32, The Green, Great Bowden, Market Harborough, LE16 7EU

Occupying a prime position on The Green in the heart of the highly sought-after village of Great Bowden, 32 The Green is a beautifully restored Grade II Listed cottage that seamlessly combines historic character with contemporary family living.

Rich in period charm, the property showcases an abundance of original features including exposed beams, timbers and an impressive inglenook-style fireplace, whilst benefitting from thoughtfully updated accommodation over three floors.

The delightful cottage gardens to both the front and rear provide an idyllic setting, creating a rare opportunity to acquire a quintessential village home in one of south Leicestershire's most desired village locations.

Accommodation - Throughout the property, the careful restoration and sympathetic updating have preserved the building's historic integrity whilst creating a home ideally suited to modern living.

The property is entered into a stunning reception room.

This principal reception room is a superb open-plan sitting and dining room, where exposed ceiling beams, structural timbers and a striking brick fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Offering excellent versatility, this substantial room provides clearly defined areas for both relaxation and entertaining whilst maintaining an open and sociable feel.

Large windows frame attractive views across the front gardens and flood the interior with natural light.

Beyond the reception room lies a beautifully fitted breakfast kitchen, designed in a classic style with an extensive range of cabinetry.

The kitchen serves as a practical and sociable hub of the home, whilst maintaining the property's period character. Situated off the kitchen is a utility room, and in turn a guest WC and boot room.

An excellent sized dining room/home office provides access to a garden room which completes the ground floor accommodation and enjoys direct access to, and views of, the beautiful rear cottage garden.

The first floor provides two generous double bedrooms with attractive period features and views over the surrounding village, plus a third double guest bedroom.

The principal bedroom benefits from fitted storage. A staircase rises to the second floor where an attic room is currently used as a gym.

Outside - One of the property's most exceptional features is its enchanting stone and thatch frontage overlooking The Green.

A beautifully established cottage garden provides a wonderful first impression, with winding pathways bordered by an abundance of mature planting, colourful herbaceous borders and seasonal interest throughout the year.

The garden perfectly complements the character of the cottage and creates a beautiful frame to the village green beyond.

The landscaped rear garden has been thoughtfully designed to offer a series of distinct outdoor spaces.

A paved terrace immediately adjoining the property provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, whilst areas of lawn, gravel pathways, mature planting and well-stocked borders create a private and tranquil environment.

A timber garden store and sheltered seating areas further enhance the usability of the space, making it a delightful extension of the accommodation and a wonderful setting in which to enjoy village life.

The Thatch - The ridge of the thatched roof is being replaced, and the rest of the roof is having an overhaul. Scheduled for Summer 2026.

Location - Great Bowden is a thriving village lying approximately one mile outside of Market Harborough, an extremely attractive market town offering niche shopping, leisure and sporting amenities in addition to mainline railway networks to London St.

Pancras in under an hour, Leicester and Nottingham, 15 and 40 minutes’ respectively. There are exceptional road communications to the M1, A14 and the M6, with Birmingham within an hour’s drive.

The village itself has a lively community with a store and post office, coffee shop, tearoom /deli, popular public house, primary school and parish church, and is situated amongst some of the County's finest countryside.

Property Information - Tenure: Freehold Local Authority: Harborough District Council Tax Band: E Listed Status: Grade II Listed. Listing Number 1074452.

Built: 1726 Conservation Area: Yes, Great Bowden Conservation Area Services: The property is offered to the market with all mains services and gas-fired central heating Meters: Gas and Electric smart meters, plus a water meter Loft: Boarded, insulated with lighting Broadband delivered to the property: FTTP (451 mbps) Non-standard construction: Believed to be of standard construction with a thatched roof Wayleaves, Rights of Way & Covenants: Yes Flooding issues in the last 5 years: No Accessibility: Three storey dwelling.

No modifications for accessibility Planning issues: None declared by our clients Planning local to property: Neighbour at 33 has planning consent for the erection of a timber garden room and the creation of a single parking space to the front garden with EV charger.

Ref. No: 26/00107/FUL Satnav Information - The property’s postcode is LE16 7EU, and house number 32.

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