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Located in the south Leicestershire village of South Kilworth, This Home is a property of distinctive style and design. Found at the top of a spacious private tarmac drive lined with tall graphite eco fencing, it is approached from Welford Road through black steel gates and along a driveway lined with lights and shrubs. It is an impressively individual building from the very first glance. Although it is only natural to try and imagine what this exceptional property has to offer, this is an original, and as such will undoubtedly deliver beyond expectations. This Stunning Home has been developed and personalised by the present owners over the last sixteen years. It is a residence that exudes modern characteristics and attributing features of architectural note. The main part of the building is in white render, accessorised with horizontal graphite windows, and a large chimney stack amidst a sweeping clerestory roof. It has been specifically extended and refurbished to add contemporary features, fixtures and fittings creating a split level house with an enormous one hundred metre squared bedroom extension connected to the main building through a glass link. In total, it has six bedrooms, a spacious open plan living area, gymnasium, triple garage and glass sided balcony, equipped with graphite pergolas below. By reconfiguring and adding to the existing structure, open space and versatility have been created in abundance within half an acre of grounds that overlook beautiful open farmland and countryside. This is an exclusively designed modern home. Welcoming The driveway is generously proportioned and easily provides parking for up to ten cars. There is a pond with waterfall feature at the front of the building and well maintained landscaped gardens consisting of lawn, trees and shrubbery. The triple garage is cedar clad and has been deliberately personalized to coordinate with the main house, featuring pent roof and four automated doors. Once inside, the hallway captures the essence of the interior design; it is light filled and spacious, with subtle lighting fixtures, minimal decoration and natural textures. The floor is covered with large white gloss porcelain tiles: they run throughout the hallway and into the large bedrooms found via a glass extension on the left. The tongue and groove doors in the property are made from medium oak wood, accessorised with brushed steel furniture, and coordinate with the staircase/steps that lead from the hall into the wonderful living space beyond. Contemporary design for relaxation and comfort Here, there is a combination of lounge, dining room and kitchen. There are areas demarcated for specific purposes with the use of furniture or fixtures but the generous proportion of the living space, plus the views that surround it into the garden and beyond, create an exceptionally light and relaxing room that is the geographical heart of the home. Travertine flooring is used throughout the living space and a bespoke feature wall of cedar cladding creates a perfect place to view a wide screen television for the lounge area. Directly above, there is one of two hidden entrances into the loft space, which has lighting, insulation and is boarded. A log burner has been positioned diagonally in the furthest corner of the living space – there is a covered cedar porch with log store close by - opposite to the open kitchen. The whole space is beautifully neutral and distinctively unique, with an easy relaxed vibe for everyday needs but with the capability for larger scale entertaining. The kitchen has three pairs of sliding anthracite doors. Two of them open onto the wide balcony. The covered balcony offers a fantastic extension to the living area and is decked with wood grain anthracite composite flooring. Here, purpose placed opaque glass affords privacy when using the hot tub, while the three metre by seven metre graphite pergolas can be opened or closed to suit. Within the bespoke kitchen, there is a sweep of worktop with space for double integrated appliances in cabinetry that is both practical and very fitting in this open plan arrangement of rooms. Stools fit neatly into one of the work surfaces and a steel extractor fan is ceiling hung from above the convection hob. The double ovens and dishwasher are included in the sale of the property. The dining area is at the side of the kitchen. Here there are two cabin windowed doors opening into a store on the left and a landing on the right. The landing leads to a staircase dropping to the rooms on the lowest level. The utility is below the kitchen – reached by going down the staircase – it is similarly fitted for storage, has an additional sink and provides plumbing for laundry appliances. There is also a pantry next door and the internal door to the snug. The snug is entered along a hall from the staircase and double doors opening onto the front of the property. The snug provides a wonderful addition to the home. Remember…there are six bedrooms From the original point of entry, instead of ascending the stairs to the living area, the bedrooms are on the opposite side on ground level. From the hall there are doors to two bedrooms at the front of the building and another at the rear. Presently, two of them are being used as separate studies. A family bathroom with separate toilet and basin are across the hall. Lastly, a fourth bedroom that has its own en-suite and doors that open into the garden. Another L shaped bedroom at the opposite end of the hall has a 4.5 metre window overlooking the front of the property. It is a spacious room and is fitted with mirrored wardrobes. The master