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" A delightful 19th Century 4 bedroomed detached cottage of immense charm and character with a spectacular extension to the rear housing a luxury indoor heated swimming pool, large studio, gymnasium and 27'0 garden room overlooking landscaped walled gardens lying adjacent to the church in the popular village of Kimcote. EPC Rating D

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Church Cottage comprises a charming 4 bedroomed 19th Century country cottage of character, stylishly extended in the form of a spectacular indoor heated swimming pool with adjoining gymnasium, sauna, changing/shower rooms, together with an impressive first floor studio room approached via a spiral staircase.
Another feature of this highly deceptive family residence is the walled rear courtyard with a substantially glazed wooden framed garden room, which opens onto the beautifully landscaped garden with high walled surrounds to two elevations, enjoying views to the rear of the historic village church.
The versatile and exceptionally spacious cottage is beautifully appointed throughout, and includes three reception rooms, a large living kitchen, 4 excellent bedrooms and three bathrooms. Lapsed planning permission had also been granted in the past for an extension to the side of the cottage. LOCATION The picturesque village of Kimcote is surrounded by some of south Leicestershire's most attractive open countryside and has a fine parish church. The nearby village of Gilmorton has a reputable primary school, village shop and public house with more comprehensive shopping and supermarket facilities in the nearby centres of Market Harborough, Leicester and Lutterworth. For the commuter, both Market Harborough and Leicester have mainline rail services to London St Pancras with its new Eurostar link, the M1 is accessible at junctions 20 or 21, and the A14 lies to the south. VIEWINGS AND DIRECTIONS Viewings should be arranged through the agents Andrew Granger & Company on 01858-431315. From Market Harborough, proceed westbound via the A4304 towards Lutterworth, continuing through Lubenham, Theddingworth, Husbands Bosworth and North Kilworth. After approximately ? mile beyond North Kilworth, turn right as signposted to Kimcote, and on entering the village, the property is located on the right hand side adjacent to the village church. ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL With the benefit of oil fired central heating, wooden framed double glazed windows and a security alarm, the well presented accommodation comprises GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE HALL Oak panelled entrance door with glazed inset, four double glazed windows, black and red tiled floor, meter cupboard, wall light points, radiator. CLOAKROOM/W.C. Quality white suite comprising wash hand basin, low flush w.c, tiled floor and extractor fan. LOUNGE 6.45m(21'2'') x 3.96m(13'0'') Ornate stone fireplace with open grate, stone hearth, double glazed windows to front and rear, two radiators, wall light points, T.V. aerial socket. SITTING ROOM 5.64m(18'6'') x 3.96m(13'0'') max. Oak strip flooring, oak skirting boards and architraves, double glazed window to front with wooden shutter blinds, cast iron burner within fireplace recess with oak surround and mantle, radiator, wall light points, dimmer switch. LIVING KITCHEN 8.23m(27'0'') x 3.10m(10'2'') and 6.09m(20'0) x 2.21m(7'3)
An exceptionally spacious and luxuriously appointed living kitchen with marble tiled floor, beamed ceiling, extensive range of handmade built-in units comprising base and wall cupboards, several drawers, wine rack, granite working surfaces with ceramic tiled surrounds, white deep glazed Belfast sink with mixer tap over, integral dishwasher, oil fired Aga within brick recess having two ovens and two chromed hot plates, central island with contemporary wood veneer fronted base cupboards beneath a large working surface with Smeg four ring gas hob unit, stylish stainless steel fronted and glass extractor hood over, Smeg stainless steel fronted oven and grill beneath, further range of base cupboards, tall pull out larder cupboard, wicker basket drawers, spice drawers, display shelving and space for American style fridge.
LIVING KITCHEN DINING AREA With matching marble tiled flooring, in-built window seating with storage within, distinctive arched double glazed windows to two elevations, beamed ceiling and radiator. REAR RECEPTION HALL With tiled flooring, electric wall heater, multipaned glazed double doors leading out to rear courtyard, multipaned glazed door to walk-in pantry with fitted shelving and light point. Built-in cloaks cupboard, glazed door to swimming pool complex, multipaned glazed door to DINING ROOM Oak strip flooring, double glazed bayed window to front, double glazed double doors leading out to sun terrace, ceiling spotlights, radiator, wall light points and door through to sitting room. UTILITY ROOM 3.28m(10'9'') x 3.89m(12'9'') max. Fitted with an excellent range of base and wall cupboards, several drawers, working surfaces, tall cupboard, plumbing facilities for automatic washing machine, tiled floor, double cupboard housing the oil fired central heating boiler. FIRST FLOOR LANDING Three double glazed windows to front, two radiators, wall light points, two built-in double wardrobes. MASTER BEDROOM 8.84m(29'0'') x 4.62m(15'2'') (2.79m(9'2) to wardrobes)
