£495,000
4 bed detached house for saleHarrowgate Drive, Birstall, Leicester LE4
4 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: F
About this property
Fully renovated, back‐to‐brick detached home (approx. 1,500 sq ft)
High‐spec open‐plan kitchen/living/dining space with skylights and bifold doors
Versatile ground‐floor annexe potential with bedroom, bathroom, and spice kitchen
Three further bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom
Large rear garden backing directly onto open fields
Ample driveway parking for three to four vehicles
Situated in the highly regarded “Gates” area of Birstall
A beautifully presented detached residence of approximately 1,500 sq ft, this home has undergone a comprehensive back‐to‐brick renovation, including a full rewire, replumb, and significant structural expansion. The result is a modern, high‐quality family home finished with careful attention to detail throughout. Positioned in the prestigious “Gates” area of Birstall, the property offers contemporary comfort within a peaceful and desirable residential setting.
Ground Floor
The property is entered via a feature anthracite front door with frosted glazing, opening into an extended hallway with additional side window. To the left, double jet‐black Liberty glass doors lead into the front living room, a bright and welcoming space with views to the front aspect.
A matching Liberty door provides access to the kitchen, and a wide opening from the living room creates a modern flowing layout into the open‐plan kitchen, dining, and living area. This impressive space is filled with natural light from two glass skylights and 4m three‐pane folding doors opening onto the rear garden.
The kitchen features luxury quartz worktops, a central island with Bora downdraft induction hob and storage, and high‐end integrated appliances including a Haier fridge-freezer, Bertazzoni dishwasher, steam oven, and undermount sink. A wireless thermostat complements the home’s modern upgrades.
A rear hallway offers garden access and leads to a section ideal for use as an annexe, comprising:
Bedroom 3: A spacious double room with a large side window overlooking the garden-suitable for relatives, guests, or use as a study/dressing/snug area.
Downstairs Bathroom: Newly fitted three‐piece suite with shower.
Spice Kitchen: A practical galley kitchen with skylight, gas hob, extractor, sink, space for a washer‐dryer stack, and under‐counter fridge, plus a side door providing independent access to the front.
First Floor
A newly installed feature staircase with black design, carpeted treads, and glass balustrades leads to the first floor. The entire level benefits from new carpets and solid oak internal doors with black fittings.
Bedroom 1: Large double room with westerly views across open fields.
Bedroom 2: Spacious double bedroom with rear aspect views extending toward Bradgate Park and Old John.
Bedroom 4: A well‐proportioned single room, ideal as a nursery, guest room, or study.
Family Bathroom: A stylish bathroom finished with black accents and rak sanitaryware, featuring a shower‐bath and soft‐close WC.
External
The home is fitted with a high‐security ultion front-door lock. The driveway provides parking for three to four vehicles, with a side gate offering discreet bin storage. The generous rear garden is mainly laid to lawn and enjoys direct access to the open fields beyond, providing both privacy and an attractive outlook.
Location
Harrowgate Drive is located within one of Birstall’s most sought‐after residential areas. The property is well placed for a wide range of local amenities, schools, transport links, and leisure facilities.
Schools: Hallam Fields Primary (Good with Outstanding features) is just 0.1 miles away, with Highcliffe Primary (0.4 miles), Riverside Primary (1.2 miles), and The Cedars Academy (0.7 miles) all nearby.
Amenities: Sibson Road shopping parade offers Tesco Express, Boots, Nationwide, independent retailers, and medical facilities including Birstall Medical Centre.
Superstores & Retail: Thurmaston Shopping Centre (M&S Foodhall, Next, Dunelm, Boots), plus Sainsbury’s and Asda within easy reach.
Transport: Excellent access to A6, A46, and M1, with Birstall Park & Ride offering direct, frequent services into Leicester.
Leisure: Close to Watermead Country Park’s extensive nature trails and the popular White Horse pub with its canal-side setting.
Council Tax: C
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