suite of rooms making up the prime bedroom is at the furthest wing of the property. The extensive minimalist bedroom has windows on three sides and one with an electrically operated blind that stretches across the 4.5 metres of glass that looks into the garden and beyond. This prime suite has a bespoke dressing room with skylights, for him and her, and a designer minimalist en-suite by Lisa Melvin entitled ‘Rock Star’. This was featured in an edition of the Utopia kitchen and bathroom magazine and has a Hudson Reed wall-hung vanity unit with double basin, drawers and a three-panelled mirrored cabinet. There is a 3.6 ‘Dreamwall’ component behind the Waters Brook2 freestanding white bath and a supersize walk through rainfall shower, fitted with a Hansgrohe dance shower system and silver moon mosaic floor tiles. Graphite porcelain tiles are used elsewhere. The chrome finish radiator and towel warmer is made by Bisque and on skirting board level, the blue toned lighting reacts automatically with movement sensors. All fixtures and fittings in all the bathing areas of this Home have been tastefully selected for their contemporary design and fitted to high specifications. They all impress with the continuing theme of natural materials, a neutral palette and stunning attention to detail. Outside in the rear garden, a cedar clad summer house continues with the appearance of the house. There are landscaped gardens to enjoy and ever-changing, seasonal views looking out to open countryside. In all aspects tis impressive home undeniably fulfils the definition of exceptional: superior, superb and completely out of the ordinary,’ South Kilworth is a village in central England, a region referred to as the East Midlands. It is situated towards the southernmost extremity of Leicestershire being only a half hour drive from Leicester’s city centre. It is in the LE17 postcode district and is a civil parish. It falls within the district council of Harborough and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Lutterworth, Husbands Bosworth and Rugby, all providing a variety of amenities such as edge of town super stores or uniquely bespoke shops. Essentially, South Kilworth is geographically at the centre of an intersection of routes. The North Road takes you to North Kilworth and heading south on the Kilworth Road will lead to Welford. Heading south-west or north-west, will incur meeting the M1 at junctions 19 and 20, Rugby and Lutterworth respectively. From those points the M6 and M69 maximise the potential for speedier travel by road from this central Midland location. There are two railway stations within easy reach at Rugby and Market Harborough, with regular high speed trains to London Euston and St. Pancras taking a little over one hour. The nearest airports are East Midlands, Birmingham and Coventry. In times past, the Domesday Book of 1086 records a settlement known then as Cleveliord which many believe is referring to South Kilworth as it could mean hedged enclosure. There have been settlements in the vicinity since prehistoric times with later evidence pertaining to Roman, Anglo Saxon and mediaeval periods. The village was certainly established before the Norman Conquest, with a manor and farming community. There remains evidence of forridge and furrow cultivation in fields bordering the village. The church of St Nicholas is twelfth century in part but holds a clock tower installed as a memorial to the men of the locality who died fighting in the 1914-18 war. There are a number of historic houses in the village along the Welford and Walcote Roads dating from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Today, the village hall located on Leys Crescent is the centre for many social activities, events and clubs. It has extensive sports pitches, a children’s playground, adult fitness equipment and a bowling green. As with many communities, people are interested to share points of communal interest and the South Kilworth monthly newsletter will be a good starting point for those new to the area. An excellent village website produced by the parish council also contains a wealth of information. www.southkilworth.co.uk There are several public houses and restaurants in or close by to South Kilworth: The White Hart, The Attic, White Lion or Black Horse to name a few. These serve locally produced food and ales. There is easy access to wider open spaces, with nature reserves and bridal paths within easy reach. Kilworth Springs Golf Club, Kilworth House Hotel and the Outdoor Theatre attract people to the vicinity, as does the North Kilworth Marina. Golf courses and equestrian centres are easily reached by car. There is a local primary school, South Kilworth Primary School but over a wider area there are several educational options; nursery, primary and secondary. South Kilworth is in the catchment area for the Rugby (Warwickshire) Grammar Schools. Other schools include the Rugby School, Leicester Grammar, Princethorpe and Oakham. There are also private establishments in the county offering bordering facilities. The Office for Standards in Education - OFSTED – is best researched to provide a comprehensive review of currently rated standards of practice. Disclaimer: Important Information: Property Particulars: Although we endeavor to ensure the accuracy of property details we have not tested any services, equipment or fixtures and fittings. We give no guarantees that they are connected, in working order or fit for purpose. Floor Plans: Please note a floor plan is intended to show the relationship between rooms and does not reflect exact dimensions. Floor plans are produced for guidance only and are not to scale.

