Description
With over 1,500 of flexible accommodation this Grade II Listed period home offers an abundance of character and charm. A particularly unique feature of this home is the large artist's studio which offers scope for use as an open plan kitchen, family/diner. You will also find a cellar, two double bedrooms, simply stunning bathroom and utility room and pantry to compliment the contemporary kitchen.
Accommodation - Step in through the front door into this charming, cosy cottage and be prepared for a surprise at the sense of space this delightful period home has to offer. Two reception rooms flank the hall with its wide staircase.
The sitting room on the left has a feature fireplace which provides the perfect focal point to relax in front of. Double doors lead through to what is a simply stunning artist's studio which offers scope for use as a kitchen, family room, dining room or home office. Natural light floods the space through the large window to the rear and south-facing skylight. With a 12ft high vaulted ceiling, it is truly a unique space.
Across the hall to the right is the dining room which has a feature inglenook fireplace. A door to the corner leads down to the cellar, which has heating, power, and light, and features a secondary staircase back into the studio. The kitchen has been re-fitted with string designer shelving, and an island unit with stone composite worktop to create a perfect blend of contemporary and period features with an exposed brick inglenook recess housing a free-standing Rangemaster oven, with further free-standing units including an integrated AEG dishwasher. Tucked away in the corner is a handy pantry cupboard. The room enjoys an attractive view of the landscaped walled garden beyond.
Upstairs the sense of space continues with two good sized, high ceiling double bedrooms with wood floorboards and fitted wardrobes. The family bathroom is particularly striking with a centrally positioned bath, tongue and groove panelling and painted wooden floorboards, separate shower cubicle, WC, and wash hand basin.
Outside - The landscaped secluded walled garden enjoys a westerly aspect with plenty of sunlight and offers a private space for al fresco dining or relaxing. You will find a block paved seating/dining terrace, low-level wall, further gravelled terrace which also offers scope for off-road parking via timber gates to the side. A traditional well and water pump adds to the charm and character. A brick outbuilding has been converted to provide a handy utility room with plumbing and space for washing machine.
Location - Kibworth is a hugely popular south Leicestershire village, of significant historical interest, situated between Leicester and Market Harborough. It offers a wide range of facilities catering for all day-to-day needs including shopping, a health centre, restaurants and public houses as well as convenient access to popular schooling in both the state and private sectors. Sporting amenities include an 18-hole golf course, cricket ground, tennis courts and a bowling green. Both Leicester and Market Harborough provide mainline access to London, the latter in just under an hour.
Property Information - Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Harborough District Council
Tax Band: E
Services: The property is offered to the market with all mains services and gas-fired central heating.
Satnav Information - The property's postcode is LE8 0NQ, and house number 2.
