The Hawthorns is a masterpiece of Edwardian architecture, built in 1906 and standing as one of the finest and most characterful residences in one of Oadby's most coveted addresses. Set behind a long, sweeping driveway on a plot of approximately 0.56 of an acre, the moment you arrive you understand that this is something entirely different. This remarkable property extends to an impressive 5,455 square feet in total, encompassing the principal house, annexe, garage and outbuildings, offering a scale and versatility that is exceptionally rare in this area. From the moment you step into the entrance hall, the story of this house begins to unfold. Double height, grand in proportion and flooded with light, the original wooden flooring underfoot and the staircase that rises above are genuinely among the finest you will find in a private home. The detail along the banisters, the sweep of the landing above, the chandelier overhead. It stops you in your tracks, as it should. That same original wooden flooring continues through the first floor hallway, a thread of authenticity that runs through the very heart of the home. The reception rooms are in a league of their own. Original fireplaces, intricate cornicing and coving, soaring ceilings, rich wall panelling and original bay windows combine to create spaces that feel both historic and utterly alive. Whether you are entertaining on a grand scale or simply living well, these rooms deliver something that no new build can replicate and no amount of money can manufacture. This home drips in character. And thanks to the modern heating system installed throughout, it is a home that keeps you wonderfully cool through the summer months and beautifully warm and cosy as the seasons turn, without ever losing a single note of its period charm. The kitchen and dining space is a genuine heart-of-the-home room and one that surprises at every turn. Exceptionally generous in proportion, it features a superb range of solid timber cabinetry with rich warm tones, dark granite worktops and a range cooker with extractor above. The original terrazzo flooring runs throughout and adds enormous character underfoot. Original leaded and stained glass windows bathe the room in coloured light, while French doors open directly out to the garden, making this a space that flows beautifully between inside and out. There is ample room for a large dining table and informal seating, making this as much a family room as it is a kitchen. A substantial utility room leads directly off, originally the servant quarters, complete with its own secondary staircase still intact, offering genuine flexibility for multi-generational living or simply a nod to the history beneath your feet. The first floor houses five bedrooms, all of generous proportion. Two benefit from their own en suite bathrooms, both fitted with underfloor heating, one featuring a sleek walk-in shower enclosure. The family bathroom perfectly complements the period character of the home. The principal bedroom enjoys its own bay window above the reception room below, flooding the space with light, and is served by a very large en suite. On the second floor, the possibilities open up further. A versatile room currently suited to use as a study or additional bedroom leads through to an extensive loft space that is ready and waiting to be converted. In the hands of a buyer with vision, the entire upper floor could become a private principal suite of genuine hotel quality, a games room or a creative studio. The ceiling height, the bones of the space and the existing access make this one of the most exciting opportunities the house presents. Outside, the plot is extraordinary for this location. Mature trees, established planting and lawned gardens wrap around the property, offering complete privacy and a sense of seclusion that belies the fact you are moments from everything this exceptional address has to offer. A dedicated garden outbuilding currently serves as a private gym. The gardens also benefit from an external WC and a separate outdoor utility room used for garden maintenance and storage. The annexe above the garage is a genuinely independent living space with its own gas meter, electricity meter and boiler system. Comprising a bedroom area, lounge, kitchen and bathroom, it is ideal for extended family, a live-in carer, visiting guests or as an income-generating opportunity. A garage with remote controlled electric doors and an adjacent carport complete the outstanding provision of outbuildings. The home is further protected by a silent panic alarm connected directly to the Police, providing an exceptional level of security and peace of mind for the whole household. Directly opposite the property sits one of the area's most treasured assets. The University of Leicester Botanic Garden is a destination in its own right, drawing visitors from across the county and beyond to experience 16 acres of breathtaking grounds that change with every season. To have this on your doorstep, to watch it bloom and transform through spring, summer, autumn and winter, is one of those quiet privileges that only the fortunate few who live here truly understand. Victoria Park is equally close, offering open green space, weekend recreation and a wonderful sense of room to breathe. Glebe Road sits at the heart of Oadby, one of the most distinguished residential addresses in the East Midlands. This is a neighbourhood defined by sweeping tree-lined avenues, handsome period architecture and a strong, established community that has long attracted professionals, academics and families who value both quality of life and convenience. For families with children, the educational offering in this area is outstanding. Leicester High School for Girls, Leicester Grammar School and Stoneygate School are all within easy reach, alongside a number of excellent state schools, making this one of the most sought-after catchments in the region. The independent shops, restaurants and cafes of Stoneygate and Allandale Road offer refined everyday living, while the city centre, including the Curve Theatre, the Golden Mile and Leicester Market, is only minutes away by car. The Oadby Parade is just a short drive, offering the M&S Food Hall, independent boutiques and a wonderful selection of cafes and restaurants. The villages of Great Glen, Kibworth and the wider Harborough district are all within easy reach for those who enjoy the Leicestershire countryside on their doorstep. For commuters and those who travel frequently, the location is exceptionally well connected. Leicester railway station is just a short drive away and offers direct services to London St Pancras in approximately one hour. The M1 and M69 motorways are both easily accessible, providing fast and straightforward connections across the region, and East Midlands Airport is approximately 20 miles away. Properties like The Hawthorns do not come to the market often. When they do, the right buyer recognises immediately that what they are looking at cannot be replicated, rebuilt or replaced. This is a home with a soul, a history stretching back over a century and a future waiting to be written by someone who truly appreciates what they have found. The details: - Exceptional Edwardian detached residence built circa 1906, one of Stoneygate's most distinguished addresses - Total area of 5,455 sq ft (507 sq m) encompassing principal house, self-contained annexe, garage and outbuildings - Generous plot of approximately 0.56 acres with mature trees, established gardens and outstanding privacy - Five principal bedrooms across the first floor, with a further versatile room on the second floor and significant loft conversion potential - Two en suite bathrooms, both with underfloor heating, one with walk-in shower - Principal bedroom with bay window and large en suite - Family bathroom and ground floor WC - Three principal reception rooms, each with original fireplaces, cornicing, coving and period detailing - Grand double-height entrance hall with original sweeping staircase, feature landing and chandelier - Substantial kitchen dining room with granite worktops, solid timber cabinetry, range cooker, original terrazzo flooring and French doors to garden - Utility room with original secondary staircase, offering multi-generational living potential - Basement - Fully self-contained annexe above garage with independent gas meter, electricity meter and boiler system, comprising bedroom, lounge, kitchen and bathroom - Detached outbuilding in garden currently utilised as a private gym - Shed in the garden providing additional storage and versatile space - External WC and separate outdoor utility room in the garden - Detached double garage with remote controlled electric doors, adjacent carport and long sweeping private driveway - Brand new boiler system installed throughout - Brand new water pressure tank, ensuring excellent water pressure across the entire property - Brand new plumbing throughout - Double glazed throughout the majority of the property with replacement glazing in parts - Leicester High School for Girls, Leicester Grammar School and Stoneygate School all within easy reach - Leicester railway station with direct services to London St Pancras in approximately one hour - East Midlands Airport approximately 20 miles - M1 and M69 motorways within easy reach - Oadby Parade with M&S Food Hall, independent shops and restaurants just a short drive - Great Glen, Kibworth and the Harborough district within easy reach
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