Nestled within 4.4 acres, Kingfishers’ Pool is a rare 1970s architectural gem occupying a commanding position with uninterrupted south-westerly views. Just a 15-minute walk from Rothley village centre, the property combines a wonderful sense of rural seclusion with village convenience. Often described by those who visit as being ‘another world’, the private grounds include an established vineyard, mature gardens, Koi Carp pond and a waterfront seating area overhangs Rothley Brook. Offered to the open market for the very first time, this is a truly unique country residence. Designed by locally renowned architect Nick Hackett with entertaining in mind, the house centres around an impressive double-height dining hall with open fireplace and picture window. The ground floor also provides three further reception rooms and a fitted kitchen with utility room, while the first floor offers five bedrooms and two bathrooms. Electric gates open to a generous courtyard with extensive parking, a triple garage and a range of outbuildings. The grounds gently slope down to Rothley Brook, creating a wonderfully private and tranquil setting. Kingfishers’ Pool Vineyard & Winery Being the only registered Winery and one of only two vineyards in the county, Kingfisher’s Pool Vineyard established in 2008 is an ongoing enterprise and has produced many award-winning wines and 5-star review on trip advisor. The vineyard itself covers approximately 2.5 acres, and much of the equipment used in the process is housed in outbuilding across the courtyard from the main house. Further Information regarding this aspect of the property can easily be obtained. Location Kingfishers’ Pool is located within the Ridgeway Conservation Area approximately 0.7 miles (15-minute walk) from the village centre that offers an impressive range of amenities. A bus serves the Endowed Schools and there are many recreational facilities including the Rothley Park Golf Club, Great Central Railway, Swithland Reservoir and historic Bradgate Park. Distances Leicester 5.7 miles / Nottingham 22.5 miles / Loughborough 6.1 miles / Ratcliffe College 4.9 miles / M1 (J22) 7 miles / East Midlands Airport 14 miles / Bradgate Park 1.9 miles Ground Floor A characterful entrance hall leads into the impressive double-height dining hall, featuring a fireplace, open gallery and large picture window framing the stunning south-westerly views over the garden and vineyard. The ground floor also offers three further reception rooms, fitted kitchen, utility room, sitting room and study. First Floor A spacious landing merging into a lounge area with balcony overlooks the dining hall and enjoys views across the vineyard. One single and four double bedrooms are arranged across the first floor, with bedrooms one and two served by a shared ensuite bathroom, while bedrooms three, four and five share the family bathroom. Bedrooms one and three enjoy beautiful vineyard views. Outside The property stands in around 4.4 acres in total. There are three sets of double gates onto Westfield Lane including Electric gates which open to a generous courtyard providing extensive parking, access to the triple garage and range of outbuildings. The established grounds gently slope towards Rothley Brook, which forms the rear boundary and features a private waterfront seating area. An established vineyard and ongoing wine-making operation add to the property's unique appeal. The side paddock, from the West entrance, has planning permission to build a bungalow for use as a holiday let. Planning Consent On 07 May 2026 conditional planning consent was granted P/24/1526/2 for the erection of a single storey dwelling to form holiday accommodation in association with Kingfishers’ Pool Vineyard, 43 Westfield Lane, Rothley Leicestershire. Outbuilding & Triple Garage The outbuildings include a registered winery, bonded wine store and three additional stable-style rooms/stores. The triple garage benefits from stairs to the first-floor studio, with an attached office, wetroom with shower and WC and an additional room, offering excellent versatility. Services All mains’ services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating. Solar panels on the roof give an annual tax-free income. Local Authority Charnwood Borough Council. Tenure Freehold. Directions From the centre of Rothley proceed along Westfield Lane, passing The Rothley Court Hotel on the left-hand side. The property is located on the left-hand side before Rothley Park Golf Club. Additional Information www.rothleywine.com Facebook@rothleywine

