Desford Lane, Ratby, LE6 0LF

Plot 218 (The Philosopher) - priced at £509,950 About the Home The Philosopher is a 4-bedroom home, thoughtfully designed to meet the practical needs of contemporary family lifestyles.

There is a carefully-considered balance between shared, social areas and private space , an appealing feature for families with older children and teenagers, or with members regularly working from home The home’s focal point is its open-plan kitchen, dining and family area , a substantial and informal space that will bring the household together to cook, eat and relax.

French doors in the dining area open onto the rear garden, a welcome design touch for sunny summer days, and there is plenty of space within the layout for a large dining table, plus a sofa or two to create an inviting snug.

A separate utility room leads off the kitchen, providing a dedicated space for laundry, and keeping cleaning products and equipment organised.

The utility room also has a door to the outside, convenient for laundry days, or for taking care of muddy dog paws after a walk.

The cosy yet bright living room is situated at the front of the home, and across the hallway is the study, which will make a peaceful home office The cloakroom is also conveniently accessible from the hallway, as is the understairs storage cupboard, useful for coats, shoes and keeping bulky appliances out of sight.

Upstairs are all four bedrooms, the first of which benefits from an en-suite shower room Bedrooms 2 and 3 are also double in size, and along with bedroom 4, share use of the family bathroom The fourth bedroom would be ideal for a nursery or younger child, or to be used as an occasional guest bedroom.

Completing the first floor is a storage cupboard on the landing, which will come in handy for the household’s towels and bed linens.

Additional information Estate Management Charge: £185.40 Total internal floor area: 1489 sq ft Annual service charge: None Council tax band: Tbc Tenure: Freehold Predicted EPC rating: A Predicted completion window: Winter 2027 The additional information provided for council tax, service charges and ground rents (where applicable) is only an estimation.

Please check with your Sales Advisor for more specific details. About the Development Live among the rural charm of Ratby, a desirable village on the outskirts of Leicester.

Just a 20-minute drive from the bustling cityscape and with green spaces on the doorstep, our energy-efficient 2,3,4 and 5-bedroom homes are ideal for a range of buyers, including first-time buyers, downsizers and commuters.

Register your interest of our properties in Ratby today! Why Buy With Bellway? At Bellway we have always built attractive and desirable new homes.

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10-year NHBC Buildmark policy.

This includes deposit protection from exchange of contracts, a two-year builder warranty from legal completion, and then eight years of structural defects insurance cover.* About Echelon Live among the rural charm of Ratby, a desirable village on the outskirts of Leicester.

Just a 20-minute drive from the bustling cityscape and with green spaces on the doorstep, our energy-efficient 2,3,4 and 5-bedroom homes are ideal for a range of buyers, including first-time buyers, downsizers and commuters.

Leisure These new homes in Ratby are surrounded by nature. Reach the peaceful landscapes of Burroughs Wood, Old Hayes Wood, Martinshaw Wood, and Sheet Hedges Wood in just five minutes.

Bradgate Park is a local treasure, with 50 acres of green open space and woodland to enjoy, and even fun events.

Balance this with more energetic leisure, much of which is a few minutes' away in the car. Play casual games at Desford Lawn Tennis Club or join their dedicated team.

For something different, let off steam at Delta Force Paintball, Marina Park bmx track, or take the family to 360 Play, an exciting indoor play centre.

Have more family-friendly fun at Twycross Zoo, 30 minutes' drive from home. Be 20 minutes' drive from Leicester. Soak up the city's culture at museums, art galleries, and theatres.

With rock climbing, a cinema, sports centre, stadium, several popular parks, and the botanical gardens, there's plenty to keep you entertained.

Visits to the National Space Centre are also a popular pastime. Education You'll be moving to an area with a fantastic range of schools.

Bluebells Nursery is just down the road, perfect for families taking the first steps into education.

For those with primary-aged children, the school drop-off is simple, with Ratby Primary School just a short walk away.

Kirby Muxloe Primary School and Lady Jane Grey Primary School are also close by, each being under two miles away.

For secondary education, Brookvale Groby Learning Campus is just over a mile away, with Bosworth Academy a five-minute drive away.

There are several schools reachable in around 10-minutes' drive, including the Winstanley School, Brockington College, and Beaumont Leys School.

For further education, reach Beauchamp City Sixth Form and The Hinchley School in just 20 minutes when driving, with the Bosworth Academy and Brookvale Grosby Learning Campus offering a sixth form campus.

Learn at a higher level at the area's universities, including The University of Leicester, De Montfort University, Loughborough University, Coventry University, and the five universities in Birmingham.

Shopping Be a four-minute walk away from Ratby's high street. Here, enjoy the convenient grocery store and parcel lockers, a post office, doctors', and chemist.

For a wider range of shopping needs, there are several retail parks a short 10-minute drive away, including Beaumont Shopping Centre and Abbey Retail Park.

Get the "big shop" done at one of the many superstores nearby, many of which are also a 10-minute drive away.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the local pubs, with one just six minutes away on foot, or treat yourself to a weekend takeaway from one of the several in the village.

Leicester is a convenient 16-minute drive away from our Ratby new builds, brimming with city-centre shopping and delicious dining.

From cafes and restaurants to pubs and bars, tick off the shopping list at one of the many retailers lining the streets and Leicester's two shopping centres.

Transport Getting from A to B is easy at these Leicester new builds. Get onto the M1 and A46 in 10 minutes, with the M40 just 20 minutes out.

Be around 45 minutes from Nottingham, Birmingham, Northampton, and Coventry, or effortlessly reach the neighbouring towns and villages in the car, like Markfield and Newtown Linford.

A five-minute stroll leads to St Margaret's bus stop, where you can reach Leicester in just 40 minutes.

Leicester has two bus stations, Haymarket and St Margaret's, which offer trips to London Victoria, Derby, Loughborough, and Gatwick Airport, among others.

Plus, travel around the local area couldn't be easier, as there is to be a bus stop outside the development. Hop on a train at Narborough's station for local travel, just 15 minutes away in the car.

If you're travelling further afield, head to Leicester Railway Station seven-and-a-half miles away for direct routes across the country.

Jet off across the globe from East Midlands Airport, just half an hour's drive away.

Opening Hours Monday 10:00 - 17:00 Tuesday closed Wednesday closed Thursday 10:00 - 17:00 Friday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Directions Benefit from Echelon's fantastic location, situated on the outskirts of Leicester and close to the ever-popular villages of Markfield and Newton Linford.

With convenient access to the M1, A50, and A46, getting around the local area - and beyond - is easy.

Residents aren't far from useful amenities, with a newly opened doctors' practice and dentist nearby and a well-stocked village high street.

This development falls under the administration of Leicestershire County Council.