3 bed detached house for sale

Burden Lane, Harby, Melton Mowbray LE14

Please quote agent ref EH1626 Marketed by Emma Hardy Personal Estate Agent

A one-off home with A story to tell, in the heart of harby

Individually designed and self-built by the current owners in 2011, this is no ordinary three-bedroom house. It is a one-off home, created specifically for this plot and brought to life with imagination, care and a clear understanding of how a house should feel.

From the moment you arrive, there is a sense that this is a home with personality. The proportions, layout, materials and finishes have all been thoughtfully considered, creating a property that feels warm, individual and beautifully connected to the way it has been lived in.

This is a house for people who want more than a standard new-build layout. A home with character. A home with flexibility. A home with a story already woven into its walls, yet with plenty of opportunity for its next owners to write the next chapter.

The accommodation is wonderfully adaptable, with the current owners using one of the generous first-floor rooms as an office, which could readily return to bedroom use. On the ground floor, the separate dining room offers further flexibility and could potentially be used as a bedroom, while the adjoining WC could be adapted to incorporate a shower, subject to the necessary work. Together, these options provide useful flexibility for families, guests, home working or changing needs over time.

And then there is the setting.

Positioned in the heart of Harby, within the beautiful Vale of Belvoir, this is village life at its most appealing. A place where you can walk to the local shop, enjoy the village park, make use of the primary school and meet friends at one of the local public houses. Harby offers that increasingly rare combination of community, convenience and countryside, with a welcoming atmosphere that makes it feel like far more than simply an address.

The home

The welcoming central hallway is where the house begins to reveal its character.

Beautiful patterned black and white tiled flooring creates an immediate sense of theatre, drawing the eye through the entrance and setting the tone for the individuality found throughout the property. This is not a home that relies on bland uniformity; it has been designed to make an impression.

The hallway leads to the principal living spaces, kitchen, ground-floor WC, dining room and bespoke Accoya staircase.

To the left, the kitchen is both practical and beautifully appointed. Wood doors, granite worktops and a Belfast sink create a timeless feel, while excellent storage and integrated appliances make the room as useful as it is attractive.

The kitchen includes an integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, together with space for a gas oven, providing everything needed for everyday family life.

From here, the home opens into the open-plan dining and living space, a wonderful area designed for life to unfold. Morning coffee, family meals, long lunches, evening drinks and gatherings with friends all have their place here.

At the rear, natural light pours into the dining and lounge areas, while double doors open directly onto the garden and patio. In the warmer months, the house and garden become one flowing entertaining space, with guests able to move easily between inside and out.

The lounge is warm and inviting, with a log burner creating a natural focal point. Imagine winter evenings here: The fire lit, the room glowing and the village outside settling into the quiet rhythm of the season.

Towards the front of the house, the separate dining room offers excellent flexibility. It is currently used as a dining room but could potentially become a ground-floor bedroom if required, while the adjoining WC could be adapted to incorporate a shower, subject to the necessary work.

First floor

The beautiful bespoke Accoya staircase leads to the first-floor landing, where the current arrangement provides two bedrooms, a generous office, which could be used as a third bedroom with some minor amendments, and the family bathroom.

The principal bedroom is a generous and peaceful retreat, with a wonderful sense of space and the added luxury of a walk-in wardrobe area, creating a private dressing space rather than simply fitted storage. The room is enhanced by an attractive front-facing dormer window, beneath pitched roofs, creating a distinctive architectural feature and bringing plenty of natural light into the room.

The second bedroom is also a good-sized room with fitted wardrobe space, making it ideal for family, guests or as a comfortable double bedroom.

Currently used as an office, the third bedroom could be returned to bedroom use with minor alterations. This gives the house excellent flexibility: A three-bedroom home with a dining room, superb office and additional living space, or potentially a four-bedroom home depending on how the accommodation is configured

The family bathroom continues the home’s individual style, with a roll-top-style bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Tiled finishes and an attractive front-facing dormer window add both character and natural light, resulting in a room that feels calm, bright and considered.

Quality & specification

A particular strength of this individually designed home is the quality of the materials, fixtures and finishes selected by the owners.

