6 Bed Detached House For Sale

Thornberry House is a stylishly appointed, six bedroom home backing onto open countryside and located within a conservation area of the village in a small exclusive development made up of five individually designed homes. The property is presented in a contemporary style having been significantly improved by the current owners. The large contemporary open-plan living kitchen was fitted in 2018 by La Casa and is considered a particular feature of the accommodation. There is a separate sitting room with real flame gas fire and study, both looking out over the rear garden. On the first floor are six bedrooms and three bathrooms with bedroom one featuring a balcony and stylish en-suite. Outside electric gates open to a generous driveway leading to a double garage and the fully landscaped private grounds wraparound the property extending to 0.48 acres. Internal viewing is highly recommended.

Location

Swithland is a highly desirable village in the heart of Charnwood Forest with an active community revolving around the primary school, a smart gastro pub/restaurant (The Griffin) and church. The village is famously associated with Swithland slate, which for centuries has been used for construction and particularly roofing slate which is characterised by its attractive graduated construction which can be seen on numerous properties across Leicestershire. Swithland reservoir a nature reserve and area of outstanding natural beauty is situated just outside the village. The Great Central Steam Railway runs past the village on the line from Loughborough to Birstall and crosses the reservoir itself via a magnificent arched bridge. There are extensive shops/facilities at the nearby villages of Rothley, Quorn and Woodhouse Eaves. Charnwood Forest is well known for its outstanding property picturesque villages, natural tourist attractions including Old John in Bradgate Park (the former home of Lady Jane Grey), The Outwoods and The Beacon. Golf is at nearby Rothley Park Golf Club and local shopping facilities are available at nearby Woodhouse Eaves and Rothley. Private schooling is available at the excellent Endowed Schools in Loughborough and the area is particularly well placed for commuting to Leicester and London via the direct train service from Leicester and the M1 at Markfield.