The Old Manor Barn Dunton Bassett, Leicestershire
Copyright M & J Snow 2010
Set in a secluded walled garden on the edge of the sought-after Leicestershire village of Dunton Bassett, The Old Manor Barn is a delightful and impressive detached Grade II listed oak box-frame 5/6 bedroom barn conversion. The barn is approached via a tree-lined lane, which leads to the outer private driveway. At the top of this driveway are The Old Manor Barn s electric wrought iron gates and intercom. Converted just over 10 years ago, the barn benefits from double glazing, modern insulation and building techniques, whilst retaining many character features. All the ground floor rooms have exposed structural beamed ceilings; all the first floor rooms are vaulted and double-height with exposed roof trusses and beams. The Old Manor Barn makes a wonderful family home, whilst the glass panels and doors on the ground floor and out onto the garden make it a fabulous open entertaining space. The current owners have owned the barn since the spring of 2005 and have significantly enhanced and updated it to a very high standard with attention to detail and high quality fixtures and fittings throughout; it is immaculately presented. History The barn was originally the primary barn of the neighbouring Manor House. What is now the central hall was for many years the home of the village horsedrawn fire engine! Many older villagers have fond memories of playing in the barn as children. The barn gradually fell into a state of disrepair until it was rescued and converted into a home by local builders in 1999.
Living Room 6.22m x 5.66m (20ft 5in x 18ft 7in) The living room is spacious and welcoming. It has solid oak floor, a large ornate cast iron radiator and a cast iron wood burner set into the brick fireplace which has an inset oak beam. It also has a an oak box-frame and handmade brick feature wall. This room also has a window with views of the garden and a natural light sunpipe. The living room leads through to the side hall.
Kitchen 6.05m x 5.60m (19ft 10in x 18ft 4in) The large kitchen is traditional with contemporary twists. It has a flagstone floor and a generous dining area. It is fitted with an extensive range of English oak base and wall cabinets, solid black granite work surfaces, Fired Earth glass tiles and a large stainless steel inset sink. It has integrated Neff freezer, fridge and dishwasher, Britannia stainless steel cooker hood, and space for a range cooker and washing machine. It has a window with views of the garden, a full length window to the side and two natural light sunpipes.
Main Hall 3.67m x 4.76m (12ft x 15 ft 7in) The main hall has double-glazed timber framed double doors and full height windows. It has flagstone floor, an ornate cast iron radiator and an impressive wide imperial staircase. There are two sets of double glass doors to both the kitchen and living room which, when opened, create a fantastic entertaining space. Side Hall 5.10m x 3.75m (16ft 9in x 12ft 4 in) max Flagstone floor and a storage cupboard. Door out to driveway, doors to: Bedroom 6/Office 3.32m x 3.32m (10ft 11in x 10ft 11in) max Solid oak floor (currently carpeted) and lovely view of the garden. Cloakroom/WC 1.57m x 1.71m (5ft 2in x 5ft 7in) Porcelanosa chocolate porcelain tiles with mosaic glass border. White basin & WC, vertical chrome radiator. Flagstone floor. Family Room 5.04m x 4.37m (16ft 6in x 14ft 4in) max Large airy room with solid oak floor
The staircase leads up from the main hall and splits right to the master bedroom suite and left to: Galleried Seating Area 3.68m x 2.60m (12ft 1in x 8ft 6in) Directly over the central hall, this galleried seating area has full height windows with wonderful views over the garden. Main Landing Wide landing (1.71m/5 7 ) with sky lights and an oak box-frame and brick feature wall. Cupboard containing hot water tank. Doors to bedrooms 5 & 4. Steps up to: Upper Landing Doors to family bathroom and bedrooms 3 & 2.
Master Bedroom Suite Bedroom 6.05m x 3.46m (19ft 10in x 11ft 4in) A lovely bright and spacious room with views over the garden from the main window and full-length side window. En-suite 2.38m x 1.98m (7ft 10in x 6ft 6in) Polished solid travertine floor and wall tiles throughout with a large mirror, concealed cupboards and chrome towel radiator. High quality white ceramic basin, WC with concealed cistern and spacious curved quadrant frameless shower enclosure with large thermostatic shower. The en suite also has a skylight. Dressing room 2.48m x 1.98m (8ft 2in x 6ft 6in) (into back of wardrobes) An archway leads from the bedroom into the dressing room. It is fully fitted with wardrobes, some with partially mirrored doors, which are a combination of hanging rails and shelves. The dressing room also has a skylight.
