White Hill Farm is a rare home of immense character, standing in open countryside on the edge of Ulverscroft. Newly refurbished this part stone built, former Farmhouse with impressive range of outbuildings in 1.81 acres is believed to date back to the early 19th century. Standing in open countryside this rare, small holding offers the perfect retreat for those looking to escape to the country and a self-contained, ground floor annexe is ideal accommodation for guests or independent relatives. Further accommodation includes a fitted farmhouse style kitchen, cosy sitting room, separate dining with glazed roof light, three bedrooms and two further bathroom/shower rooms. A large stable block by Harlow provides stabling, workshop outdoor kitchen and shower facility. As such properties and opportunities of this nature are rare in the area, early viewing is strongly recommended.



Location

The property is in a hamlet, equidistant to both Copt Oak and Markfield in rural, Northwest Leicestershire close to the hamlets of Abbots Oak, Charley, Ulverscroft and Nanpantan. The property is well placed just a stone’s throw from the rolling hills of the beautiful, Charnwood Forest which provides endless countryside walks and countless beaty spots. The Copt Oak pub/restaurant is a 20-minute walk (0.9 miles) walk from the property and the historic Bradgate Park in Newtown Linford is within easy reach. The surrounding villages offer excellent restaurants, pubs, golf courses and recreational facilities and the nearby M1(J22) provide excellent road links both North and South.



Distances

Leicester 8.8 miles / Nottingham 22.8 / Loughborough 6.9 miles / Market Bosworth 10 miles / Markfield 1.1 miles / Newtown Linford 3.2 miles / Bradgate Park (Newtown Linford) 3.3 miles / Woodhouse Eaves 4.1 miles / M1(J22) 1.1 miles / M69/M1(21) 9.2 miles / East Midlands Airport 11.5 miles



Ground Floor

The property is entered into a central hallway with open staircase. The sitting room is located within the oldest part of this former farmhouse and an open fire is an original, cosy feature. The dining room with roof lantern and door to garden connects the main farmhouse with the annexe. The kitchen which is presented in a farmhouse style enjoys a dual aspect and white cabinets wrap around a central dining space. Included are a range of integrated appliances and a matching dresser unit is consistent with the traditional theme. Located off the entrance hall is a fully equipped utility room and cloaks/WC.



Ground Floor Self-Contained Annexe

Newly created this large, single storey space with its own separate access provides ideal guest accommodation. Fitted in a contemporary style the space is centered around a large open plan living kitchen with high vaulted ceiling and a large, full height picture window allows uninterrupted countryside views. A double bedroom and newly fitted shower room completes the annexe which alternatively could easily be repurposed. Directly in front of the annexe off road parking has been created for two vehicles.



First Floor

On the first floor are three bedrooms and family bathroom fitted with a four-piece suite. Bedroom one has the benefit of a newly fitted, en suite shower room.



Outside

White Hill Farm occupies a rural setting in large grounds of 1.81 acres in total. Set well back from the lane manicured gardens wrap around this former farmhouse on three sides. A path finds its way to the front door which has been made more prominent by a new, oak framed canopy. Drystone walls throughout the garden are a particular feature and a southwest facing rear terrace enjoys a high degree of privacy and there is provision for a hot tub (available by separate negotiation). A gravel driveway to the side of the property provides extensive hardstanding and access to an impressive stable block supplied by Harlow. In addition to the formal garden are three Paddocks separated with post and rail fencing. Home to a menagerie of animals including Alpacas a field shelter offers an escape from the elements and a Shepherds Hut is also available by separate negotiation.



Stable Block

Supplied by Harlows of Long Whatton this wooden whilst offering flexibility is currently formed of five stables, outdoor kitchen, workshop, stores and shower facility.



Services

The property is connected to mains electricity and water, sewerage is to a septic tank.The property has oil fired central heating fired by a Grant boiler located in the utility room and all new windows. Solar panels with feed in tariff supply additional power and there is provision for adding a car charge point.



Tenure

Freehold



Directions

Travelling from the M1(J22) continue towards Leicester on the A50 and take the first exit signposted Shepshed (B 591) Markfield/Copt Oak/Whitwick. At the T junction turn right onto Whitwick Road and then take the second left turn onto Old House Lane. After a short distance the property can be found located on the left-hand side.