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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · LE65 1UZ
For saleReduced £175k (−15.2%) on 11 AugListed 224 days
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Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Packington, this charming Old Vicarage is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished period property set within approximately 0.69 acres Ground floor • A welcoming reception hall with double doors opens into a characterful, central reception room which includes a wood burning stove with stone surround.
From here, the kitchen and hallway are accessed • A traditional country kitchen includes plenty of storage and an island, with integrated appliances such as a Rayburn stove and a companion oven.
A bespoke dining area is built into the bay window, and a secondary staircase rises to the first floor principal bedroom • Three further reception rooms include a dining room, sitting room and drawing room, all with open fires and views overlooking the surrounding gardens • A rear hallway provides access to the two bay cellar with wine storage, a utility room and a guest cloakroom.
There is also an integral door leading to the garage First floor • A double height atrium on the first floor fills the first floor landing with natural light • The principal bedroom benefits from it’s own private staircase, but can also be accessed through another bedroom on the first floor.
There is a four piece ensuite and built in wardrobes • Four further bedrooms, one of which has it’s own ensuite bathroom and a family bathroom Gardens and grounds • A sweeping pea gravel driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles • The gardens enjoys a private, peaceful and traditional setting in keeping with the character of the Old Vicarage, with expansive lawns framed by mature trees and well-established hedgerows.
Thoughtfully planted shrubs add gentle structure and colour, creating a quietly elegant outdoor space that complements the period charm of the house • A paved area leads to a large double garage Situation Packington is a quintessential English village, boasting a well-regarded primary school, traditional pub, village hall, and an active local community.
The nearby market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch (approximately 2 miles away) provides a wide range of amenities including boutique shops, cafes, restaurants, and reputable secondary schools.
Independent schools in the area include; Twycross House School, Dixie Grammar School and Repton School.
The property is ideally situated with excellent access to the A42 and M1, offering direct links to Birmingham, Leicester, Derby, and Nottingham.
East Midlands Airport is also within easy reach, making the location ideal for both business and leisure travel.
Fixtures and fittings All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.
Services Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 43 Mbps (data taken from on 10/07/2025).
Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 10/07/2025).
Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.
Tenure & Method of sale The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
The property is offered for sale by private treaty method however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.
Local Authority North West Leicestershire Council Tax Band H Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Plans and boundaries The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed.
The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership.
Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof. Restrictive Covenants The property is being sold subject to pre-existing covenants.
Note The property is not Grade II Listed, but is situated in a Conservation area. The property forms part of a broader title and will need to be extracted via a Transfer of Part.
Viewings Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP. Directions Postcode – LE65 1UZ what3words – ///courts.barmaid.fells
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