Gaulby Lane, Leicester, LE2

Woodland Cottage is an individual detached former barn, originally forming part of Home Farm, occupying a particularly appealing and tucked-away position with open countryside immediately to the rear. Recently externally decorated, the property offers spacious, well-proportioned accommodation throughout, together with a delightful garden and a double garage.

A welcoming entrance hallway provides an excellent first impression, featuring oak flooring, a useful guest cloakroom and an attractive dog-leg staircase rising to the first floor.

To the front of the property is a generous dual-aspect reception room, originally used as a dining room and now providing an excellent home office and gym. This versatile room could readily be adapted to suit a variety of requirements.

To the rear is a cosy and well-proportioned lounge, centred around an exposed chimney breast with a wood-burning stove. Bespoke cabinetry provides useful storage, whilst French doors open directly onto the rear garden and allow the room to enjoy the wonderful outlook beyond.

The recently refitted kitchen is a particular highlight, with a timeless range of in-frame cabinetry, quartz work surfaces and a relaxed casual seating area. Included is a Richmond Deluxe range-style cooker and, and a Bosch dual zone wine fridge.

The kitchen leads through to a lovely garden room, providing further flexible living accommodation and enjoying views and direct access onto the rear garden. This is a particularly versatile space which could be used as an informal sitting room, dining area or simply as somewhere to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

The ground floor is completed by a useful utility room and a rear lobby/boot room, which in turn provides access to a double garage. The garage benefits from a recently fitted electric roller door and offers excellent additional storage and parking provision. An electric vehicle charging point is conveniently positioned to the front of the garage.

To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a private ensuite shower room, whilst the remaining three bedrooms are served by a modern family bathroom.

Outside, the rear garden is a real feature of the property. A paved patio immediately adjoins the house, providing an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with a lawned garden beyond. To the far end of the garden is a second decked seating area, perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the uninterrupted views across the open countryside beyond. The garden provides a lovely combination of entertaining space, lawn and far-reaching rural views, making it a particularly enjoyable setting throughout the year.

In all, Woodland Cottage provides a wonderful opportunity to acquire an individual and characterful detached home, combining generous and versatile accommodation with a superb tucked-away position and an exceptional open countryside outlook.

Situation
Stoughton is positioned on the eastern outskirts of Leicester, offering a rural setting with excellent access to the city and surrounding areas. Leicester city centre is approximately four miles away via the A6, with both Leicester and Market Harborough railway stations within easy reach.

The area is well regarded for its choice of schooling, with a range of highly regarded state and independent schools nearby, including St Luke’s CE Primary School, Manor High School, Judgemeadow Community College, Beauchamp College and Leicester Grammar School.

Everyday amenities can be found in nearby Oadby, with a good selection of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs, whilst Leicester provides an extensive range of shopping, cultural and leisure facilities.

The surrounding countryside offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits, providing an attractive balance between rural living and convenient access to the city.

Services, Utilities & Property Information
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - F
EPC Rating - C
Services - The property is connected to mains gas, electricity, water and drainage, and has gas central heating, along with fully double glazed windows and doors, and solar panels.
Mobile Phone coverage - 4G and 5G mobile signal is available in the area we - advise you to check with your provider.
Broadband Availability - ADSL Standard Broadband 5Mbps, and FTTC Ultrafast Broadband 80 Mbps is available in the area - we advise you to check with your provider.
Local Authority - Harborough District Council.
Listed Building Status - None.
Construction - Standard Brick.