Three Chimneys is an impressive family home standing in 0.38 acres just off the leafy and highly regarded Swithland Lane. The original 1950’s property bought by the current owners in 1997 has been transformed beyond recognition with the help of local architect David Granger. Lavishly appointed throughout and within walking distance of the village this highly individual home boasts a fully landscaped southwest facing garden and just over 3500 sq. ft. of accommodation which includes a fully bespoke family size kitchen with open plan snug Orangery by Buckinghamshire based Country Hardwood and three further reception rooms. Bedroom five with en suite is also located on the ground floor whilst on the first floor a large galleried landing leads to four further double bedrooms one bathroom and two shower rooms. A sweeping gravel driveway terminates at a detached triple garage with room over and the rear garden which is considered a particular feature of the property enjoys an idyllic south westerly aspect. Location Gipsy Lane is a quiet location, just off the highly regarded and leafy Swithand Lane. The property itself is located 1.4 miles (28 minutes walk) from the village centre which offers an impressive range of amenities including coffee shops, pubs and restaurants and approximately 1 mile (20 minutes walk) from the property is the Great Central Steam Railway and popular David North’s Deli. A bus serves the Loughborough Endowed Schools and there are many recreational facilities nearby including the nearby Rothley Park Golf Club, Swithland Reservoir and historic Bradgate Park. Leicester 6.6 miles / Nottingham 21.1 miles / Loughborough 5.6 miles / Quorn 2.3 miles / Ratcliffe College 5.5 miles / Bradgate Park 2.8 miles / M1 (J22) 7.3 miles / M69/M1(21) 10.1 miles / East Midlands Airport 13.4 miles Ground Floor The property is entered through a heavily glazed, oak framed porch into a broad reception hall with return staircase with Louis De Poortere stair runner. Off the hall is a cloakroom and double cloaks/shoe storage cupboard. The kitchen which is beautifully fitted includes a snug, fully glazed orangery and three sets of bi fold doors provide direct access into the rear garden. Flooded with natural light, the kitchen itself is fully bespoke. The cabinets are hand painted under oak and granite worksurfaces and a heated tiled floor by Floors of Stone extends throughout. In addition to a range of integrated appliances the kitchen features a gas fired Aga with overmantel, pantry cupboard and leading off is a fully equipped utility room with Belfast sink and walk-in pantry. The orangery was hand drafted by Buckinghamshire based Country Hardwood projects and is considered the jewel in the crown. Under a fully glazed roof with electric roof lights the orangery provides panoramic views of the garden and is the perfect space for family and friends to dine and relax. The adjoining home office and sitting room both enjoy a private, south westerly aspect and French doors from both rooms open out into the rear garden. The sitting room features an inglenook style fire with inset multi-fuel stove. A further reception room and ground floor bedroom five with en suite completes the ground floor accommodation. First Floor The landing which is unusually large almost stretches the full width of the property provides access to four double bedrooms, family bathroom and a walk-in linen cupboard. The main bedroom which is garden facing features a walk-in wardrobe, en suite shower room and bedroom two also has the benefit of an en suite shower room. The luxurious family bathroom which is fully tiled is fully fitted with a fully bespoke furniture, freestanding bath and separate double shower. Outside The property occupies a mature plot extending to approximately 0.38 acres. Set well back from the lane behind an established hawthorn hedge, a generous gravel driveway provides ample hardstanding and access to a detached triple garage. Gates to both sides of the property offer pedestrian access to the rear garden, which is a particular feature of this exceptional family home. Recent additions include a beautifully designed lily pond and adjacent fishpond, attractively lined with rocks and the latter complemented by an overhanging wooden deck that creates an additional seating area. Mature trees throughout the garden enhance the established feel and provide a high degree of privacy. The rear garden enjoys an idyllic south-westerly aspect and has been fully landscaped and meticulously maintained by the current owners. An expansive lawned area forms the heart of the garden, with a gently winding gravel pathway that leads down the side through a charming rose walk culminating at the rear boundary, where a purpose-built terrace provides an ideal setting for a Master Spa H2Xercise fitness system swim spa, available by separate negotiation. Triple Garage & Room Over Detached triple garage with three single up and over doors and personal door to side. A ladder from the garage provides access to a room over which has power, light and two Velux windows. Services All mains’ services are available and connected. The property has gas central heating fired by a Worcester boiler (installed 2018) located in the pantry. The property has underfloor heating (wet system) in the kitchen, utility, orangery and snug. The property has wooden double glazing. Local Authority Charnwood Borough Council. Tenure Freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Directions From the centre of the village proceed along Westfield Lane towards Rothley Park Golf Club. At The Rothley Court Hotel turn right onto The Ridings and at the crossroads turn right onto Swithland Lane. Take the first right turn into Gipsy Lane where the property is located immediately on the right-hand side.

