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Property on market with Aidan J Reed & Andrew Johnson

Ashby de la Zouch

Main Street

Swannington, Leicestershire LE67 8QJ

3 bedrooms

£350,000

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Barns Cottage is a large detached, three bedroom family home with PLANNING PERMISSION to convert a 2000 sq. ft, Grade II listed barn in the heart of Swannington village, convenient for local shops and Church of England primary school. The existing dwelling comprises: hall; sitting room; dining room; conservatory; breakfast/kitchen; utility room. First floor: master bedroom with en-suite and dressing room; 2 further double bedrooms; re-fitted family bathroom. The barn to be linked by a glass corridor will comprise a large 51' family room/gym; multi-media area; additional reception room; en-suite bedroom; ground floor shower room; changing room. The property also has a 2-storey barn/garage and workshop, off-street parking and rear gardens overlooking woodland. NO UPWARD CHAIN.

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GROUND FLOOR PLAN FIRST FLOOR PLAN

Full Particulars

DIRECTIONAL NOTE

From Ashby de la Zouch proceed along the A512 signposted to Loughborough. At the roundabout bear right signposted to Swannington and proceed for approximately 2 miles where the property is located on the left hand side within the centre of the village.

AGENT'S NOTE

This is a rare opportunity to acquire an existing detached family house with the opportunity to substantially enlarge family accommodation to personal requirements and taste. The superb 850 square foot vaulted living space within the barn would have a multitude of uses including party rooms; studio or larger family games room.

THE ACCOMMODATION

GROUND FLOOR

ENTRANCE

Covered entrance canopy with outside light and UPVC double glazed entrance door with motif glass panel, matching UPVC double glazed window to entrance hall with laminate floor, dado rail, coved cornice, telephone point and radiator.

CLOAKROOM/UTILITY

Fitted with a two piece suite comprising low level WC and wall-mounted wash-hand basin with tiled splashback, tiled floor, space and plumbing for automatic washing machine, additional space for tumber dryer, radiator, large built-in cloakroom cupboard and opaque UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation.

SITTING ROOM 5.50m(18'1'') x 3.80m(12'6'')

Enjoying a dual aspect with UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation and matching twin French doors to the rear conservatory. The focal point of the room is the marble fireplace and hearth with inset fire. Three radiators, decorative coving and ceiling rose. Laminate floor, two TV aerial points and two wall light points.

DINING ROOM 4.00m(13'1'') x 3.70m(12'2'')

With a UPVC double glazed bay window to the front elevation, laminate flooring, decorative coving, two wall light points and radiator. Inter-connecting door to the breakfasting /kitchen.

BREAKFASTING KITCHEN 5.19m(17'0'') x 3.64m(11'11'')

Fully fitted with an extensive range of oak style country units with matching handles and trim comprising extensive work surface, base cupboards and drawers below including corner opening units. Matching eye level wall cabinets with coving and under-counter concealed lighting. Built-in matching leaded stained glazed display cabinets with matching drawers. Inset 1.5 bowl sink unit with mixer tap over. Fully tiled splashbacks. Under counter space for fridge and freezer. Additional under counter space and plumbing for automatic dishwasher. Space for cooker range with Leisure Rangemaster hood over. Extractor fan and quarry tiled floor. UPVC double glazed windows to the rear gardens overlooking farmland beyond and half panel door to the rear patio (ideal for outdoor dining).

CONSERVATORY 3.60m(11'10'') x 3.30m(10'10'')

Constructed with UPVC double glazed wood effect windows and matching French doors to the rear gardens overlooking farmland and enjoying a high degree of privacy. The conservatory benefits from a part vaulted ceiling with laminate floor and gas independent heater.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

From the entrance hall a staircase rises to the first floor balcony landing with UPVC double glazed picture window to the rear elevation overlooking gardens and fields beyond. Coved cornice, radiator and airing cupboard.

MASTER BEDROOM 4.37m(14'4'') x 3.66m(12'0'')

With a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, dado rail, coved cornice, TV aerial point, telephone point and two bed head wall light points. Door off to dressing room.

DRESSING ROOM

Fitted with hanging rails, radiator and coved cornice.

