Welcome to 1 Marston Drive, Leicester, a cozy and compact semi-detached type home with 3 bed in the LE6 0DY area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band C.
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £312,787 and a rental potential of £2,033 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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"***BEST AND FINAL OFFERS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON WEDNESDAY 2ND MAY BY 10AM*** Occupying a large plot, this extended, traditionally styled, double bay fronted, semi-detached house requires some modernisation but benefits from part UPVC double glazed, gas centrally heated accommodation including a recessed porch, entrance hall, lounge\dining room, extended sun room or additional reception room, kitchen, three first floor bedrooms and family bathroom, together with a block paved driveway providing off-road parking, detached single garage and long, lawned rear garden with patio area, situated in this favoured west Leicestershire village. EPC E. NO CHAIN.
GENERAL INFORMATION: The sought-after village of Groby is located just outside the Leicester City boundary, to the north-west, and is well known for its popularity in terms of convenience for ease of access to the afore-mentioned centre of employment and all the excellent amenities therein, as well as the market towns of Hinckley, Market Bosworth, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Coalville, Loughborough and Melton Mowbray, the East Midlands International Airport at Castle Donington, the A46 Western By-Pass which links Groby with Nottingham in the north and Junction 21 of the M1\M69\M42 major road network in the west for travel north, south and west, and the adjoining Charnwood and New National Forests with their many scenic country walks and golf courses. Groby offers a good range of local amenities including shopping for day-to-day needs, schooling for all ages, a wide variety of recreational amenities including the nearby Martinshaw Wood, Groby Pool and Bradgate Park, excellent golf courses at Rothley, Lingdale, Kirby Muxloe and Botcheston, and regular bus services to the Leicester City centre. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Situated in this favoured west Leicestershire village, this traditionally styled, double bay fronted, semi-detached house requires some modernisation and up-dating but offers family sized accommodation briefly comprising recessed porch, entrance hall, lounge\dining room, kitchen and an extended sun room. To the first floor are three bedrooms and bathroom with three-piece coloured suite. The property occupies a deep plot with a long rear garden laid mainly to lawn, together with ample off-road parking and detached single garage. This extended property offers gas centrally heated, part UPVC double glazed accommodation set out over two floors, as described below:- DETAILED ACCOMMODATION ON THE GROUND FLOOR: RECESSED PORCH Access through original 1930's style hardwood front entrance door with decorative obscure glazed leaded units and matching side panels to: ENTRANCE HALL With UPVC double obscure glazed window to side aspect, central heating radiator, telephone point, picture rail to walls, ceiling light point and staircase rising off to first floor with built-in cupboard below housing wall-mounted electric fuse board and gas meter. Also with additional understairs storage cupboard having ceiling light point and UPVC double glazed window to side aspect. The hall provides access to the lounge, dining room and kitchen. LOUNGE\DINING ROOM 27'4 max. (combined measurement), comprising: LOUNGE AREA 14'1 x 12'0 (4.29m x 3.66m) With UPVC double glazed five sectional bay window to front elevation, stone built fireplace with inset gas fire extending into side display plinths with t.v. point, central heating radiator and ceiling light point. Hardwood framed obscure glazed French doors to: DINING ROOM AREA 12'0 x 12'5 (3.66m x 3.78m) With central heating radiator, stone built fireplace with inset gas fire extending into side display plinths to either side, ceiling light point and access through aluminium framed single glazed patio doors to: KITCHEN 6'10 x 9'0 (2.08m x 2.74m) With matching range of base and wall-mounted cupboard and drawer storage units with rolled edge worktops incorporating single bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit, space and plumbing for washing machine, tiled splashbacks and UPVC double glazed window to side aspect over. Appliances include a built-in single electric oven and space for refrigerator. Also with ceramic tiled floor, central heating radiator, part tiled walls, ceiling light point and wall-mounted gas fired central heating boiler also supplying domestic hot water. Original 1930's style hardwood framed part glazed door to: EXTENDED SUN ROOM OR ADDITIONAL RECEPTION ROOM, with laminate wood effect flooring, exposed brick feature wall, range of base units with rolled edge work surfaces, central heating radiator, t.v. point, two ceiling light points, hardwood external door to side and aluminium framed double glazed patio door to rear fitted with roller blinds opening onto rear garden terrace. ON THE FIRST FLOOR: STAIRCASE