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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.

What are you looking for in your dream home? Peace & quiet? The chance to be close to nature? Great transport links? Proximity to services without them being right on your doorstep? Lots of space & light? A bit of the Good Life? Sounds good? We may just have the home of your dreams… Hebe House, The Lea is a stunning property, surrounded by rolling fields and a real feeling of space. This large, seven-bedroomed, detached family home is nestled in 1 acres (approx.) of beautifully landscaped gardens. It has the best of both worlds – it’s away from the hustle and bustle of the outside world, yet an easy commute to local towns and the city of Leicester. The conservation village of Burton Overy has long since been regarded as one of the most sought-after areas within rural south Leicestershire. Surrounded by rolling countryside and in close proximity to Leicester city centre, the village has a church, public house with a good restaurant and an active community centring around the village hall. Market Harborough and the city of Leicester are around ten miles away, both offering a wide range of shopping and recreational amenities and excellent schools are located in close proximity to the village. Local and further afield travel is a doddle with great road and rail links (the train from Market Harborough will have you in London in less than an hour) – and international travel is well catered for from a variety of easily accessible airports. There is an abundance of bridleways nearby perfect for riding, golfing at Glen Gorse is delightful and water sports at Rutland Water cater for the more adventurous among us. This home is a real find, an opportunity that comes on the market rarely. Built in 2018, Hebe House sits in an exclusive development of two substantial houses, known as The Lea. The architect and developer gave careful consideration to the layout and finish of this exclusive luxury property. Attractive wrought iron fencing frames the front and the electric wrought iron gate opens to a long driveway which sweeps by manicured grounds - each property having its own separate detached double garage, small paddock and useful brick-built store within its landscaped grounds. Kerb appeal does not disappoint, and those first impressions when pulling onto this expansive plot are not misplaced. With more than ample parking, enter the property through those gates and soak up your surroundings on your approach to the front door. The need to explore things further is a must. An attractive brick and timber porch houses the front door which opens into the spacious reception hall. From here, the sitting room, dining room and kitchen/dining room with utility room can be found. The hallway is also home to a downstairs WC, large cupboard for all those outdoor bits and bobs and staircase to the first floor. Wooden flooring and oak doors flow throughout, giving a beautiful sense of continuity to this home. The spacious sitting room spans the whole depth of the property. With its large dual aspect windows, bifolding doors to outside and feature fireplace, it is light and incredibly roomy. There is room for the largest of sofas and entertainment systems too, making this space cool, inviting and perfect for those evenings and special occasions full of entertainment and laughter, whatever the season. The dining room is offset from the kitchen, making it a really practical, elegant space – perfect for keeping eyes on everyone! Natural light floods the space through bifolding doors giving a spacious, calming vibe ready to be filled with the largest of tables full of good food. The exceptional kitchen/dining room is the real hub of this home. It really does have the wow factor. Fitted with Laura Ashley hand-crafted units, there is a tonne of storage and the top of the range appliances give a real luxury feel. It’s a great entertaining space and just right for modern family life. The island unit is full of storage solutions and appliances - and that extra seating space gives extra elegant practicality. The utility room, complete with fitted units, appliances and direct access to outside tops off this fabulous space. Take the bespoke wooden staircase to the first-floor landing full of light and space - totally in keeping with the rest of this home. Neutral tones continue the classic elegance throughout the four bedrooms on this floor, two with en suites, and the family bathroom. The master bedroom is a substantial size, spanning the depth of the property, with room for the biggest of beds and furniture to match. The dressing room is big enough for even the most well-dressed of us and the well-designed en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and natural stone bath enhances the space further. Classic décor and beautiful views from the large dual aspect windows give this room a relaxed, calming grown up vibe. Bedroom two with en suite shower room and lots of natural light through front-facing windows, is another effortlessly cool space in which to bed down for the night. Bedrooms three and four are tastefully decorated in neutral tones, with views over the rear garden, countryside and beyond – perfect for bedrooms, a nursery or study space. The fresh, elegant family bathroom with separate shower and bath can keep up with the busiest of morning routines. From the graceful landing, take the next staircase to the second floor where you will find three lovely large further bedrooms, one with en suite and bathroom. Plenty of storage and oodles of light through the Velux windows at the top of this stunning property create a brilliant space for guests or older children alike. The outside space around Hebe House is incredible! The driveway sweeps around to the detached double garage then on to the north east side of the property, through the stunning grounds. Stepping onto the impressively sized terrace, perfect for summer socialising and al fresco dining, the outside area of this home is a truly amazing space. Bordered by established hedges and trees, there is a real sense of privacy and exclusivity here and the manicured lawns are ready for a slice of the Good Life… Don’t miss out on the chance to own this stunning seven-bedroom family home! Properties like this don’t come up on the market often and they don’t stay there for long. Book a viewing with Harry today. The finer details Luxury family home Tenure: freehold Total area approximately 414 square metres (4,453 square feet) 1 acre (approx.) plot in sought-after LE8 postcode Seven double bedrooms and five bathrooms Spacious and beautifully designed property Fully serviced alarm system Off road parking with double garage Wi-Fi access points for seamless single network Beautifully finished throughout Fully serviced zoned underfloor gas central heating Chain free options available

