3 bedroom cottage

Welcome to Papillon Lodge, a characterful and period former lodge, refurbished and extended with an oak-framed garden room and gable end to create a simply unique home with a show-stopping 32ft open plan living dining kitchen. Boasting countryside views and ease of access to Market Harborough town centre and rail station, this idyllic property is a downsizers or commuter’s dream.

Accommodation - This characterful property steeped in history, was once the former lodge house to Papillon Hall, (which was originally built in c1620 and re-designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens into a butterfly shaped country house in 1903, hence the name Papillon, demolished in 1950. The Hall was requisitioned by the 82nd Airborne Division, US army during WW2.

The traditional entrance is tucked round to the side, and leads into a hall where bespoke, hand-crafted stairs rise ahead of you. To your right is a sumptuous, cosy sitting room with a contemporary log-burning stove providing the perfect focal point, while feature exposed brick walls, leaded windows and Victorian-gothic arched double doors add charm and character.

Through the double doors is the stunning open plan living dining kitchen. Cleverly and sympathetically extended with an oak-framed garden room and gable end, spanning some 32ft by 17ft, it’s a show-stopping space, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with an extensive range of bespoke, handmade cabinetry providing ample storage, with a ceramic double Belfast sink, Corian worksurfaces and a fitted breakfast bar. The centrepiece is the blue Rayburn range oven tucked within the chimney breast recess. A fitted pantry cupboard to the corner offers further storage, and there is plumbing and space for dishwasher, washing machine, and space for a fridge/freezer. Natural light pours in through windows to the rear and side, while the oak-framed gable ended family room allows for plenty of further light. Here, the Victorian-gothic arched doors provide an open flow into the sitting room, while double doors lead out to the garden and garage beyond. Well fitted with glass lamps and spot lighting adds a unique ambience to the room during twilight hours.

Through the entrance hall you will find two ground floor bedrooms and a refitted bathroom featuring a free-standing roll-top bath, luxury Makti shower cubicle, WC and a wash hand basin, which combines both the period and contemporary. Up the stairs you will find a converted attic room which currently serves as a study but could also serve as a 3rd/guest bedroom, with dormer windows providing plenty of light, the rear of which featuring a window seat to take in the countryside views beyond the garden. There is restricted head height and access to loft space/eaves storage through a small hatch/door to the side.

Outside - Papillon Lodge sits within a private, enclosed parcel of landscaped, low-maintenance gardens enclosed by brick walls and hedgerows with fields beyond. The double detached garage sits to the rear with secure electric shutter doors and gated access on to the driveway (that’s accessed from the lane at the side). There is also a stable-style door from the garden into the garage, which being 21ft by 18ft offers scope for vehicular storage or as a workshop/gym. Location Lubenham is a small rural village located just 1.5 miles from the market town of Market Harborough. The village contains a 12th century church, primary school, public house, village hall, horse livery and recreational ground. The area is well known for its scenic quality, ideal for dog walking, horse riding and walking.

Location - Lubenham is a small rural village located just 1.5 miles from the market town of Market Harborough. The village contains a 12th century church, primary school, public house, village hall, horse livery and recreational ground. The area is well known for its scenic quality, ideal for dog walking, horse riding and walking.

The town of Market Harborough contains a good range of everyday facilities, commercial centre, leisure centre and golf club. The city of Leicester to the north provides a more extensive array of commercial, shopping and leisure facilities. A main line rail service connects with London St Pancras in little under an hour.

Property Information - Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Harborough District Council
Listed Status: Not Listed
Conservation Area: No
Tree Preservation Orders: Yes
Tax Band: D
Services: The property is offered to the market with all mains services and oil-fired central heating.
Broadband delivered to the property: FTTP
Non-standard construction: Believed to be of standard construction
Wayleaves, Rights of Way & Covenants: The Title contains covenants. Copy available on request.
Flooding issues in the last 5 years: None
Accessibility: Two storey dwelling. No accessibility modifications
Cladding: None
Planning issues: None which our clients are aware of
Coastal erosion: None
Coal mining in the local area: None

Satnav Information - The property’s postcode is LE16 9TP, and house name Papillion Lodge.