Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 3
Agent: Fine & Country - Leicester, Harborough & Lutterworth Phone: 0116 484 4114
The Hollies is a charming detached Grade II listed home, with origins believed to date back to the mid-17th century. Nestled within the peaceful hamlet of Goadby, the property enjoys a wonderfully rural setting while remaining conveniently placed for access to Market Harborough, Leicester and Uppingham. Rich in history and character, The Hollies offers an exciting opportunity to enhance and reconfigure (subject to the necessary consents), creating a beautifully tailored country home.<br/><br/>The ground floor is entered via an original arched doorway, opening into an entrance porch that sets the tone for the character found throughout. From here, the accommodation flows into a spacious dual-aspect dining room, centred around an impressive inglenook fireplace, creating a superb setting for both everyday living and entertaining. A rear hallway links the principal reception spaces, including a well-proportioned formal lounge, also dual aspect, with a striking open fireplace framed by a stone surround. In addition, a particularly inviting snug provides a more intimate retreat, complete with wood panelling and an open fire set within an exposed brick fireplace with oak mantle.<br/><br/>The kitchen sits at the heart of the home and is designed in a traditional farmhouse style, featuring an oil-fired Aga alongside a range of additional appliances. With space for informal dining and French doors opening directly onto the garden, it is a wonderfully sociable and practical space. A rear lobby leads through to a utility room and a guest cloakroom, completing the ground floor layout.<br/><br/>Upstairs, the first floor offers a flexible arrangement of rooms to suit a variety of needs. A generous first floor sitting room provides an additional living space, complemented by three well-sized double bedrooms and two further single bedrooms. These are served by three separate bathrooms, offering convenience for both family living and guests.<br/><br/>Externally, the property is surrounded by delightful cottage-style gardens that wrap around the house, creating a picturesque and private setting. Two lawned areas are interspersed with well-stocked flower beds, mature shrubs and established specimen trees, while to the rear a sheltered gravelled patio offers an ideal space for outdoor dining. There is also a greenhouse and a brick-built stable with adjoining store, offering further potential for alternative uses. Ample off-road parking is available alongside a double integral garage.<br/><br/>Throughout The Hollies, a wealth of original features adds to its unique charm, including period fireplaces, exposed beams, traditional latch and brace doors, and characterful low-set windows, all combining to create a home of considerable warmth and authenticity.<br/><br/>Situation<br/>The Hollies is situated in the picturesque and peaceful village of Goadby, a charming hamlet defined by its village church and strong sense of community. The surrounding area is dotted with other attractive villages including Tugby, which offers a welcoming pub, Billesdon with its local shop, post office, and doctor’s surgery, and the Welland Valley villages of Hallaton and Medbourne, all of which contribute to the village’s tranquil rural setting. Local primary schooling is available in Tugby and Hallaton, making the area particularly appealing for families.<br/><br/>For more extensive amenities, the nearby market towns of Uppingham and Market Harborough provide a wide range of shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities, including boutique shops, restaurants, art galleries, and antique stores. Further amenities can be found in Leicester and Stamford, ensuring a full complement of facilities is within easy reach. The area is also well-served by highly regarded schools, including independent and state options in Uppingham, Oakham, Stamford, and Oundle, catering to children of all ages.<br/><br/>Transport links in the area are excellent. Market Harborough train station offers direct high-speed services to London St Pancras in under an hour, while road connections are convenient via the A47, with the M1 providing rapid north-south access. For longer journeys, East Midlands, Birmingham, and Stansted airports are all readily accessible. This combination of village charm, excellent local amenities, and strong transport links makes the location of The Hollies both convenient and highly desirable.<br/><br/>Additional Information<br/>Services, Utilities & Property Information<br/>Tenure - Freehold<br/>Council Tax Band - C<br/>EPC Rating - No required<br/>Services - The property is believed to be connected to mains electricity, water and drainage, and has oil fired central heating and an AGA.<br/>Mobile Phone coverage - 4G mobile signal is available in the area we - advise you to check with your provider.<br/>Broadband Availability - Standard ADSL 9 Mbps, and Superfast FTTC 80 Mbps Broadband Speed is available in the area - we advise you to check with your provider.<br/>Local Authority - Harborough District Council.<br/>Listed Building Status - Grade II Listed<br/>Construction - Standard Brick.
