2011, Desford Road, Ratby, LE6 0LF

The Draper > Coming soon - price coming soon About the Home Making a dramatic impression upon first sight, The Draper’s characterful, double-fronted exterior and integral double garage are only the beginning of its many charming features.

This remarkable 5-bedroom detached home has been designed with growing and mature families in mind, as well as aspirational buyers seeking a ‘forever home’ to treasure and share with loved ones for many wonderful years to come.

The ground floor living space unfolds from the entrance hallway, with the jewel in The Draper’s crown being the extensive open-plan kitchen, dining and family area , which has been masterfully zoned to create dedicated spaces for each purpose whilst ensuring that light, conversation and movement can freely flow.

The kitchen is well-equipped , with plentiful surface space, including an island with breakfast bar that family and friends will love to gather around to chat, cook and enjoy a drink together.

The dining area easily accommodates a substantial dining table, and French doors open onto the rear garden to extend the living space and invite the sunshine in.

In the spacious and versatile family area, there is a second set of French doors to the garden, which open up the room even further and add an element of the indoor-outdoor lifestyle that contemporary families covet.

The kitchen has an adjoining utility room that has doors to the outside and into the garage, making laundry days and home maintenance more efficient and helping to keep your home well-organised.

A storage cupboard in the dining area is useful for hiding away coats, shoes and unsightly appliances, or could be used as a pantry to maximise kitchen space.

At the front of the home is the separate, formal living room , which has an attractive bay window This room also could serve a multitude of purposes, from a cosy family cinema to a games room or playroom, or a dedicated space with a home bar for entertaining.

The cloakroom is conveniently located just across the hallway.

Upstairs are all five bedrooms, four of which are double , and three have en suites Bedroom 1 is the master suite, with an enviable dressing area that has designated wardrobe spaces, and leads into the en-suite shower room Bedrooms 2 and 3 both also benefit from their own en-suite shower rooms , making them ideal for older children or teenagers who would like a greater level of privacy or independence in their home, or alternatively one could be reserved as a luxurious guest bedroom.

The family bathroom serves bedroom 4, and bedroom 5, which is well-suited to use as a nursery, home office, gym, or craft room.

The finishing touch to the first floor is a good-sized storage cupboard on the landing, a welcome feature for keeping the family’s towels and bed linens within easy reach.

Additional information Estate Management Charge: None Annual service charge: None Council tax band: Tbc Tenure: Freehold Predicted EPC rating: Tbc Predicted completion window: Tbc The additional information provided for council tax, service charges and ground rents (where applicable) is only an estimation.

Please check with your Sales Advisor for more specific details. About the Development Live among the rural charm of Ratby, a desirable village on the outskirts of Leicester.

Just a 20-minute drive from the bustling cityscape and with green spaces on the doorstep, our energy-efficient 2,3,4 and 5-bedroom homes are ideal for a range of buyers, including first-time buyers, downsizers and commuters.

Register your interest of our properties in Ratby today! Why Buy With Bellway? At Bellway we have always built attractive and desirable new homes.

That's why we've become one of the five largest builders in Britain. But now there's even more reason to choose a Bellway home.

To make the whole process of selling and buying easier, we've put together a range of services to make your move as hassle free as possible.

Express Mover "We have a home to sell" Sell your home quicker with no estate agent fees. ^ Our Intermediate Management Agent will work with a local estate agent to market your home at an agreed price.

You could soon be moving into your new dream home, start your journey with us today. Low-cost mortgage Looking for a low-cost mortgage solution?

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Express Mover and Part Exchange scheme offers are subject to status, availability and eligibility. Bellway reserve the right to refuse a Part Exchange. Any promoted offer is subject to contract.

10-year NHBC Buildmark policy.

This includes deposit protection from exchange of contracts, a two-year builder warranty from legal completion, and then eight years of structural defects insurance cover.* About Echelon Live among the rural charm of Ratby, a desirable village on the outskirts of Leicester.

Just a 20-minute drive from the bustling cityscape and with green spaces on the doorstep, our energy-efficient 2,3,4 and 5-bedroom homes are ideal for a range of buyers, including first-time buyers, downsizers and commuters.

