2-bedroom house · LE7 1GQ
For saleListed 141 days
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About
Location High Street in Syston is a fantastic place to live, offering the perfect blend of convenience, community and character.
With a wide range of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities right on the doorstep, it provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere ideal for modern living.
Excellent transport links, nearby schools and easy access to Leicester and surrounding villages make it a highly practical location for commuters and families alike.
It's a place where everything you need is within easy reach, creating a truly enjoyable and well connected setting to call home.
Ground floor The property is accessed via a shared entrance hallway, leading into this charming cottage where character and contemporary styling combine beautifully.
Upon entering, attractive wooden flooring flows throughout the ground floor, creating a warm and welcoming feel, while a practical area provides space for coats and shoes.
The lounge is a superb reception space, showcasing an abundance of original features including exposed ceiling beams and a striking period opening with a substantial timber beam above, offering an attractive glimpse through to the kitchen beyond.
A feature fireplace forms the focal point of the room, housing a log-burning stove set upon a brick-tiled hearth with a matching brick surround and timber mantel.
Illuminated alcoves sit to either side, providing the perfect space for decorative displays.
Spotlights complement the character of the room, while a window to the front elevation allows natural light to flood in.
Flowing seamlessly from the lounge is the impressive kitchen diner, where further exposed beams continue the cottage's charm.
Fitted with a comprehensive range of cream base units and a matching central island incorporating a breakfast bar, the kitchen is both stylish and functional.
Solid wooden work surfaces are complemented by a Belfast sink and neutral tiled splashbacks. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, with additional space and plumbing for a washing machine.
A charming brick inglenook-style alcove houses the range cooker and extractor fan, creating a wonderful focal point while enhancing the property's character.
Offering ample storage and generous dining space, the kitchen is perfectly suited to modern family living and entertaining.
French doors provide direct access to the private rear garden, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the beautifully appointed family bathroom.
Continuing the property's blend of character and contemporary styling, classic timber internal doors feature throughout the cottage, enhancing its traditional charm.
The bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a vanity wash hand basin with tiled splashback, low-level WC and a striking freestanding oval bath with a centrally positioned bath-mounted tap, creating a luxurious focal point.
Attractive grey wood-effect flooring complements the space, while two recessed square alcoves with integrated spotlights provide both practical storage and an elegant design feature.
First floor A staircase rises from the ground floor to the first-floor landing, where soft light grey carpeting continues throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Characterful exposed beams accompany you upstairs, while the landing itself features a charming sloping ceiling and recessed spotlights, further enhancing the cottage's unique appeal.
Bedroom Two is an exceptionally spacious double bedroom positioned to the front of the property.
Boasting impressive ceiling heights and characterful sloping ceilings to the sides, this light and airy room offers ample space for a range of bedroom furnishings.
Spotlights throughout provide modern convenience while complementing the room's period charm. The principal bedroom is equally generous in size and enjoys a front-facing aspect.
A striking panelled feature wall creates an attractive focal point, while fitted cupboards cleverly utilise the space within the sloping eaves, providing excellent storage.
This beautifully presented double bedroom offers a perfect retreat at the end of the day.
Outside To the rear of the property is a beautifully maintained and private garden, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat.
Immediately adjoining the property is a paved patio area, ideal for outdoor seating and entertaining, with the remainder of the garden predominantly laid to lawn, providing a generous and versatile outdoor space.
The garden is well enclosed, enhancing the sense of privacy, and enjoys a pleasant, open feel.
A particularly useful feature is the rear access leading directly onto the driveway, conveniently positioned at the back of the property, offering ease of access and practicality for everyday use.
Services All mains' services are available and connected. Local authority Charnwood Borough Council. Council Tax Band C.
Please note We must inform all prospective purchasers that the measurements are taken by an electronic tape and are provided as a guide only and they should not be used as accurate measurements.
We have not evaluated any mains services, gas or electric appliances, or fixtures and fittings mentioned in these details, therefore, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves before committing to purchase.
Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise to the correctness of the statements contained in these particulars.
Creightons Estate Agents (nor any person in their employment) has any authority to make any representation or warranty in relation to the property.
The floor plans are not to scale and are intended for use as a guide to the layout of the property only. They should not be used for any other purpose.
Similarly, the plans are not designed to represent the actual décor found at the property in respect of flooring, wall coverings or fixtures and fittings.
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