5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Westminster Road, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2

Set on the desirable and leafy Westminster Road in Stoneygate, this Edwardian semi-detached home offers generous, character filled living arranged over three floors. Constructed in 1906, the home has been thoughtfully maintained and subtly adapted to suit modern living while preserving a wealth of original detail.

Located on the highly regarded Westminster Road in Stoneygate, this substantial 1906 Edwardian semi-detached home offers over 1,700 square feet of living arranged across three storeys. Rich in architectural detail, the property is an outstanding example of early 20th century design, blending spacious interiors with a wealth of preserved features, including fireplaces, tiled flooring, high ceilings, and striking timber framed windows.

A covered porch with a pitched gable entrance opens into a front recepetion room, where period tiling and natural woodwork set the tone for the rest of the home. Beyond this, the central reception room is arranged around a fireplace and benefits from large French door opening onto the rear terrace, allowing the natural beauty of the garden to spill into the interior.

The spacious kitchen and dining area sits at the rear. This space is both functional and atmospheric, featuring terracotta tiled floors, and bespoke timber cabinetry. A separate utility room and discreet guest cloakroom complete the ground floor.

On the upper floors, the property offers three generously sized double bedrooms, one single and a fifth room currently arranged as a study. A particular feature is a series of bespoke stained glass doors handmade by an artist, fitted on all the bedrooms. The main bedroom also benefits from fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. The further bedrooms are served by a well appointed family bathroom and separate WC.

The top floor offers a tucked away double bedroom with angled ceilings and generous eaves storage, as well as a study or reading room. These upper rooms provide valuable flexibility for those seeking guest space, creative studios, or private work areas.

The rear garden is a true highlight – thoughtfully planted, well established, and framed by mature greenery. A timber decked patio sits just outside the main living and dining areas, offering a quiet, enclosed space surrounded by seasonal colour. At the front, a neat and well stocked garden frames the house beautifully, echoing its symmetry and character.

Situated on the tree lined Westminster Road, located in the highly popular South Leicester suburb Stoneygate, lying 2.5 miles south of the City of Leicester. Offering a comprehensive range of local amenities including the Leicestershire Golf Club and Leicester Lawn Tennis Club. Nearby is the ever-popular Allandale Road/ Francis Street shopping parade which offers a wide variety of independent shops and boutiques. With Leicester City Centre situated 10 minutes drive away, providing a broad selection of eateries and shopping opportunities including the award-winning Highcross Shopping Centre.

There is a wide selection of independent and state schooling in the area including the Leicester Grammar School located in Great Glen and the Leicester High School in Stoneygate both located within a 20 minute drive.

Access links to the area are excellent with the A6 London Road offering convenient access to the Leicester Mainline train station providing services to London St Pancras in a little over an hour, Birmingham New Street station in under 40 minutes and Nottingham in 30 minutes.