Situated on the highly sought-after Swithland Lane, this charming two-bedroom home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property with character, flexibility, and scope to create the perfect family home. The home offers a blend of character and practicality, featuring a bay-fronted living room, refurbished bathroom, and an attractive rear garden. The property benefits from an extension to the rear providing flexible living space, off-road parking via a driveway, and a convenient position close to local amenities and transport links.
Downstairs
Entrance Hall:
Enter the property into the entrance hall, which provides access to the living room, kitchen and the rear reception room, and family bathroom. The stairs lead to the first floor.
Living Room:
Positioned at the front of the property, the living room is half bay-fronted and full of character, featuring exposed beams, picture rails, and a decorative cast-iron gas fireplace with a marble hearth.
Kitchen:
The kitchen is fitted with base units and rolled-edge work surfaces, a double Kenwood oven and grill, a four-ring gas hob with extractor hood, and a one-bowl sink with mixer tap. There is space and plumbing for a dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer, along with a large pantry providing useful shelving.
Sitting Room:
Opening from the kitchen, the extension is currently used as a further sitting room but could serve equally well as a dining or family room. This light and welcoming space features double-glazed windows to the rear elevation on either side of the French doors and two radiators.
Storage Room:
Accessed from the extension, this internal room houses the Worcester conventional boiler and tap, offering a practical area for storage or utility use.
Family Bathroom:
The ground-floor family bathroom has been refurbished and features a tiled floor and wall panelling. It includes a walk-in rainfall shower enclosure with a glass screen, a wash-hand basin with vanity unit and mixer tap, a close-coupled WC, a towel radiator and recessed lighting.
1st Floor
Landing:
The first-floor landing provides access to both bedrooms and the loft hatch.
Bedroom One:
Located at the front of the property, this double bedroom is bay-fronted with double-glazed windows to the front elevation, built-in wardrobes, and a radiator.
Bedroom Two:
Situated at the rear, this double bedroom features two built-in wardrobes, with double-glazed windows to both the rear and side elevations.
Loft:
Accessible from the landing, providing additional storage or potential for future conversion, subject to the necessary permissions.
Outside
Rear Garden:
The rear garden begins with a slabbed patio area bordered by mature trees and shrubs. Steps lead down to a further patio area with additional planting, and a pathway continues to the bottom of the garden. The garden is fully enclosed by timber fencing, creating a private and secure outdoor space suitable for relaxation, gardening, or potential for further extension (subject to permissions).
Front:
To the front, the property offers off-road parking via a driveway, with a block-paved path leading up to the front door. A mature tree stands within the front boundary, and a side path leads to a gated bin store.
About the Area – Swithland Lane, Rothley
Swithland Lane is one of Rothley’s most admired and sought-after addresses, known for its tree-lined setting, attractive period homes, and peaceful village atmosphere. Rothley itself is a quintessential Leicestershire village, offering a welcoming community and a range of local amenities including independent cafés, traditional pubs, local shops, and everyday services. The village green and Rothley Park Golf Club provide open green spaces, while scenic walks through nearby Bradgate Park, Swithland Wood.
Families are drawn to Rothley for its access to well-regarded schooling options, including Rothley Church of England Primary School and secondary schools in the wider Charnwood area. The sense of community here is strong, with local events and village activities held throughout the year.
Offering a calm and leafy environment with heritage character and excellent local connections, Swithland Lane remains one of the most desirable places to live in North Leicestershire – a setting that truly complements this charming and versatile home.
Viewings:
Viewings are by appointment only. Interested parties are encouraged to contact us early.
Council Tax Band C