Calm and imposing Along Nock Verges, in the charming Leicestershire village of Stoney Stanton, The Old Rectory is tucked away from passing traffic by being located off a cul-de-sac. It is within the boundaries of a walled garden, boarded by mature trees, flower beds and lawn. Originally designed in the 19th century by renowned architect Henry Goddard, this impressive Victorian period property has quintessentially English country house characteristics and as its name suggests, has been intrinsically linked to the history of the similarly Grade II listed parish church, St Michael’s. It has been carefully maintained to retain its distinctly traditional place in the heart of the village and was once the home of a former Chancellor to the Exchequer. The Old Rectory is an imposing listed residence while being eminently a wonderful family home. This is a sumptuous house of quality and stature, which richly complements its surroundings and is within walking distance of the many local amenities that enrich the experience of living in such a central location. Here, we have a beautifully positioned detached property with six generous bedrooms - one with en-suite facilities – set amidst its private plot measuring .69 of an acre, with established and landscaped grounds. Its striking silhouette is outlined with twin-flue end chimney stacks and intersecting hip and valley rooves, while classically proportioned sash style windows headed by gables present a grand, bespoke property of size and refinement. Filled with beautiful features from its date of original construction, on the ground floor level there are four reception rooms: a study, lounge, dining room and old school room. To the rear of the house, a large breakfast kitchen is complimented with a utility room. The original open-string staircase leading from the adjoining reception hall, ascends to the first-floor landing, bedrooms and bathing facilities: a family bathroom with separate toilet and a Jack and Jill bathroom. The property has gardens carefully planted to create privacy, described by the present owners as an ‘oasis’. Within the grounds there are separate buildings; stables, stores and the old coach house. Vehicular or equine entrances There are two entrances. From Nock Verges, entry to the property is through large wrought iron gates and over cobbles that sweep towards the house along a shingled driveway leading to a large area for turning or parking. It is lined with planted beds of mature shrubs, hedges and bordering lawned sections of the grounds, where stately trees create an impression of permanence and classical style. A second entrance is from Church Lane, and double wooden gates open to the collection of outbuildings. The largest is a two-storey building divided into stables with a staircase leading to an ample loft store. A double gated coach house is a substantial structure and accumulatively they provide covered space, storage and functionality, with the possibility of repurposing to fulfil the needs of the owner. Fitted with lighting and power sockets and a water supply, they have the potential to become a garage or workshop. The gardens surrounding the house complement the building beautifully. There are open spaces for children to play, a courtyard, hard landscaped walls, patios and walkways, and even a two-storey Wendy house for the young at heart. At every turn the vista opens to reveal other seasonal treasure, with a vast array of plants, trees, bulbs and shrubs. Over the threshold The house is built in red brick and has a Welsh slate and tile roof with a symmetrical three bay entrance in Tudor Revival style. Canted bay windows on either side of the front door, are framed by an arched porch with overhead light. Further sash windows on the floor above are those from – left to right - master bedroom, landing and first of four bedrooms in parallel. In essence, there are twin wings with a central entrance hall dividing the reception rooms. Entry from the drive establishes the overriding sense of welcome and charm that well maintained bespoke, period homes generate. From the porch and into the tiled hall, the interior standard is established. Decorative features complimenting the plainly painted high ceiling walls include six panelled doors framed by broad architraves, plaster coving and deep skirting boards. The carpeted staircase has a square newel post, plain balustrades and sweeps to the upper floor landing, turning gradually without a half-landing. Natural light floods down onto it from a skylight above. It is an elegant introduction to a delightful property that has well served as a home for nearly two hundred