4 bed detached house for sale

Shilton Road, Barwell, Leicester LE9

Summary

Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply.

A rare opportunity to acquire a four-bedroom detached residence on one of the area's most desirable roads. Set on an unusually large plot, this distinguished home offers exceptional potential for sympathetic modernisation.

Rich in period charm, it features elegant fireplaces, picture rails and original panelling, creating an atmosphere of timeless refinement. Internally the home offers an entrance hallway, guest WC, two reception rooms and L-shaped kitchen diner. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms, all with useful storage and a bathroom. The plot enjoys the use of a driveway, single garage and established garden at the rear. Offered with no upward chain, the property presents an exquisite canvas for those seeking to craft a prestigious family home in an enviable setting.

EPC rating: D. Tenure: Freehold

Ground Floor
Upon entering the home, you are welcomed by an entrance hallway featuring characterful tiled flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor. From here, doors lead to the ground-floor accommodation, including a convenient WC positioned beneath the stairs.

The front reception room boasts a charming walk-in bay window and a traditional fireplace that serves as the room's focal point. The second reception room is bright and airy, flooded with natural light and offering direct access to the garden through glazed doors.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a dedicated dining room. The kitchen itself is fitted with a range of units and includes a built-in oven, hob, integrated fridge, sink and drainer, as well as a concealed Worcester boiler. A useful pantry provides additional storage space.

First Floor
Moving upstairs, the landing provides access to four bedrooms, two of which are doubles. All bedrooms benefit from useful built-in storage. A family bathroom completes the first floor, fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a bath, wash hand basin, and WC.

Outside
A particular selling feature of the home is the larger than normal plot featuring a driveway providing off road parking and giving access to the single garage. Gated access to the side leads to particularly private mainly laid to lawn garden with a variety of plants, shrubbery and trees. There is also a useful outbuilding.

Location
Barwell is a charming village located just 3 miles south of Hinckley, offering the perfect balance of peaceful village life and convenient access to nearby towns. The village boasts a strong sense of community with local shops, cafs, and pubs, as well as essential amenities such as schools, a library, and healthcare facilities.

For commuters, Barwell benefits from excellent road links, including easy access to the M69 and A5, connecting residents to Leicester, Coventry, and Birmingham. Public transport options are also available, with regular bus services to Hinckley and surrounding areas.

The area is surrounded by scenic countryside, perfect for walking, cycling, and outdoor activities, while still being close to larger retail and leisure options in Hinckley. With its mix of traditional charm and modern convenience, Barwell is a highly sought-after location for families, professionals, and anyone looking for a friendly village community.

Tenure & Council Tax
We understand the property to be freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Hinckley & Bosworth - Tax Band E. Please be advised that when a property is sold, local authorities reserve the right to re-calculate the council tax band.

Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure aml procedures are carried out in accordance with the law

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price, Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts, the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (Subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.