Main Street, Hemington, DE74 2RB

Standing prominently at the heart of the village, Peggs Barn is a fine character home with origins dating back to the 17th century.

Beautifully appointed throughout and worthy of its Grade II listed status, this exceptional five-bedroom family home offers three floors of accommodation extending to 4,449 sq. ft.

The mature grounds, a particular feature of the property, extend to approximately 0.92 acres and have been carefully laid out to take full advantage of the summer sunshine throughout the day.

A gated gravel driveway provides ample parking for numerous vehicles. The farmhouse-style kitchen enjoys a dual aspect and is central to the ground-floor accommodation.

Three reception rooms are complemented by a stunning garden room with a mezzanine level, which opens onto the gardens through French doors.

Boasting a rich blend of architectural styles combined with modern luxuries, this impressive home has been much loved for more than 21 years.

A staircase rises to five bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms arranged across the two upper floors.

To the rear, the south-facing gardens, which are mainly laid to lawn, provide an ideal space for a growing family.

Available with NO CHAIN and priced realistically for a quick sale, early viewing is highly recommended.

Location Hemington and neighbouring Lockington are pretty conservation villages, conveniently located in Northwest Leicestershire close to the border with Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

The village has a pub and primary school, and the surrounding countryside provides scenic walks.

The nearby market town of Castle Donington (1 mile/15 min walk) offers a more comprehensive range of amenities including shops, pubs, restaurants, healthcare and leisure facilities.

Ideal for the commuter, the village is well placed for fast access onto the A50, A38, A42 and M1(J24) with excellent rail and air links available at the nearby East Midlands Parkway and East Midlands Airport.

Distances Leicester 17 miles/Nottingham 10 miles / Derby 8.1 miles / Ashby-de-la-Zouch 9.1 miles / Melbourne 4.6 miles / Loughborough 7.2 miles / Castle Donington 1 mile / East Midlands Parkway 4.6 miles / East Midlands Airport 4.3 miles / M1 (J24) 2.1 miles Ground Floor Approached via a substantial cobbled courtyard providing extensive off-road parking, this impressive character home combines period charm with versatile family accommodation extending over three floors.

Constructed of brick elevations with attractive timber detailing beneath a combination of tiled and thatched roofs, the property benefits from gas-fired central heating and a wealth of original features throughout.

The accommodation is centred around a welcoming reception hall with parquet flooring, a staircase rising to the first floor, access to the cellar, and a cloakroom/W.C.

The principal reception rooms include an elegant drawing room with French doors opening onto the gardens and a feature log-burning stove, a formal dining room with an open fireplace, and a charming snug featuring exposed beams and a further log burner.

At the heart of the home is a open-plan living dining kitchen, fitted with a range of cream Shaker-style units, a central island, and a range cooker, creating an ideal space for both family life and entertaining.

Beyond the kitchen is a useful utility room and an impressive, vaulted games/family room with exposed beams, a mezzanine level, and French doors opening onto the gardens, offering excellent flexibility as a home office, studio, or potential annexe accommodation.

First Floor To the first floor, the landing gives access to a magnificent principal bedroom suite featuring a vaulted ceiling, fitted wardrobes and a spacious en-suite bathroom.

There are two further double bedrooms and a beautifully appointed family bathroom.

Second Floor A second staircase rises to the top floor, where two additional double bedrooms provide ideal accommodation for family members or guests.

Outside The property is approached via electrically operated five-bar gates leading to a generous courtyard and parking area.

A useful adjoining brick outbuilding provides excellent storage for garden equipment and machinery. The established gardens extend to just under an acre and enjoy a high degree of privacy.

Comprising extensive lawns, mature trees, fruit trees, established borders, feature stone walls and natural boundary screening, they provide a delightful setting for family life and outdoor enjoyment.

A large patio area offers an excellent space for outdoor entertaining whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Directions Proceed out of Long Eaton along Tamworth Road and continue through Sawley and to the island at the junction with the A50.

Take the exit signposted towards Hemington and continue into the centre of the village where the property is situated on the right.