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" A CHARMING TWO BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED COUNTRY COTTAGE OF IMMENSE CHARACTER. Occupying a wonderful position within the heart of the village overlooking the Methodist church is this wonderful two bedroom extended semi-detached cottage which has undergone a comprehensive improvement and renovation programme by the current occupiers to the highest of standards. The vendors have been careful to reflect the period integrity with revealed ceiling beams and is further complemented by an efficient gas fired central heating system, oak wood flooring to the ground floor, extended kitchen with shaker style units and cloakroom w/c. To the first floor are two good sized double bedrooms and a refitted bathroom with four piece suite. Externally the property enjoys an attractive external facade, landscaped low maintenance side garden ideal for entertaining and off road parking for up to two vehicles.

LOCATION Blackfordby is a small village that lies approximately a mile northwest of Ashby de la Zouch. A footpath connects the two which is approximately a 25 minute walk. The village boasts an award winning village hall and two public houses. It has a small park which is well kept and donated to the villagers in 1894. There has been a 'settlement by the black ford' since the 9th century when the Danes sailed up the River Trent and occupied much of this area. It is mentioned in the Leicestershire survey of 1125 and there has almost certainly been a church in Blackfordby since the 11th Century. GROUND FLOOR ENTANCE HALL Approached via a stable door and has solid oak wood flooring, radiator, half height timber panelling, access to the loft space, display shelving and useful built in cloaks cupboard. CLOAKROOM Having a refitted and stylish two piece suite in white including a low flush w/c with dual flush, bowl sink on a timber plinth with mixer tap, radiator and wall mounted gas fired Ideal central heating boiler. EXTENDED KITCHEN 8' x 10' (2.44m x 3.05m) Extended by the current occupiers and has a stylish and contemporary finish with shaker style units and briefly comprises; deep Belfast sink with mixer tap, adjacent solid wood work top preparation surfaces incorporating a Range combination oven, base cupboard and drawer units with soft closing drawers, integrated pull out brushed stainless steel fridge and freezer, integrated double Fisher Paykel dishwasher, matching wall mounted storage cupboards, complementary wall and floor tiling, radiator, towel rail, extractor fan and multi-pane windows to the front and side elevations. LOUNGE 12' x 13'2 (3.66m x 4.01m) A cosy sitting room characterised by the feature brick fireplace with inset multi-fuel stove, solid oak wood flooring, radiator, half height timber panelling, revealed ceiling beams, multi-pane window to the front elevation and access leading through to; DINING ROOM 8'10 x 10'1 (2.69m x 3.07m) With a continuation of the oak wood flooring, revealed beamed ceiling, feature wall mounted ribbon flame electric fire, useful understairs storage recess, exposed wall beams, radiator, multi-pane window to the front elevation and staircase rising to the first floor. FIRST FLOOR LANDING With exposed wall beams. MASTER BEDROOM 12' x 13'2 (3.66m x 4.01m) A spacious master bedroom with a high vaulted ceiling, full width built in wardrobes (available by separate negotiation), radiator, exposed wall beams, multi-pane window to the front and access through to; BATHROOM 8'1 x 10'2 (2.46m x 3.10m) Enjoying a stylish and contemporary four piece suite in white with Jacuzzi bath, mixer tap and shower attachment, enclosed shower cubicle with body jets, w/c with dual flush, stylish bowl sink with mixer tap on a timber plinth, recessed down lights, radiator and access to the loft space. BEDROOM TWO 8'10 x 10' (2.69m x 3.05m) With radiator, useful storage loft and multi-pane window to the front. OUTSIDE The property occupies a prime position within the heart of the village situated opposite the Methodist church and is on an elevated plot behind a stone retaining wall and screening hedge. The property has an attractive external facade and has external parking for up to two vehicles. There is a low maintenance side garden with a sunny aspect and a high degree of privacy, paved and decked areas ideal for outdoor entertaining, pathway leading to the front door, external light and water tap. COUNCIL TAX BAND The local authority have advised us that the property is in Council Tax Band B. Prospective purchasers are advised to confirm this. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. "