2-bedroom house · LE9 9GR
For saleListed 167 days
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About
Situated within the sought-after village of Desford and having no upward chain, this generously proportioned two/three bedroom detached cottage offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a character home requiring some modernisation and improvement in a popular community setting.
The village is well regarded for its welcoming atmosphere and provides a range of everyday amenities including local shops, public houses, schooling, and access to attractive countryside walks.
Convenient transport connections to nearby towns and the city make the property particularly appealing for commuters seeking a balance between rural living and accessibility.
The property provides versatile accommodation with scope for personalisation, making it an ideal choice for buyers looking to create a comfortable home in a peaceful yet well-connected location.
The accommodation is gas centrally heated and arranged over two floors.
To the ground floor, the property briefly comprises a lounge featuring an open fireplace, a separate dining room, a fitted kitchen, utility area, cloakroom/WC, and a lean-to with access to the rear garden.
To the first floor, there is a principal bedroom with an adjoining dressing room/nursery/potential third bedroom, a further double bedroom, and a shower room.
Externally, the property benefits from a cottage-style rear garden along with a useful outbuilding.
The home is offered to the market with no onward chain , and internal viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the accommodation and potential on offer.
Please note that with all properties, we do not guarantee the existence of building regulation certification or planning permission with regard to any extensions or alterations carried out, particularly where such extensions and alterations are historic.
Potential purchasers should seek legal advice from their chosen conveyancer in this respect. EPC Rating: E
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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