AND LANDING with ceiling light point and UPVC double glazed part obscure window to side aspect. The landing provides access to all first floor rooms. BEDROOM 1 14'1 x 12'1 (4.29m x 3.68m) With UPVC double glazed five sectional bay window to front elevation, central heating radiator and ceiling light point. BEDROOM 2 12'5 x 9'7 (3.78m x 2.92m) (to fitted wardrobes), with UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation, central heating radiator, picture rail to walls, ceiling light point and range of built-in furniture comprising fitted wardrobes with over cupboards and inset dressing table unit with two drawers and mirror over. BEDROOM 3 6'11 x 7'6 (2.11m x 2.29m) With UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, central heating radiator and ceiling light point. BATHROOM 6'11 x 8'6 (2.11m x 2.59m) With matching three-piece coloured suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin, low level w.c. and panelled bath with tiled surround and shower unit incorporating flexi hose to sliding track, together with shower curtain and rail. Also with part tiled walls, central heating radiator, UPVC double obscure glazed rear window, ceiling light point, loft access and built-in shelved airing cupboard housing lagged hot water cylinder and fitted with electric immersion heater. OUTSIDE: The property is set back from Marston Drive behind a dwarf brick boundary walls with an extensive block paved driveway providing ample off-road parking and leading to a DETACHED SINGLE GARAGE with up-and-over door. There is also a pebbled forecourt area with a mature specimen conifer tree. REAR GARDENS The long, rectangular shaped, rear garden incorporates a paved patio area and is laid mainly laid to lawn with inset specimen conifer tree, side planted borders and a paved pathway leading to the rear of the garden. The gardens are enclosed by perimeter fenced boundaries with gravel boards and concrete posts and benefit from a further patio area with step up to a substantial gravelled area, together with an external security light, timber garden shed and a cold water tap located to the side of the property in front of the garage. SERVICES: All mains services are understood to be available. Hot water for central heating and domestic purposes is gas fired and ample electric power points are fitted throughout the property which has a combination of UPVC, hardwood framed and aluminium framed glazed units and benefits from a security alarm system. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: All fixtures and fittings mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale. VIEWING: Strictly through Moore & York Ltd., who will be pleased to supply any further information required and arrange appropriate appointments. FLOOR PLANS: Purchasers should note that if a floor plan is included within property particulars it is intended to show the relationship between rooms and does not reflect exact dimensions or indeed seek to exactly replicate the layout of the property. Floor plans are produced for guidance only and are not to scale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves of matters of importance by inspection or advice from their Surveyor or Solicitor. MAKING AN OFFER: As part of our service to our Vendors, we have a responsibility to ensure that all potential buyers are in a position to proceed with any offer they make and would therefore ask any potential purchaser to speak with our Mortgage Advisor to discuss and establish how they intend to fund their purchase. Additionally, we can offer Independent Financial Advice and are able to source mortgages from the whole of the market, helping you secure the best possible deal and potentially saving you money. If you are making a cash offer, we will ask you to confirm the source and availability of your funds in order to present your offer in the best possible light to our Vendor. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Although we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of property details we have not tested any services, heating, plumbing, equipment or apparatus, fixtures or fittings and no guarantee can be given or implied that they are connected, in working order or fit for purpose. We may not have had sight of legal documentation confirming tenure or other details and any references made are based upon information supplied in good faith by the Vendor. Please would you contact Moore & York to check the availability of any property and make a viewing appointment via ourselves before embarking on any journey to see a property to avoid disappointment. Directions Proceed out of the Leicester City centre in a north-westerly direction along the old A50 Groby Road, continuing through Glenfield into Groby and upon reaching the intersection with the A46 Western By-Pass, take the first exit left towards Groby village centre. Continue over the A46 Western By-Pass and at the mini-roundabout, take the second exit which is effectively straight on into Groby. Proceed up Leicester Road which is a dual carriageway and Marston Drive is the second turning on the left where the property can be identified by the agents for sale board. 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