In contrast to its quaint, Ironstone façade this rare home has been substantially enlarged now offering almost 4000 sq ft of accommodation. Enjoying a semi-rural setting on the very edge of the village, Broadcarr House stands in grounds of around 1.27 acres and a separate outbuilding, which is currently used as a professional gym may offer further development potential.



A new wing built in a contemporary style projects out into the rear garden and is home to an impressive family kitchen. Very much the heart of this home there is ample space within the kitchen to both dine and relax and sliding doors open onto a private terrace. The property has four further reception rooms and a ground floor bedroom with en suite has been created, ideal for guest accommodation. On the first floor are four bedrooms, two of which have dressing rooms and en suite shower rooms and there is a further family bathroom.



Standing at the end of its own sweeping driveway, this striking home has been the subject of an ambitious programme of restoration and redevelopment commissioned by the current owners during 2021. Housing an exciting clash of architectural styles, the properties original 18th century charm and contemporary twist blends harmoniously, maintaining the properties historical legacy. Available with NO CHAIN, viewing is highly recommended.



Location

Waltham on the Wolds is situated between Melton Mowbray and Grantham in the Northeast corner of Leicestershire. Well placed for access onto the A1 this ancient village occupies an elevated position with stunning views across the Vale of Belvoir. The village offers an impressive range of amenities including a church, pub, deli, village hall, primary school, shop/post office and medical practice. The surrounding towns and villages offer excellent schooling of all grades and for the commuter there is a regular train service to London’s Kings Cross, available at Grantham Railway Station (11.8 miles)



Distances

Leicester 19.5 miles / Nottingham 21.4 miles / Melton Mowbray 4 miles / Grantham 11.9 miles / Oakham 13 miles / Loughborough 19.1 miles / Uppingham 20.2 miles / Stamford 23 miles / A1 10.8 miles



Ground Floor

The property is entered into a central entrance hall with flagstone floor and a return staircase rises to the first floor. Located within the old part of the house is a music room with heavily beamed ceiling, exposed stonework and feature fireplace. Bedroom five which is located on the ground floor has its own sitting room with log burner and en suite shower room fitted with a three-piece suite. French doors from the sitting room open into the rear garden.



A new contemporary style wing which projects out into the rear garden is home to an impressive family kitchen. Enjoying a dual aspect, the new kitchen with central island/breakfast bar includes a range of integrated appliances and has heated tiled floor. There is ample space within the kitchen for family and friends to both dine and relax and sliding doors flood the space with natural light and provide access out into the rear garden. A free-standing log burner within the kitchen is a particular feature. Beyond the kitchen is a large sitting room and games room both with high vaulted ceilings and both rooms have two sets of French doors which open out onto the terrace. A utility room with external door and cloak/WC complete the ground floor accommodation.



First Floor

On the first floor are four bedrooms and family bathroom fitted with a four-piece suite. The two larger bedrooms have their own dressing rooms and en suite shower rooms.



Outside

The property stands in 1.27 acres in total. Well hidden behind a number of large trees, Broadcarr House is set well back from the road and a sweeping, gravel drive lined with neatly clipped box terminates at a newly constructed, oak framed garage. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn and a side gate and additional shared driveway provides both pedestrian and vehicular access to the rear of the property. To suit the needs of a growing family the rear garden are predominantly made up of large swathes of lawn and beyond the rear boundary is open countryside. A large terrace which has been newly created spans the full width of the property. Perfect for when entertaining alfresco and enjoying total privacy a raised Koi Pond with glazed side panel is a particular feature.



Oak Framed Triple Garage

Open fronted double garage and single garage accessed through double doors.



Detached Outbuilding/Gym

Located within the rear garden and close to the rear boundary is a large, detached outbuilding. Currently used as a gym with shower room and cloaks/WC this large space has had various uses in the past. Currently home to a professional boxing ring and gym several windows flood the space with natural light.



Agents Note

The outbuilding has vehicular access via a driveway which is shared with a neighboring property.



Services

Mains electricity and water are connected (mains gas is not available). As part of the extensive renovations the property has all new plumbing, electrics and uPVC double glazing. The heating system is oil fired with boiler (installed 2021) located outside. The ground floor of the new contemporary style wing has underfloor heating (wet system) with radiators elsewhere throughout the property. Drainage is connected to a septic tank and the outbuilding has electric storage heating.



Tenure

Freehold.



Local Authority

Melton Borough Council.



Directions

From centre of the village travel towards Melton Mowbray on the Melton Road (A607) for approximately 1.4 miles. The property is located on the left-hand side within a cluster of three properties, Broadcarr House is the middle property.