Fox Lodge, Foxton, Market Harborough

Fox Lodge is a striking, award-nominated eco-home, thoughtfully designed by Danish specialists Roust Træ to deliver exceptional energy efficiency, low running costs and a reduced carbon footprint. Set within a quiet backwater of Foxton, it combines sustainable modern living with excellent access to Market Harborough and fast rail links to London. Offered with no upward chain.

Accommodation - The property opens into a bright, vaulted entrance space with full-height glazing, setting the tone for the home’s light-filled, energy-conscious design. The ground floor is arranged around a superb open-plan living kitchen, designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with large sliding doors and full-height windows maximising natural light and passive solar gain. A contemporary fitted kitchen with solid wood worktops and island sits at the heart of the space, complemented by underfloor heating powered by an efficient air source heat pump. A separate snug provides a more private living area, alongside a utility room, storage and a ground floor shower room.

Upstairs, the vaulted ceilings continue, enhancing the sense of space and efficiency of the insulated structure. The principal bedroom enjoys built-in storage and a well-appointed ensuite, while two further double bedrooms are served by a modern shower room. One bedroom opens onto a generous balcony with far-reaching village and countryside views. The first floor also houses key elements of the home’s energy system, including the solar PV inverter and thermal store, supporting the property’s low-energy performance.

Outside - Externally, the property continues its practical and sustainable design with a south-facing wraparound garden, ideal for maximising sunlight. A private courtyard leads to a substantial home office, perfect for remote working, alongside a garage, covered storage and generous parking. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with patio areas for outdoor entertaining, all enclosed and designed for low maintenance and year-round enjoyment.

Location - The village of Foxton is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a strong sense of community centered around the village hall, the church of St. Andrews, two popular public houses, and Foxton Locks is a pleasant short walk along the canal where there is a restaurant and further pub. Schooling is catered for by the well-regarded Foxton Primary School. The area is well known for its attractive rolling countryside.

The nearby market town of Market Harborough offers excellent shopping and supermarket facilities including Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Tesco, schools, restaurants, bars, a theatre, and leisure centre. For the commuter, there are mainline rail services to London St Pancras with its new Eurostar link, the M1 is accessible at junction 20, and the A14 lies to the south.

Property Information - Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Harborough District Council
Listed Status: Not Listed Built: Constructed between 2015 & 2016
Conservation Area: Yes, Foxton Conservation Area Tax Band: F
Services: The property is offered to the market with mains water & drainage, air source heat pump, underfloor heating system and a mechanical ventilation heat recovery system
Broadband delivered to the property: FTTC ‘EE’
Non-standard construction: Robotically manufactured structurally insulated panels with factory fitted membranes, insulation, doors, windows and external spruce cladding.
Wayleaves, Rights of Way, Easements & Covenants: No
Flooding issues in the last 5 years: No
Accessibility: Two storey dwelling. No modifications.

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