Canal Street, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18

This charming two double bedroom terrace home occupies a plot within the South Wigston Conservation Area adjacent to many listed buildings of historical significance. The home is well placed for a plethora of local amenities with large supermarkets, a variety of smaller shops, services and eateries as well as leisure and medical centres are all either within walking distance or a very short drive away. There are excellent road links into the city of Leicester and toward Fosse Park and Junction 21 of the M1/M69. Commuters will also appreciate the fact that South Wigston train station is also readily accessible. The home is ideally suited to a first time buyer but young families and those wishing to downsize whilst remaining close to local amenities should also be giving this delightful home serious consideration. The home is well presented throughout and has been significantly improved, including the knocking through of some former outbuildings to create a larger kitchen and the repositioning of the stairs to allow independent access to the first floor bathroom.

Access to the home is via a recently replaced composite front door that opens directly into the front reception room which is presented as a dining space. The room is filled with plenty of natural light thanks to a large bay window to the front elevation and glazed panels in the front door. As well as the front door the windows to the front of the home were also replaced at the same time. The main focal point of the room is a flame effect electric fire inset into a feature fireplace on a central chimney breast. There are two built-in alcove storage cupboards and space for a dining table and chairs. A door from the dining room leads through to a lounge.

The lounge is larger than the front reception room and has a window to the rear. Period features found in the dining room are mirrored in the lounge including a coved ceiling, ceiling rose and dado rails. Again, the main feature of the room is a feature fireplace with another contemporary flame effect electric fire. A flight of stairs rise to the first floor landing and a door opens to the kitchen.

The kitchen is impressive and noticeably larger than many found in similar homes in and around the immediate area. The larger kitchen is due to an extension into what were former outbuildings. The kitchen includes a range of base and wall-mounted fitted units with roll-edge work surfaces and a one and a half bowl composite sink and drainer. Intrgated appliances include a 'Neff' gas hob with extractor over, and built-in 'Neff' double electric oven. There is then space for a tall freestanding fridge/freezer and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. At the far end of the kitchen a set of French patio doors provide access to the garden.

To the first floor, the principal bedroom is situated toward the front of the home and is a generous double room with ample space for a range of freestanding wardrobes and drawers. The second bedroom is also a well-proportioned double room and benefits from a built-in over stairs cupboard/wardrobe.

The bathroom was formerly only accessed via the second bedroom until the owner flipped the stairs around which created a landing and gave both bedrooms independent access to the bathroom. The bathroom itself has been refitted to include a modern four-piece suite including a separate corner shower cubicle, bath, low flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin.

To the rear of the home is a private and low maintenance courtyard style garden with both paved and timber decked patio seating areas with planted borders that provide the garden with a pleasing splash of colour. The garden is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a quiet drink in the summer months and to entertain family and friends.

This is a fantastic home in a superb position close to shops, parks and transport links. Internal viewing is highly recommended.




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.