years. The hall and corresponding reception rooms have been decorated and accessorised with high-quality fixtures, fittings and befitting design elements. This standard will be exhibited throughout the property, as each room is similarly decorated to an extremely high level of presentation. All blinds and curtains are included within the sale. The reception rooms The hall has doors to each room on the ground floor apart from the utility room, accessible from the kitchen and the former school room. Presently used as a study, the first reception room on the left has an open fireplace with a cast iron inset, canted bay window and is carpeted. Across the hall, the grand sitting room has two fireplaces and two canted bay windows, the largest being from the late nineteenth century with shutters and French windows. With dual perspectives, this spacious room has wall lights and is also carpeted. The downstairs floor tiled cloakroom is beautifully fitted with Victorian style sanitaryware in white porcelain consisting of a high-level cistern and pull chain, vanity basin and integral storage. All sanitary fixtures and fittings within The Old Rectory are presented and maintained to a high standard. This is the first of four bathing facilities that have been supplied and equipped with stylish and often contemporary components offering an en-suite, family shower room and a Jack and Jill bathroom. Kitchen, dining and utility Within the generous breakfast kitchen, there is a suitable area for an informal arrangement of table and chairs from which to enjoy the views of the garden through double glass doors, beneath lowered pendant light fixtures. Shaker style cabinetry in contrasting grey and white provides a generous amount of display space and storage, with trellised finishes and metro tiling separating wall and floor units. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, refrigerator, cooker, oven, extractor fan and hob. A double stainless steel sink unit makes good use of the view through the window overlooking the courtyard. The utility room has provision for a vented tumble dryer and washing machine and is accessible through the old school room. The kitchen and utility room have been fitted with floor tiles. The dining room can be entered from the kitchen or from the hall. It has a distinctive stop-chamfered blackened beam and a six-light Gothic window which is listed as being of an earlier origin than The Old Rectory. This room has an open fireplace and an integrated cupboard and easily accommodates a table suitable for formal entertaining. Lastly, as previously mentioned, the utility room is entered from the kitchen via a lobby and the old school room. This has a rear exit, presumably allowing those who had completed their lessons, the freedom of the outside rear garden without having to enter the larger rooms at the formal end of the original rectory. Today, present owners have the luxury of using it for multiple purposes, whether for sports equipment, a children’s play area or conversion into a ground floor bedroom; it is a valuable asset to have possibilities and options without having to extend. There is also a boot room on the exterior wall of the house, only accessible from outside. Double bedrooms as standard The first floor has six bedrooms-the master with an en-suite- a family shower room and a Jack and Jill bathroom. Each bedroom is quite distinctive, but they share vital characteristics: they are all spacious, well maintained and carefully designed to cater generously for their occupants. All of them have been individually decorated, some with feature wall paper, coordinating carpets or polished floorboards and have beautiful views overlooking the grounds. There are two bedrooms with en-suite style bathing facilities as the Jack and Jill bathroom can be locked to maintain independence. It comprises of a Victorian styled sink unit, toilet, heated towel rail, bidet and bath. Wall tiling and floor coverings complete the stylish interior spaces, and this is mirrored in the second en-suite which also has a characterful roll top bath but styled in a contemporary fashion. All sanitary fixtures and fittings in all the facilities in The Old Rectory have been tastefully selected with white suites, fitted and maintained to high specifications. They are often bespoke and while similar in quality, all offer individuality that befits their surroundings. In a similar vein, tiling to walls and floors, lighting and heating fixtures are of a high standard. And finally The Old Rectory served a purpose within the village of Stoney Stanton and was never just a ‘big house’ it was a small