Babelake Street, Packington

Occupying a peaceful position along a quiet village lane, this beautifully extended detached bungalow is surrounded by enchanting cottage gardens and offers wonderfully light, spacious accommodation with an enviable east-west aspect. Thoughtfully designed around a stunning vaulted open-plan living space, the property features three double bedrooms, a cosy separate lounge with log burner, generous parking, a garage and delightful private west-facing gardens. Offered for sale with no upward chain, this is an exceptional opportunity for those seeking village life in a characterful yet practical home.

Set behind a crunchy gravel pathway and beneath a sheltering canopy porch, the entrance door opens into the heart of the home – a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space. The impressive vaulted ceiling with twin glazed rooflights creates a wonderful feeling of space, while windows to multiple elevations ensure the room is bathed in sunlight throughout the day. There is also space-saving staircase rises to a useful mezzanine storage area.

The kitchen is appointed with a range of shaker-style base and wall units, complemented by timber work surfaces and a traditional Belfast sink with mixer tap. There is space for a range-style cooker, plus integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer, the kitchen flows effortlessly into generous dining and seating areas, creating the perfect environment for both everyday family life and entertaining. Situated adjacent to the kitchen, the utility room provides additional storage, work surfaces, a sink, plumbing for a washing machine, further appliance space and a stable door leading directly to the garden.
A space-saving staircase rises to a useful mezzanine storage area.

Glazed double doors lead through to a charming separate sitting room, where a wide walk-in bay window overlooks the attractive front gardens and village lane beyond. A rustic brick fireplace with raised hearth, oak mantel and inset log-burning stove provides a cosy focal point, while decorative cornicing adds further character.

An inner hallway, complete with original stripped pine panel doors, leads to the bedroom accommodation. There are three excellent double bedrooms, all enjoying lovely views across the west-facing rear garden. Bedroom three, currently used as a garden room, benefits from oak flooring and French doors opening directly onto the patio.

The family bathroom is beautifully proportioned and luxuriously appointed, featuring a freestanding roll-top bath with telephone-style mixer tap, an oversized walk-in shower with rainfall shower, wash hand basin, WC and attractive tongue-and-groove panelling to half height. A fitted illuminated vanity mirror completes the room. A separate cloakroom/WC adds further practicality, while a generous walk-in storage cupboard provides excellent space for coats, luggage and household items.

Outside, To the front, extensive driveway provides space for several vehicles and leads to the garage, which benefits from twin entrance doors, light and power. It is flanked by fragrant cottage style gardens with a winding gravel pathway.

The rear gardens are every bit as appealing as those to the front. A side gated pathway leads to a gravel seating terrace bordered by raised sleeper beds planted with an abundance of roses, flowering shrubs and cottage garden plants. A timber bench sits beneath a charming rose arbour, creating a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The lawn is enclosed by beautifully stocked borders and benefits from a sunny west-facing aspect, providing afternoon and evening sunshine together with an excellent degree of privacy.

Packington is a charming village nestled in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside, just one and a half miles from the historic market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, which offers a variety of boutique shops and restaurants. At the heart of the village community, you’ll find the excellent Daybreak Services village shop, the wonderful coffee shop ‘The Nook’, a stunning Norman church, an active village hall, a well-regarded primary school, and the welcoming 17th-century pub, The Bull & Lion. With its strong sense of community and excellent local amenities, Packington is a wonderful place to call home.

Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: It is common for property Titles to contain Covenants, a copy of the Land Registry title is available to view on request.
It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices.
Property construction: Traditional
Parking: Driveway
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Mains gas
(Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: Fibre – See Ofcom link for speed: https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Local Authority/Tax Band: North West Leicestershire District Council / Tax Band E
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Our Ref: JGA/27072026
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