6 bed detached house for sale

Wayside, Dawsons Lane, Barwell, Leicester LE9

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A Truly Exceptional Bespoke Family Home with Panoramic Countryside Views

Wayside is an outstanding and individual detached residence, occupying a private and tranquil position with elevated, far-reaching southerly views across open countryside. Designed and built by its current and only owner, this is a home that has been carefully considered at every stage, combining quality craftsmanship with a highly practical and flexible layout.

Offering substantial accommodation across two floors, the property has been created with modern family life in mind, balancing open-plan living with defined spaces, and providing the adaptability required for home working, multi-generational living or future reconfiguration.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly bespoke home that delivers both immediate comfort and long-term potential in an increasingly sought-after semi-rural setting.

Key Features

- Private and peaceful setting in an elevated position with open field views

- Spacious, light-filled open plan kitchen, dining and family living space

- Five/six well-proportioned bedrooms with scope for reconfiguration

- Extensive first-floor studio/office offering significant flexibility

- Fully insulated summer house with power and Wi-Fi ideal for Home Office or a Gym

- Underfloor heating throughout with individual room temperature controls

- Integrated vacuum system and comprehensive CCTV security

- Double garage, workshop and extensive driveway parking (6–7 vehicles)

- Excellent levels of insulation and energy efficiency

- Strong connectivity to road, rail and local amenities

The Setting and Approach

Wayside is positioned along a quiet lane, away from passing traffic, offering a sense of seclusion that is increasingly difficult to find. The approach to the property sets the tone, with a tarmac driveway leading to a lower parking area and wildlife garden, complete with a pond that attracts birds and local wildlife.

A block-paved driveway rises to the front of the house, where there is ample space for multiple vehicles, making it ideal for family life, visiting guests or those working from home.

The elevated position of the house ensures uninterrupted views across open countryside, with a desirable southerly aspect that allows natural light to flood the living spaces throughout the day.

The Accommodation

Entrance Hall

The entrance hall provides an immediate sense of space and quality. Oak flooring runs underfoot, while a striking oak balustrade staircase rises to a half landing and first floor. A statement chandelier enhances the sense of arrival, creating a welcoming and elegant introduction to the home.

The proportions of the hall allow for both practicality and visual impact, offering space for furniture or display if desired.

Cloakroom

Conveniently positioned off the hall, the cloakroom is half tiled and fitted with a low flush WC and wash hand basin.

Sitting Room (Lounge)

6.12m x 4.70m (20'1 x 15'5)

A superbly proportioned dual-aspect reception room, offering both light and warmth. Oak floor and inglenook fireplace, housing a wood-burning stove, which creates a focal point and provides a cosy atmosphere during colder months.

The room benefits from engineered oak flooring and exposed ceiling beams, combining traditional character with modern comfort. Its generous proportions make it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.

Dining Room

4.78m x 3.05m (15'8 x 10'0)

A bright and inviting space, the dining room features solid oak flooring and elegant Jacobean-style panelled walls, creating a refined setting for formal dining or family gatherings.

French doors open directly onto the rear patio, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, while double oak doors connect to the kitchen/family room, enhancing the flow of the ground floor.

Study / Office

3.12m x 2.51m (10'3 x 8'3)

Currently used as a home office, this room offers valuable flexibility and could easily serve as a playroom, snug or additional reception space. There is also potential to extend the cloakroom into this area if required.

The Heart of the Home

Family Room / Breakfast Kitchen

7.21m max x 7.16m max (23'8 max x 23'6 max)

This exceptional open-plan space forms the true heart of the home. Designed to bring people together, it offers a versatile environment for cooking, dining and relaxed living.

Four Velux roof lights, combined with additional glazing, flood the space with natural light, creating a bright and uplifting atmosphere. Double doors open onto the patio, extending the living space outdoors during warmer months.

Kitchen Area

The kitchen has been designed to balance functionality with visual impact and includes:

- A large central island with polished mirror-fleck granite work surface

- Breakfast bar seating, ideal for informal dining

- Double Butler’s sink

- Recently renovated traditional painted cabinetry

- Solid oak work surfaces

- Electric Rangemaster cooker set within a feature recess with mantle

- Integrated dishwasher

- American-style fridge included in the sale

The layout ensures excellent workflow while also creating a sociable environment, ideal for entertaining or everyday family use.