institution. Echoes of its past remain in the very name of the ‘old school room’ and there must have been many meetings, church fetes and social gatherings within its walls and garden. Fundamentally it was and remains, a special home and since being built, new owners have continued to benefit from original characteristics, while adding sympathetic features of their time of ownership to enhance and improve the property. The opportunity has now arisen for the next chapter of its story to be written! LOCALITY Stoney Stanton LE9 Stoney Stanton is a village in the Blaby district of the central English Midlands County of Leicestershire. It is only 10 miles from Leicester’s city centre, 5 miles east of Hinckley and 4 miles west of Narborough. In this location, many major road, rail and air links are conveniently accessible. The M1 (junction 20, south, near to Lutterworth and junction 21, north), M6, M42 and M69 maximise the potential for travel by road and there are airports in Coventry and at The East Midlands Airport close to Castle Donnington. Operational train stations can be found at Narborough, Hinckley and Leicester, with trains running regularly to London St Pancras International. The bustling village has existed for centuries, being mentioned in the Domesday survey of 1086 as ‘Stantone’ and consisted then of agricultural, meadow and woodland. It later became industrially famous for the valuable stone and gravel quarried from Carey, Clint and Lanes Hills. The pits that remain have been filled with water and provide a haven for wildlife and a water sports and scuba diving centre known as Stoney Cove. This large village continues to appeal to the community through a wide selection of sporting clubs such as golf, cricket, tennis, bowls and football, and an array of education and leisure amenities, including the David Lloyd Leisure Club with swimming pools, Hinckley Leisure Centre and Enderby Leisure Centre with golf club. Locally there is the convenience of such things as a cooperative supermarket but wider afield Fosse Park, offers a retail hub with major high street retailers. There are several local pubs – The Blue Bell Inn, Bull’s Head and Star Inn – shops and restaurants – a fish and chip shop, a separate Indian and Chinese restaurant and takeaway, plus a pizzeria - cafes and parks, with an outdoor gym, children’s playground and skateboarding park. Stoney Stanton benefits by having service and convenience stores: a hardware shop, hairdressers, barbers and beautician. There is a local post office, and a public library operates from within the small St Michael’s shopping area. A medical centre, pharmacy, opticians and dentists are similarly convenient and within walking distance of the village centre. For those seeking the peace and beauty of the countryside, Stoney Stanton has an abundance of nature reserves and bridal paths. The equestrian Witham Villa Stables is three miles away. For more information the site found at www.townandvillageguide.com/Leicestershire/StoneyStanton.html is one of many resources. The parish church of St Michael’s is first recorded in a document dating to 1149 and is one of three places of worship within Stoney Stanton, the others being the Methodist Church on Hinckley Road and the Living Rock evangelical church. The village centre has the oldest buildings in the locality including an eighteenth century Dower House, a bake house and a Victorian Rectory, once the home of Baron Lawson of Blaby, Nigel Lawson, a former Chancellor of the Exchequer during Margaret Thatcher’s years. Stoney Stanton has a local primary school, Manorfield C of E Primary School and the secondary school catchment include Hastings School in Burbage, the John Cleveland College and Lutterworth High School. Private school establishments include Dixie Grammar School, Leicester Grammar School and the Bablake and King Henry VIII School. The Office for Standards in Education - OFSTED – is best researched to provide a comprehensive review of currently rated standards of practice for all educational providers in the vicinity. Additional Information: EPC exempt. Local Authority - Blaby District Council Tax Band - G Broadband Speed - Disclaimer: Important Information: Property Particulars: Although we endeavor to ensure the accuracy of property details we have not tested any services, equipment or fixtures and fittings. We give no guarantees that they are connected, in working order or fit for purpose. Floor Plans: Please note a floor plan is intended to show the relationship between rooms and does not reflect exact dimensions. Floor plans are produced for guidance only and are not to scale.