4 bed detached house for sale

Leicester Lane, Desford LE9

A rare opportunity to acquire a charming detached cottage, dating back in part to 1850, together with a substantial, purpose-built workshop and office premises – offering an exceptional live/work environment. The property is particularly well suited to those seeking to run or relocate a vehicle repair or servicing business, with ready-made facilities already in place.
The cottage itself has been skilfully extended to create a comfortable and characterful family home. It provides well-proportioned and versatile accommodation including a dual-aspect fitted dining kitchen, a welcoming entrance hall, separate dining room, cosy snug, and an impressive 28ft living room with vaulted ceiling.
To the first floor are four generous double bedrooms, including a master bedroom with en suite shower room, together with a further family shower room.
A key feature of the property is the substantial workshop building, measuring approximately 38ft by 16ft, complete with stores, offices and a utility/WC. Previously operating as a vehicle repair and servicing business, the premises offer a fantastic opportunity for those in the motor trade or anyone seeking ready-to-use commercial workspace alongside their home.
Outside, the property enjoys extensive private gardens adjoining open farmland to the rear. There is ample off-road parking and access through double wrought iron gates to the side, providing convenient entry to the workshop area.
Altogether, this is a unique property combining a delightful home with excellent established business facilities, ideal for those looking to seamlessly integrate their home and working life.

Porch (2.44m x 2.02m (8'0" x 6'7"))

Dining Kitchen (3.52m x 6.59m (11'6" x 21'7"))

Inner Hall

Dining Room (3.86m x 3.51m (12'7" x 11'6"))

Snug (3.54m x 4.15m (11'7" x 13'7"))

Living Room (3.55m x 8.56m (11'7" x 28'1"))

Landing

Master Bedroom (3.48m x 4.58m (11'5" x 15'0"))

En Suite (3.54m x 1.72m (11'7" x 5'7"))

Bedroom 2 (3.91m x 3.67m (12'9" x 12'0"))

Bedroom 3 (3.69m x 3.61m (12'1" x 11'10"))

Bedroom 4 (3.62m x 2.94m (11'10" x 9'7"))

Shower Room (3.84m x 1.16m (12'7" x 3'9"))

Workshop (4.84m x 11.78m (15'10" x 38'7"))

Offices/Stores & Wc (11.78m x 3.15m (38'7" x 10'4"))

Outside

The property stands on a sizeable plot with a lawned garden to the front, car standing bounded by a wrought iron double gates, a full-width patio, and further lawned gardens with mature shrubs.. The whole enjoying a private aspect adjacent to farmland.

Property Information

Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Hinckley & Bosworth
Council Tax Band: D.
Type of Construction: Traditional
Services: The property is offered to the market with propane gas-fired central heating.
Multiple Options for Broadband/mobile phone signal.
Flood Risk: Very Low
The property is being sold with Vacant Possession upon completion. Fixtures and fittings - All the items mentioned in these sales details are to be included within the purchase price. Services - None of the services, fitting or appliances (if any) heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents, neither have the telephone or television points.

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