Double glazed French double doors leading out to a wrought iron BALCONY enjoying views over the courtyard and garden room, double glazed side window, excellent range of handmade built-in units comprising two full height double wardrobes, further double wardrobe and triple wardrobe, several drawers, television plinth, radiator, ceiling spotlights, door to EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Luxury fitted suite with marble tiled flooring and three quarter height tiles to the walls, large shower cubicle with chrome shower head, his and hers sink unit with bevelled mirror above and double cupboard beneath, low flush w.c, ceiling spotlights, extractor fan, chrome heated towel rail. GUEST BEDROOM 4.88m(16'0'') x 2.49m(8'2'') Double glazed window to side and rear, ceiling spotlights, radiator, door to LUXURY BATHROOM Jack and Jill layout with door to main landing, beautifully appointed with Victorian style white suite comprising cast iron enamelled roll edged bath on ball and claw feet, mixer tap over with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, low flush w.c, pine boarded flooring, built-in airing cupboard, dado rail with panelling beneath, ceiling spotlights, radiator and double glazed window to rear. BEDROOM 3 4.83m(15'10'') x 3.40m(11'2'') Double glazed double doors leading out to BALCONY with wrought iron surround and views over the courtyard and garden room, excellent range of built-in units comprising two double wardrobes, recessed display shelving, drawers beneath, wash hand basin within arched recess with concealed lighting, double cupboard beneath, ceiling spotlights and radiator. BEDROOM 4 4.01m(13'2'') x 3.61m(11'10'') Two built-in double wardrobes, central dresser/desk unit with drawers to either side, overhead cupboards, double glazed windows to front and rear, oak strip flooring, radiator. SHOWER ROOM/W.C. Marble tiled flooring and three quarter height tiles to the walls, recessed shower unit with glazed door and fixed shower head, wash hand basin, low flush w.c, ceiling spotlights, chrome heated towel rail. INDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL 14.02m(46'0'') x 6.88m(22'7'') The swimming pool measuring 9.44m(31'0) x 4.42m(14'6), marble tiled surrounds and seating areas, boarded ceiling, wall light points, double glazed windows to side and rear with French door out to courtyard, double glazed bayed recess with further door out and spiral staircase with oak treads rising to the upper floor. INDOOR SWIMMING POOL PUMP ROOM Housing the heating and filter systems. CHANGING ROOM With matching tiled flooring, wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap over, cupboards beneath, half mosaic tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail, recessed shower cubicle with glazed door and extractor fan, separate w.c. SAUNA With pine panelling and two benches, Nordic electric heater and coals, ceramic tiled floor and lighting. GYMNASIUM 4.88m(16'0'') x 3.25m(10'8'') Oak strip flooring, double glazed windows to two elevations, ceiling spotlights. STUDIO Located to the first floor above the swimming pool approached via an impressive spiral staircase, part vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, oak strip flooring and skirting boards, double glazed skylights, distinctive side windows with wooden shutters, electric heater, ceiling spotlights and rotary fans, tall sliding glazed doors concealing an office area with extensive shelving and desk unit. OUTSIDE WALLED COURTYARD Enclosed walled courtyard immediately to the rear of the cottage, mainly paved with brick herringbone paths, in-built seating, raised beds, box hedges, variety of specimen shrubs and plants, access to GARDEN ROOM 8.38m(27'6'') x 2.95m(9'8'') A spectacular reclamed timber structure with tall glazed panels to the front and rear, matching doors which fold back to create an open plan summer house, feature hot tub with cover, kitchen area with marble worktop surfaces, stainless steel wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap over, griddle and warming oven, Neff stainless steel fronted extractor hood above, range of cupboards, ceiling spotlights, access through to rear garden. REAR GARDEN Beautifully landscaped garden with high brick wall to two boundaries, extensive shaped lawn, well stocked flower and shrub beds, variety of climbing plants, herbaceous bed, specimen trees, wooden pergola with climbing roses and honeysuckle with grassed path flanked by an amazing array of specimen plants and shrubs, views towards the church, wooden double gates from the driveway. GARDEN APPROACH The property is approached via a brick herringbone driveway with remote control double wooden gates opening into a large brick courtyard, providing extensive parking space and access to LARGE DOUBLE GARAGE 9.37m(30'9'') x 6.45m(21'2'') Remote control up and over door, side personal door, power and lighting, wooden paddle steps rising to USEFUL ATTIC 9.35m(30'8'') x 3.66m(12'0'') Fully boarded, strip lighting. FRONT GARDEN Most attractive front garden with brick retaining wall to front boundary, steps up to a brick path leading to the front entrance, lawned areas, feature rockery with numerous miniature heathers and evergreens, climbing roses to the front wall of the house together with wisteria, ornamental pond, brick sun terrace via wooden feature with slate roof, mature shrub borders. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS Fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale - all other items regarded as owners fixtures and fittings may be removed. ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING GROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR AGENT'S NOTICE Andrew Granger & Co is a trading name of Andrew Granger & Co LLP; Registration No. OC316917.
Registered office: Phoenix House, 52 High Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 7AF.
Andrew Granger & Co for themselves and the vendors/lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that:-
1. Prospective purchasers/tenants should note that no statement in these details is to be relied upon as representation of fact and prospective purchasers/tenants should satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the statements contained. These particulars do not form part of any contract.
2. Please note that no appliances, services or installations have been tested and no guarantee as to condition or suitability is confirmed or implied. Prospective purchasers/tenants are advised to obtain verification from their surveyor or solicitor.
3. All measurements mentioned within these particulars are approximate.
4. No person in the employment of Andrew Granger & Co has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property or these particulars nor enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the vendors/lessors.
5. Floor plans are for guidance purposes only and are not to scale and should not be relied upon as a statement of fact.
AGENT'S NOTE Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
Photographs are also provided for guidance purposes only. Contents, fixtures & fittings are excluded, unless specifically mentioned within these sales particulars.
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