Leisure These new homes in Ratby are surrounded by nature. Reach the peaceful landscapes of Burroughs Wood, Old Hayes Wood, Martinshaw Wood, and Sheet Hedges Wood in just five minutes.

Bradgate Park is a local treasure, with 50 acres of green open space and woodland to enjoy, and even fun events.

Balance this with more energetic leisure, much of which is a few minutes' away in the car. Play casual games at Desford Lawn Tennis Club or join their dedicated team.

For something different, let off steam at Delta Force Paintball, Marina Park bmx track, or take the family to 360 Play, an exciting indoor play centre.

Have more family-friendly fun at Twycross Zoo, 30 minutes' drive from home. Be 20 minutes' drive from Leicester. Soak up the city's culture at museums, art galleries, and theatres.

With rock climbing, a cinema, sports centre, stadium, several popular parks, and the botanical gardens, there's plenty to keep you entertained.

Visits to the National Space Centre are also a popular pastime. Education You'll be moving to an area with a fantastic range of schools.

Bluebells Nursery is just down the road, perfect for families taking the first steps into education.

For those with primary-aged children, the school drop-off is simple, with Ratby Primary School just a short walk away.

Kirby Muxloe Primary School and Lady Jane Grey Primary School are also close by, each being under two miles away.

For secondary education, Brookvale Groby Learning Campus is just over a mile away, with Bosworth Academy a five-minute drive away.

There are several schools reachable in around 10-minutes' drive, including the Winstanley School, Brockington College, and Beaumont Leys School.

For further education, reach Beauchamp City Sixth Form and The Hinchley School in just 20 minutes when driving, with the Bosworth Academy and Brookvale Grosby Learning Campus offering a sixth form campus.

Learn at a higher level at the area's universities, including The University of Leicester, De Montfort University, Loughborough University, Coventry University, and the five universities in Birmingham.

Shopping Be a four-minute walk away from Ratby's high street. Here, enjoy the convenient grocery store and parcel lockers, a post office, doctors', and chemist.

For a wider range of shopping needs, there are several retail parks a short 10-minute drive away, including Beaumont Shopping Centre and Abbey Retail Park.

Get the "big shop" done at one of the many superstores nearby, many of which are also a 10-minute drive away.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the local pubs, with one just six minutes away on foot, or treat yourself to a weekend takeaway from one of the several in the village.

Leicester is a convenient 16-minute drive away from our Ratby new builds, brimming with city-centre shopping and delicious dining.

From cafes and restaurants to pubs and bars, tick off the shopping list at one of the many retailers lining the streets and Leicester's two shopping centres.

Transport Getting from A to B is easy at these Leicester new builds. Get onto the M1 and A46 in 10 minutes, with the M40 just 20 minutes out.

Be around 45 minutes from Nottingham, Birmingham, Northampton, and Coventry, or effortlessly reach the neighbouring towns and villages in the car, like Markfield and Newtown Linford.

A five-minute stroll leads to St Margaret's bus stop, where you can reach Leicester in just 40 minutes.

Leicester has two bus stations, Haymarket and St Margaret's, which offer trips to London Victoria, Derby, Loughborough, and Gatwick Airport, among others.

Plus, travel around the local area couldn't be easier, as there is to be a bus stop outside the development. Hop on a train at Narborough's station for local travel, just 15 minutes away in the car.

If you're travelling further afield, head to Leicester Railway Station seven-and-a-half miles away for direct routes across the country.

Jet off across the globe from East Midlands Airport, just half an hour's drive away.

Opening Hours Monday 10:00 - 17:00 Tuesday closed Wednesday closed Thursday 10:00 - 17:00 Friday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Directions Benefit from Echelon's fantastic location, situated on the outskirts of Leicester and close to the ever-popular villages of Markfield and Newton Linford.

With convenient access to the M1, A50, and A46, getting around the local area - and beyond - is easy.

Residents aren't far from useful amenities, with a newly opened doctors' practice and dentist nearby and a well-stocked village high street.

This development falls under the administration of Leicestershire County Council.