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM

Fully refitted with a modern three piece suite comprising glazed corner entry Carribean HX cubicle with integrated range shower, hydro massage jets, hand held shower and sound system. Semi-pedestal vanity wash-hand basin with mixer tap over and cupboards and drawer below. Low level twin flush WC. Extensive tiling, radiator and extractor fan. Opaque UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation.

BEDROOM TWO 3.80m(12'6'') x 3.00m(9'10'')

With a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, built-in wardrobe, coved cornice, radiator, TV aerial point and two bed-head wall light points.

BEDROOM THREE 2.89m(9'6'') x 2.40m(7'10'')

With a UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, radiator and coved cornice.

BATHROOM

Re-fitted with a modern three piece white suite comprising low level twin flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and panelled bath with side shelving. Tiled splashbacks, coved cornice, extractor fan, laminate floor and radiator. Opaque UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation.

OUTSIDE

DETACHED BARN 15.30m(50'2'') x 5.63m(18'6'')

One of the principal attractions is the large Grade II listed 260 year old barn with twin 4 metre high entrance doors leading to a central brick cobble and timber beam entrance with parking space for several vehicles to both front and rear elevations also enjoying loft rooms above. A doorway leads through to the separate single storey section with 8 sky lights and PLANNING PERMISSION for French doors to the rear gardens. The ceiling to the rear section is to be vaulted, if converted (subject to the approved planning conditions).

SINGLE STOREY SECTION 19.40m(63'8'') x 5.40m(17'9'')

The barn offers potential for conversion/integration with the main dwelling, subject to appropriate planning, including a potential annex, games room or separate living accommodation.
AGENT'S NOTE: Plans are available to view, for conversion together with a copy of the Listed Building Consent within our offices at Ashby-de-la-Zouch or at NWLDC in Coalville (Reference: 10/00946/FUL - registered 11 November 2010)

GROUNDS & GARDENS

The property is approached over a gravel in/out driveway with maturing shrub and floral beds and borders, also having side access via gravel hardstanding (ideal for storage of additional vehicles) to the rear. Rear gardens are a particular feature benefitting from a high degree of privacy and landscaped to include a large paved patio with steps down to the main lawns which are shaped with shrub and floral beds. Further gateway to the second garden area with shaped lawns, summerhouse, greenhouse and views adjacent to farmland.

GENERAL INFORMATION

UTILITIES

The property has the benefit of mains gas, electricity, water and drainage is via a septic tank.

TENURE

The property is to be sold freehold.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

North West Leicestershire District Council

VIEWING

To view telephone the sole selling agents, Aidan J Reed & Andrew Johnson, on 01530 410930 who will be pleased to arrange a viewing.

24 HOUR CONTACT

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ARRANGE TO VIEW THIS PROPERTY OR MAKE AN ENQUIRY/OFFER OUTSIDE NORMAL OFFICE HOURS, YOU CAN CONTACT US BY EMAILING .

MEASUREMENTS

All dimensions are approximate.

FIXTURES, FITTINGS ETC

The mention of any fixtures and fittings, and/or appliances does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.

INTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS

Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in this sale.

DRAWINGS/SKETCHES/PLANS

For general guidance only and are not to scale.

DO YOU NEED A MORTGAGE?

Whether you are experienced movers or buying a property for the first time, we are sure that you will agree that access to top quality professional advice is of the utmost importance. With this in mind, Aidan J Reed & Andrew Johnson have engaged the services of Ashby based independent financial advisers, Finance Fit Financial Solutions. Being independent, Finance Fit Financial Solutions have access to the entire mortgage market and are able to offer mortgage and insurance advice from your initial enquiry right through to completion. For further information call Finance Fit on 01530 410930, email or speak to a member of the estate agent's staff who would be happy to arrange an appointment for you.

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on these Particulars of Sale as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firm's employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

  • Sweeping Drive
  • Two Further Bedrooms
  • Master Ensuite & Dress Rm
  • Large Breakfast/Kitchen
  • Sitting & Dining Rooms
  • Barn Planning Permission
  • Substantial House
  • Gardens & Grounds

Interested?

This property is available through our Ashby de la Zouch branch.

Tel: 01530 410930 (07910 673578 Sunday 11am-2pm)

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