4 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Station House
- Steeped in history
- Expansive living spaces
- Endless opportunities to build
- 0.5 acres of land
- Period features
- Workshop with scope to convert
- Log burner
- Multi purpose living
Station House, Desford - A Historic Gem with Modern Luxuries
Station House, an extraordinary property in Desford, uniquely combines historical charm with contemporary living. This four-bedroom detached house is steeped in history, originally serving as the station master’s house and waiting room for the Desford railway station, part of the renowned Leicester to Swannington Railway—one of the oldest in the world, constructed in 1832 by the famous engineer Robert Stevenson.
Historical Overview
The railway station, an integral part of Desford's heritage, played a pivotal role in the area’s development, primarily transporting coal to Leicester. It served passengers until 1964 when it was closed. The station building, constructed in 1848, was transferred from British Railways to private ownership in 1968, where it began its transformation into the charming residence it is today. The property includes the original station lock and key on display, a nod to its rich past, and retains copies of the original deeds, including a separate deed for an additional parcel of land, underscoring its historical significance.
Accommodation Details
Set on over half an acre, Station House offers expansive living spaces with a blend of period features and modern amenities
Ground Floor:
- Entrance Porch: Welcoming space leading to the main living areas.
- Lounge: A dual-aspect room featuring a cosy log burner, TV aerial, telephone, sky, and broadband connections, ideal for relaxation and entertainment.
- Dining Room: A spacious area with a fireplace, perfect for family meals and gatherings.
- Snug: Another dual-aspect space that floods with natural light, offering a serene view.
- Kitchen: Equipped with a Rangemaster cooker, dishwasher, and a pantry housing the boiler, this dual-aspect kitchen is a culinary delight.
- Utility Room: Includes plumbing for a washing machine, dryer, and space for an American-style fridge freezer.
- Shower room: Off the utility, a modern shower room with toilet and washbasin.
- Bedroom: The ground floor includes one double bedroom with Jack&Gill en-suite leading to study/bedroom.
- Study/Bedroom: A versatile multi-use room currently functioning as an office, sharing a Jack and Jill shower room. The multi-use room has the potential to be converted into a kitchen, enabling the creation of an internal annex with separate access, offering additional privacy and functionality.
- Cellar: A superb space for storing goods.
First Floor:
- Master Bedroom: A spacious dual-aspect room featuring a decorative fireplace, offering a tranquil retreat.
- Second Bedroom: Currently used as a dressing room, this space includes extensive built-in storage and houses the hot water immersion heater tank.
- Family Bathroom: A well-appointed space with an over-bath electric shower, toilet, and hand basin.
- Additional Storage: Includes a cupboard above the stairs and a storage bench under a round window, perfect for laundry or extra belongings.
Grounds and Outbuildings
The property boasts a large double garage, a carport, and a well-equipped workshop, providing ample space for creation and hobbies. The south/south-west facing garden is beautifully landscaped, featuring a greenhouse, ornamental pond, summerhouse with power, and multiple seating areas, making it an ideal space for relaxation and entertaining. The garden also includes mature fruit trees, grapevines, silver birch, climbing roses, wisteria, jasmine, and a striking 20ft Acer tree, adding to its charm.
Not to miss, the 7 person hot-tub which is offered with the property.
Development Potential
Station House offers significant potential for further development. The large plot includes space to build an additional property with a separate access road, or the existing double garage and workshop could be converted into a new dwelling, subject to planning permission from relevant authorities.
Conclusion
Station House is not just a home; it is a piece of history. Perfect for those who appreciate the blend of historical significance and modern convenience, this property offers a unique living experience. With its extensive grounds, ample living space, and potential for future development, Station House is an ideal residence for families, history enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a distinctive property with a rich narrative and room to grow.
EPC Rating: E
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