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"This magnificent non listed period rectory is set within approx. 1.59 acres of mature, tranquil grounds. The Rectory has undergone significant improvements by the current owners to include a complete new heating system throughout but retaining an abundance of character features throughout. The current owners have had plans drawn up to extend the current lay out to add a superb family kitchen room subject to the correct planning

The Rectory is tucked away on the edge of this highly sought after village of Bruntingthorpe and within walking distance of the heart of the village and the very popular Joiners Arms that is a very short walk from the rear boundary gate.

The Rectory is approached along a long tree lined drive that leads on to a gravelled driveway. you will sense the prevailing privacy this property affords.

The impressive reception hall greets you warmly and offers glimpses at the wealth of character features of this fine family home. To the right is a cosy sitting room snug with wood burning stove. A more formal drawing room to your left and dining room with high ceilings and garden woodland views beyond. The cellar can be accessed from the hall and offers ample storage space across three chambers. Pass the oak staircase and into the boot room which leads to a utility room and guest cloakroom. The kitchen has a range of wall and base units offering ample storage, with integrated appliances including a double oven, dishwasher and hob. There is a handy built in pantry to the side and rear lobby which is useful for coats and boots and gardeners WC and a coal shed.

Upstairs an impressive galleried landing with rooflight leads to the bedrooms. All five bedrooms are doubles and benefit from high ceilings and feature fireplaces. The family bathroom with a white suite comprising bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin. There is one further family bathroom that has been completely refitted by the current owners.

Outside Approached via a private drive the mature grounds of this handsome home extend to approx. 1.59 acres. Lawns wrap the house, one of which, a former lawn tennis court, and offer you and your family ample space to enjoy creating many treasured memories. A timber former stable provides storage space with power and electric car charging point, further gravelled parking tucked out of sight. There is a paved dining terrace to the rear and gated access which leads into the heart of the village from Church Walk.

Location Bruntingthorpe is a popular south Leicestershire village flanked by some of Leicestershire s most attractive rolling countryside. The village itself offers a parish church, pub, restaurant, garage and further shopping facilities can found in the nearby towns of Lutterworth, Market Harborough and Leicester. For the commuter the M1 is accessible at Junction 20, the A14 lies to the south, and mainline rail services are available at both Market Harborough and Leicester. Market Harborough lies twelve miles east of Bruntingthorpe and is a charming market town offering a variety of individual shops, boutiques, and restaurants. The mainline rail link to London St. Pancras can be reached in little over an hour. Schooling is well catered for within the area with local primary schools in the nearby villages of Arnesby, Gilmorton and Fleckney.

Directional Note Proceed out of Market Harborough along the A4304 passing through the village of Lubenham. Continue along the A4304, passing through Theddingworth towards Husbands Bosworth. In Husbands Bosworth take a right hand turn into Berridges Lane which becomes the A5199 Leicester Road and in turn Welford Road heading towards the Shearsby Crossroads. At the crossroads turn left as signposted to Bruntingthorpe. Turn left into Bruntingthorpe Road where the driveway to the property can be found approx. 200yds on the right hand side.

TENURE Freehold
LOCAL AUTHORITY Harborough District Council
TAX BAND G"