Lea Lodge

A rare opportunity to acquire ‘Lea Lodge’, a four bedroom detached country property enjoying far reaching views and ‘Lea Farm Cottage’, a Grade ll listed cottage. Unique country properties set within established gardens approached via a double gated entrance leading to extensive parking and double detached garage. There is a vast range of modern and traditional outbuildings having adjacent paddocks extending to a total of 9.76 acres.

LOCATION
The property is situated in a picturesque rural location, just under 5 miles to the South West of the town of Atherstone. The rural yet accessible location make it an ideal spot for those commuting to and from Birmingham and beyond. The Midlands motorway network is within easy reach and the M42.M6 interchange is approx. 7 miles South West.

The market town of Atherstone has a host of independent and quirky retail shops alongside banks and supermarkets, both Nuneaton and Atherstone have train stations with direct links into London.

Travelling Distances
Atherstone – 4.7 miles
Coventry – 11.0 miles
Leicester – 31.0 miles
Birmingham International Airport – 14.1 miles

THE MAIN RESIDENCE - LEA LODGE
Accommodation comprising, entrance porch leading through to the entrance hall with stairs rising off to the first floor; cloakroom WC; study with window to the rear elevation enjoying the countryside views. Double opening doors off the hall lead to the dual aspect lounge having bow window to the front elevation, an attractive open fireplace and French doors leading into the garden. There is a large kitchen/breakfast room with the kitchen area having a comprehensive range of fitted units granite preparation surfaces, a range of integrated appliances, 'Miele' ceramic hob with oven below, slate flooring and feature arched window to the side elevation alongside French doors leading onto the rear garden. A solid fuel burner is fitted and an archway leads to the dining area having a bow window to the front elevation.

FIRST FLOOR
The staircase rises to a first floor landing with galleried ballustrade and all accommodation leading off. A triple aspect main bedroom has windows to the rear elevation again enjoying countryside views, a range of fitted wardrobes and archway leading through to the en-suite shower room. There are three further excellent size bedrooms and a family bathroom with raised roll top bath.

LEA FARM COTTAGE
Is a Grade ll listed former estate cottage dating back to 1600’s. It has been used most recently as office accommodation but could easily be re-instated back to residential use. Accommodation comprising: Front and side entrance door leading to two reception rooms; a store room; kitchen with a range cupboards and sink unit, wall mounted heater access to a further kitchen area having a Rayburn oven, door to front access and stairway leading to the first floor with understairs store cupboard. There is a triple aspect lounge with windows to the front and side elevations, an attractive open fireplace; and display alcoving. To the first floor the landing leads off to two rooms with the main room having a feature exposed brick fireplace and beams, window to the front elevation and door into a further small room offering potential for an en-suite. A cupboard houses the hot water cylinder; two further first floor rooms and access to a secondary staircase which leads down to the ground floor.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a double gated entrance with driveway leading to extensive parking. A separate gated entrance leads to a parking area and the main residence has an established lawned garden to the front and rear, with the rear garden being mainly lawned with paved patio.

STONE STABLE BLOCK
This is split into two separate sections having power and light supply.

LARCH BARN
Again this is split into two separate sections having power and light supply with one section also having water supply.

LARGE DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE
With bi-folding doors; work shop area with staircase leading to a first floor storage room, power and light.

WORKSHOP
With double opening doors, power, light and water supply.

Viewing Arrangements
Strictly by prior appointment via the agents Howkins and Harrison Tel:01827-718021 Option 1

Local Authority
North West Leicestershire District Council -Tel:01530-454545

Council Tax
Band - G

Fixtures and Fittings
Only those items in the nature of fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. Other items are specifically excluded. None of the appliances have been tested by the agents and they are not certified or warranted in any way.

Services
None of the services have been tested and purchasers should note that it is their specific responsibility to make their own enquiries of the appropriate authorities as to the location, adequacy and availability of mains water, electricity, gas and drainage services.

Floorplan
Howkins & Harrison prepare these plans for reference only. They are not to scale.

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Important Information
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these Sales Particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. In all cases, buyers should verify matters for themselves. Where property alterations have been undertaken buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained. If there is any point, which is of particular importance let us know and we will verify it for you. These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. All measurements are approximate. The Fixtures, Fittings, Services & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are provided for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. Plans are provided for general guidance and are not to scale.