Pantry and Storage

A spacious, walk-in pantry provides extensive shelving and storage, complemented by under-stairs storage, ensuring the kitchen remains uncluttered and highly functional.

Utility Room

3.15m x 2.36m (10'4 x 7'9)

The utility room is fitted with complementary units to the kitchen and includes a second Butler’s sink, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer, a boiler cupboard and additional storage. This space provides a practical separation for laundry and household tasks.

Additional Ground Floor Spaces

Workshop

4.88m x 3.96m (16'0 x 13'0)

Accessed via a custom-built staircase, this impressive and highly versatile space benefits from an 11-foot ceiling height, underfloor heating, a window and an external door.

Currently used for storage and workshop purposes, it offers excellent potential for a variety of uses, including a hobby space, studio, playroom, gym or additional living area.

Double Garage

5.87m x 5.56m (19'3 x 18'3)

The double garage is both spacious and well-equipped, featuring two electric roller shutter doors, a mezzanine storage level and a Belfast sink with hot and cold water.

It also houses the central unit for the integrated vacuum system and provides additional space for laundry appliances if required.

First Floor Accommodation

Galleried Landing

The galleried landing provides access to all bedrooms, the family bathroom and the studio/office space. A loft hatch with ladder leads to a large, partially boarded roof space, offering further storage potential.

Master Bedroom

4.88m x 4.17m (16'0 x 13'8)

A light-filled principal bedroom enjoying attractive views across open fields. The room includes ‘his and hers’ wardrobes and offers a calm and comfortable retreat.

En-Suite Bathroom

A well-appointed en-suite featuring a raised bath with feature lighting, a separate shower cubicle with rainfall and handheld attachments, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Bedrooms Two to Five

All bedrooms are well-proportioned and versatile, suitable for family use, guests or additional workspace if required. Bedroom four benefits from fitted wardrobes with mirrored and illuminated doors, providing extensive storage.

Bedroom five is currently styled as a nursery but could equally function as a study or dressing room.

Family Bathroom

A spacious and well-equipped bathroom featuring a jacuzzi-style bath, double shower cubicle, wash basin, WC, fitted storage and heated towel rail.

Airing Cupboard

A large storage cupboard with shelving and housing central heating controls.

Studio / Office Space

One of the most impressive features of Wayside is the expansive dual-aspect studio/office space, measuring approximately 32 feet 10 inches in length.

Currently used as a photographic studio/leisure space and office, this space offers exceptional flexibility and could be transformed into a luxury master suite, cinema room, games room or self-contained annexe, subject to requirements.

This level of adaptable space is rarely available and significantly enhances the long-term potential of the property.

Outside and Gardens

The rear garden offers a private patio area ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The decking was built in 2025 and offers an elevated relaxation space outside the summer house. The garden itself presents a blank canvas, with scope for landscaping, planting, decking or the creation of vegetable plots.

The presence of a wildlife pond at the front - and surrounding greenery enhances the sense of tranquillity and connection to the natural environment.

Outbuildings

Summer House (17' x 10') - fully insulated with power and Wi-Fi, currently used as a gym but equally suited as a separate home office.

Garden Shed (10' x 8') - included in the sale

Location

Barwell is a developing and well-served village offering a strong community feel alongside a wide range of amenities, including shops, public houses, cafés, schools and healthcare facilities.

Nearby Burbage provides access to open common land and woodland walks, ideal for leisure and outdoor activities.

The property is exceptionally well connected, with easy access to the A47, A5 and M69, making it ideal for commuters. Hinckley offers supermarkets, leisure facilities, a community hospital and fast rail links to Birmingham and Leicester, while Leicester city centre is easily reached via the bypass.

Why Buyers Will Be Drawn to Wayside

- A rare opportunity to acquire a bespoke, one-off modern home incorporating traditional features

- Flexible living spaces that adapt to modern lifestyles

- Strong potential to personalise and add value

- Excellent work-from-home and business opportunities

- Peaceful setting with open countryside views

- Convenient access to schools, amenities and transport links

- A home that balances lifestyle, practicality and long-term investment

Conclusion

Wayside represents a compelling opportunity to secure a substantial and thoughtfully designed home in a highly desirable setting. Combining space, flexibility and a peaceful outlook, it offers a lifestyle that is increasingly sought after yet rarely available.