The property benefits from Accoya® timber double-glazed windows, chosen for their durability and longevity. The Accoya® timber is covered by a 50-year manufacturer's warranty, subject to the terms of that warranty.

Heating is provided by a Worcester Combi boiler, with traditional-style cast iron column radiators throughout, adding an attractive period-inspired detail to this individually designed modern home. The property also features a Firefox log burner, creating a warm and inviting focal point within the lounge.

Further quality finishes include engineered oak flooring (downstairs), matching engineered oak skirting boards and oak internal doors throughout.

Within the kitchen, carefully selected cabinetry is complemented by granite worktops, a Belfast sink and integrated kitchen appliances.

Within the hall, you are greeted by a beautiful bespoke Accoya timber staircase, contributing to the consistent and carefully considered specification found throughout the home.

The garden

Rear Garden

The rear garden is one of the home’s great pleasures — a beautifully enclosed and private outdoor space, thoughtfully designed for entertaining, relaxing and enjoying the garden without the upkeep of a large lawn.

Running the full width of the home is a natural stone-paved patio, which provides an excellent extension to the living space, with plenty of room for outdoor dining, seating and summer gatherings.

Natural stone pathways continue through the garden, bordered by attractive gravel, raised timber sleeper beds and an abundance of established, colourful planting, reflecting the care of a keen gardener and giving the garden a wonderfully established feel.

A charming ornamental pond, edged with natural stone, provides a peaceful focal point, while mature shrubs and natural woven screening enhance the sense of privacy. The combination of stone, gravel, timber and planting creates a garden that feels individual, beautifully cared for and relaxed rather than overly formal.

At the end of the garden, a charming summer house provides a versatile additional space — perfect as a home office, creative studio, hobby room, reading room or simply somewhere to sit and enjoy the garden.

It is a garden designed to be enjoyed throughout the seasons; a quiet place for morning coffee, a sociable space when friends and family gather, and a sheltered retreat to enjoy from the warmth of the house when the cooler months arrive.

Front Garden

From the striking red brick frontage, traditional pitched slate roof and characterful dormer windows with decorative timber detailing, the home has a wonderful sense of personality from the moment you arrive. A gravel driveway provides off-street parking for two cars, with established planting creating an attractive and welcoming approach.

The position is particularly appealing, with the property sitting conveniently within the heart of Harby. Village amenities are close at hand, while the surrounding Vale of Belvoir provides beautiful countryside, open skies and endless opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring.

Life in harby

Harby is a village with a genuine sense of community and a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere.

Situated in the Vale of Belvoir, it offers the pleasures of village life without feeling isolated. There is a primary school, local shop, village park and The Nags Head, a historic village pub with origins dating back to the 1600s, offering a wonderful place to meet friends, enjoy a drink or simply become part of village life.

There is an active community and plenty happening throughout the year, creating the sort of village where everyday life feels more connected. Children can grow up with space to play, neighbours become familiar faces, and weekends can be spent exploring the surrounding countryside, enjoying village events or simply making the most of a slower pace of life.

It is the combination of community, countryside and everyday convenience that makes Harby such a special place to call home.

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For those seeking a home with individuality, flexibility and a strong sense of place, this one-off self-build offers something genuinely special.

Designed and built by the people who know it best, lovingly maintained and ready for its next chapter, this is a home that combines thoughtful craftsmanship with the warmth of village life.

A house with character. A garden with promise. A village with heart. And a story waiting for its next owners.

Mains services – Mains drainage, water and electricity are connected.

Council tax - This home is in Council Tax Band D according to the Melton District Council website. The property is currently rated as Council Tax Band D. However, buyers should be aware that the local authority may review the council tax banding following completion.

Agents note - Please be advised that the property details may be subject to change and must not be relied upon as an accurate description of this home. Although these details are considered materially correct, the accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not form part of any contract. Where a title plan map image is available, we will use this in all marketing, but if it is not, we will add lines to what we believe are the boundaries of the subject property. All services and appliances must be considered 'untested', and a buyer should ensure their appointed solicitor collates any relevant information or service/warranty documentation. Please note that all dimensions are approximate/maximums and should not be relied upon for floor coverings.

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