Family Bathroom 2.99m x 2.61m (9ft 10in x 8ft 7in) A large luxurious bathroom with charcoal porcelain floor and wall tiles and glass mosaic details. White suite with large rectangular ceramic basin and large square thermostatic shower over the bath and chrome towel radiator.
Bedroom 2 5.04m x 4.37m (16ft 6in x 14ft 4in) max A stunning and spacious room which has a large skylight and a floor-level window. Guest Suite - Bedroom 3 Bedroom 3.82m x 3.64m (12ft 6in x 11ft 11in) max A lovely bright room. It has a large high window. En-suite 1.98m x 1.83m (6ft 6in x 6ft) Cream ceramic tiles with decorative border and white suite with shower over the bath. Bedroom 4 3.60m x 3.85m (11ft 10in x 12ft 8in) max The brick chimney breast from the living room below provides a feature to this room. There is also a small built-in wardrobe/airing cupboard with shelves and a small radiator. Bedroom 5 2.56m x 3.85m (8ft 5in x 12ft 8in) max The smallest bedroom, but far from a box room! This delightful, bright room has a skylight and a full-length window providing views over the garden.
Garden The large, beautiful, mature walled garden is well maintained and was professionally designed to deliver colour throughout the year. It has large central flat lawn and extensive, very well-stocked borders with many attractive evergreen shrubs and trees. There is stunning herbaceous border and sun trap patio as well as some raised flower beds. To the side of the outer driveway there is a large bed with mature shrubs and a large lime tree. The garden is very private; to the rear there is a small area of woodland belonging to the Manor House and to either side are the driveways to the Manor House and a neighbouring property. Triple garage and workshop The garage building is incredibly spacious; it has 3 large garages and a workshop area. All 3 garages have electric doors.
DUNTON BASSETT AND THE SURROUNDING AREA Dunton Bassett is a peaceful village in rural South West Leicestershire. It has a small village shop with a post office, a village hall and a primary school. Secondary schools are in nearby Lutterworth, Broughton Astley, Market Harborough, Leicester and Rugby. There is also a popular village pub, the Dunton Bassett Arms, which has a Chinese restaurant. The village has an active community with regular activities including fetes and open garden days. The village is set in beautiful rolling countryside and there are many country footpaths and bridleways which provide great walks to neighbouring villages. Dunton Bassett has excellent communication links, with easy access to the M1, M6, M69 and A5. Rugby station is only 11 miles away with a fast (50-55 minutes) regular service to London Euston. Additional rail services are also available from Market Harborough and Leicester. It is conveniently located for both East Midlands and Birmingham airports. The nearest supermarkets are in Lutterworth (Waitrose, Co-op and Morrisons), whilst there is a large Sainsbury at Fosse Park (near M1 jct 21) and a Tesco just North of Rugby. Leicester city centre provides excellent shopping facilities including the new Highcross shopping centre which has a John Lewis. There is also an out-of-town shopping centre at Fosse Park which has a large M&S.
(Not shown in actual location) Approximate gross internal area: House: 275 sq m (2,959 sq ft) Garage: 58.5 sq m (630 sq ft) Total: 333.5sq m (3,589 sq ft) This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Postcode LE17 5LW Services Mains water, drains, electricity and gas Television and Networking Digital TV aerial and satellite dish. Aerial points in living room, kitchen, office/bedroom 6, family room, master bedroom, bedroom 4, bedroom 3 and bedroom 2. Cat 5 network cable is installed in the office/bedroom 6, living room, family room, kitchen and master bedroom. Security Alarm and networked security cameras Council Tax Harborough District Council, band G EPC These particulars are produced in good faith and are set out as a general guide only. Whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy they must not be relied on and do not constitute any part of an offer or any contract.