What are you looking for in your dream home? Peace & quiet? The chance to be close to nature? Great transport links? Proximity to services without them being right on your doorstep? Lots of space & light? A bit of the Good Life? Sounds good? We may just have the home of your dreams… Hebe House, The Lea is a stunning property, surrounded by rolling fields and a real feeling of space. This large, seven-bedroomed, detached family home is nestled in 1 acres (approx.) of beautifully landscaped gardens. It has the best of both worlds – it’s away from the hustle and bustle of the outside world, yet an easy commute to local towns and the city of Leicester. The conservation village of Burton Overy has long since been regarded as one of the most sought-after areas within rural south Leicestershire. Surrounded by rolling countryside and in close proximity to Leicester city centre, the village has a church, public house with a good restaurant and an active community centring around the village hall. Market Harborough and the city of Leicester are around ten miles away, both offering a wide range of shopping and recreational amenities and excellent schools are located in close proximity to the village. Local and further afield travel is a doddle with great road and rail links (the train from Market Harborough will have you in London in less than an hour) – and international travel is well catered for from a variety of easily accessible airports. There is an abundance of bridleways nearby perfect for riding, golfing at Glen Gorse is delightful and water sports at Rutland Water cater for the more adventurous among us. This home is a real find, an opportunity that comes on the market rarely. Built in 2018, Hebe House sits in an exclusive development of two substantial houses, known as The Lea. The architect and developer gave careful consideration to the layout and finish of this exclusive luxury property. Attractive wrought iron fencing frames the front and the electric wrought iron gate opens to a long driveway which sweeps by manicured grounds - each property having its own separate detached double garage, small paddock and useful brick-built store within its landscaped grounds. Kerb appeal does not disappoint, and those first impressions when pulling onto this expansive plot are not misplaced. With more than ample parking, enter the property through those gates and soak up your surroundings on your approach to the front door. The need to explore things further is a must. An attractive brick and timber porch houses the front door which opens into the spacious reception hall. From here, the sitting room, dining room and kitchen/dining room with utility room can be found. The hallway is also home to a downstairs WC, large cupboard for all those outdoor bits and bobs and staircase to the first floor. Wooden flooring and oak doors flow throughout, giving a beautiful sense of continuity to this home. The spacious sitting room spans the whole depth of the property. With its large dual aspect windows, bifolding doors to outside and feature fireplace, it is light and incredibly roomy. There is room for the largest of sofas and entertainment systems too, making this space cool, inviting and perfect for those evenings and special occasions full of entertainment and laughter, whatever the season. The dining room is offset from the kitchen, making it a really practical, elegant space – perfect for keeping eyes on everyone! Natural light floods the space through bifolding doors giving a spacious, calming vibe ready to be filled with the largest of tables full of good food. The exceptional kitchen/dining room is the real hub of this home. It really does have the wow factor. Fitted with Laura Ashley hand-crafted units, there is a tonne of storage and the top of the range appliances give a real luxury feel. It’s a great entertaining space and just right for modern family life. The island unit is full of storage solutions and appliances - and that extra seating space gives extra elegant practicality. The utility room, complete with fitted units, appliances and direct access to outside tops off this fabulous space. Take the bespoke wooden staircase to the first-floor landing full of light and space - totally in keeping with the rest of this home. Neutral tones continue the classic elegance throughout the four bedrooms on this floor, two with en suites, and the family bathroom. The master bedroom is a substantial size, spanning the depth of the property, with room for the biggest of beds and furniture to match. The dressing room is big enough for even the most well-dressed of us and the well-designed en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and natural stone bath enhances the space further. Classic décor and beautiful views from the large dual aspect windows give this room a relaxed, calming grown up vibe. Bedroom two with en suite shower room and lots of natural light through front-facing windows, is another effortlessly cool space in which to bed down for the night. Bedrooms three and four are tastefully decorated in neutral tones, with views over the rear garden, countryside and beyond – perfect for bedrooms, a nursery or study space. The fresh, elegant family bathroom with separate shower and bath can keep up with the busiest of morning routines. From the graceful landing, take the next staircase to the second floor where you will find three lovely large further bedrooms, one with en suite and bathroom. Plenty of storage and oodles of light through the Velux windows at the top of this stunning property create a brilliant space for guests or older children alike. The outside space around Hebe House is incredible! The driveway sweeps around to the detached double garage then on to the north east side of the property, through the stunning grounds. Stepping onto the impressively sized terrace, perfect for summer socialising and al fresco dining, the outside area of this home is a truly amazing space. Bordered by established hedges and trees, there is a real sense of privacy and exclusivity here and the manicured lawns are ready for a slice of the Good Life… Don’t miss out on the chance to own this stunning seven-bedroom family home! Properties like this don’t come up on the market often and they don’t stay there for long. Book a viewing with Harry today. The finer details Luxury family home Tenure: freehold Total area approximately 414 square metres (4,453 square feet) 1 acre (approx.) plot in sought-after LE8 postcode Seven double bedrooms and five bathrooms Spacious and beautifully designed property Fully serviced alarm system Off road parking with double garage Wi-Fi access points for seamless single network Beautifully finished throughout Fully serviced zoned underfloor gas central heating Chain free options available 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.