes. As well as this, Calke Abbey - one of the National Trust's most distinctive properties - is located less than 5 miles away and is surrounded by extensive parkland, gardens and walking trails.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are understood to be connected.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1800 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 12/06/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 12/06/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
North West Leicestershire District Council

Council Tax Band: G

VAT
We understand the property has not been elected for VAT and so will not be chargeable in addition to the purchase price. However the vendors reserve the right to charge should they be advised to the contrary.

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

The lodge has the benefit of planning permission for the change of use of an outbuilding used as an office to a residential annexe. Further details are available via North West Leicestershire Council ref 25/01425/FUL

Tree Preservation Order
Certain trees at the property are subject to Tree Preservation Orders. Further details are available upon request.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership.
Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – LE65 2LN

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