Each month we team up with Furnley House to bring you a Leicestershire Property of the Month. This month we’re heading over to the sought after village of Woodhouse Eaves for a property with plenty of history and character.
The Old Vicarage occupies a prime position just a stone’s throw from the centre of this popular North Leicestershire village. Standing in large grounds of around 1.5 acres in total this striking home represents a rare and exciting opportunity with all the ingredients required for a forever home.
Built c 1840, The Old Vicarage and neighbouring church was designed by highly acclaimed architect William Railton who after completing The Old Vicarage went onto complete Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, London. Steeped in history and worthy of its Grade II Listed status, this substantial home has been further improved by the current owners, now suiting the needs of a modern family. Sweeping lawns which wrap around the property and ancient woodland provides a dramatic backdrop and elevated views.
Packed full of period charm, leading off the hallway with original staircase are four fine reception rooms and a large living kitchen fitted in a contemporary style, and featuring a freestanding log burner and French doors open out into the rear garden. On the first floor are five double bedrooms and three bathrooms. Bedroom five is currently used as a dressing room to the main bedroom which is particularly impressive with private balcony and large en suite.
Outside a gravelled driveway provides hardstanding for numerous vehicles and access to a triple garage block, which contains an upstairs self-contained annexe, ideal for guest accommodation. A large stone outbuilding, separate to the main house offers further development potential.
Properties like this are incredibly rare to come to the market, so early viewing is strongly recommended.
The location of the property is another huge selling factor as Woodhouse Eaves remains one of Leicestershire’s most sought after villages. Nestled in the rolling hills of the Charnwood Forest, it’s not hard to see why, with the area well known for its idyllic, countryside walks and many beauty spots, including the nearby Beacon Hill, Swithland Woods and Bradgate Park. The village itself also offers an impressive range of day to day amenities including a day nursery, primary school, two village stores, chemist/post office, hairdressers, butchers, greengrocer and superb pubs and restaurants, with The Pear Tree Inn and The Old Bulls Head to name just a couple.
The property is being marketed by Fine & Country with the price available on application. For further information or to arrange a viewing, contact Fine & Country on 01509 275662.
Our property of the month feature is sponsored by Furnley House, Leicestershire’s multi-award winning Independent Financial Planner and Mortgage Broker.
