Bodnant Avenue, Evington, Leicester LE5 5RB
An elegant & stylish Edwardian bay fronted semi detached property, located in the sought after suburb of Evington & well served for the fashionable Queens Road shopping parade, Leicester University & renowned local schooling. The accommodation benefits from a superb 20' rear extension, is charmingly presented throughout, offering spacious living & providing a comfortable family home whilst briefly comprising: Minton tiled reception hallway, two formal reception rooms, fitted kitchen, four bedrooms, family bathroom suite & rear beautifully landscaped gardens. Internal inspection is highly recommended by the Agent.
ENTRANCE PORCH
Double arched doors with original frosted glass, white washed exposed brick surround and original Minton tiled floor:
RECEPTION HALLWAY
Having original frosted glass entrance door with matching side panels, beautiful Minton tiled hallway flooring with matching border, period part panelled walls inset with dado rail, picture rails, radiator, two under stair storage cupboards, providing access to meters and coat hanging & turned staircase leading to first floor:
GROUND FLOOR WC
Comprising of low level wc & wash hand basin, radiator, ceiling extractor fan, sash window to side elevation, loft access for services and quarry tiled flooring:
FORMAL MAIN LOUNGE 5.23m(17'2'') into bay x 4.22m(13'10'')
Featuring a superb cast iron fireplace with pretty tiled inset and slate hearth, finished with antique oiled pine surround, polished solid timber flooring, period coving to ceiling, picture rail, radiator, original bay window to front elevation and double 'Georgian' doors extending to:
RECEPTION TWO / STUDY 4.67m(15'4'') x 3.30m(10'10'')
Comprising polished solid timber flooring, radiator and featuring original French door & windows with open aspect to stunning sun room / dining room:
OPEN PLAN SUN ROOM/ DINING 6.15m(20'2'') x 3.89m(12'9'')
A stunning addition to the property & providing an excellent open plan family room or sun room /dining room - as currently used, offering versatile living and having open aspect to adjoining kitchen, reception two and the beautiful landscaped gardens for al fresco entertaining whilst briefly comprising: Exposed brick feature wall, polished solid timber flooring, wall mounted light fittings, radiators, double glazed picture windows to rear & side elevations and double glazed patio doors extending to rear sun terrace:
FITTED KITCHEN 4.06m(13'4'') x 2.79m(9'2'')
Comprising of a traditional range of fitted pine wood base, wall & drawer units, with granite effect work surfaces over, enamel one and half sink unit with moulded drainer and integrated stainless steel electric single oven/grill, four ring gas hob and matching stainless steel extractor canopy. Finished with decorative part tiled surround, quarry tiled flooring, wall mounted Glow Worm boiler, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer and original sash window to side elevation and two window panels to sun room:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Featuring spectacular stain leaded window to side elevation, galleried landing with original timber turned stair case & period part panelled walls inset with dado rail:
MASTER BEDROOM ONE 5.23m(17'2'') into bay x 3.30m(10'10'')
Featuring a range of trellis style double wardrobes fitted to recess, radiator and bay window to front elevation:
BEDROOM TWO 4.62m(15'2'') x 3.30m(10'10'')
Fitted with wall-to-wall built -in wardrobes with over head storage space, radiator and double glazed window to rear elevation:
BEDROOM THREE 2.87m(9'5'') x 2.82m(9'3'')
Radiator and sash window to front elevation:
BEDROOM FOUR 2.77m(9'1'') x 2.34m(7'8'')
Retaining original airing cupboard housing tank & shelving, polished wood flooring & double glazed window to rear elevation:
FAMILY BATHROOM SUITE 2.62m(8'7'') x 1.85m(6'1'')
Re-fitted with a stunning modern white suite fitted with a luxurious roll top bath, complete with claw feet with mixer tap over, low level wc and a contemporary styled wash hand basin fitted to vanity unit and separate walk-in shower cubicle with sliding double doors. All finished with a decorative marble tiled surround with contrasting edging border, slate effect tiled flooring, feature mirrored wall, ceiling mounted extractor fan and dual sash opaque windows to side elevation:
GARDEN
To the rear is an extremely attractive and deep set landscaped garden cleverly designed to incorporate defined areas and comprising of south facing paved terrace for al fresco dining, with private boundary wall surround, interspersed with decorative beds & borders cascading with colourful bedding plants, extending to a manicured lawn edged with both hedged and fenced boundaries with paved pathway extending to rear fish pond. The garden extends beyond to a shady woodland / orchard area filled with established fruit trees and bushes with pathway & steps leading to a raised sheltered patio and lawn area to boundary hedge, whilst retaining two useful wooden potting sheds for garden tools and one with power points for appliances.The front elevation has paved forecourt with hedged boundaries, wrought iron gateway and double side gated double entryway:
GARAGE 5.61m(18'5'') x 3.58m(11'9'')
Located at the rear of the garden is a substantial sized garage that can be accessed via a private lane from Roundhill Road, with secure gate for residents use only. Constructed of Chestnut wood, with side door and double concertina doors extending to lane access:
GENERAL REMARKS
We are unable to confirm whether certain items in the property are in fully working order (i.e. gas, electric, plumbing etc.) The property is offered for sale on this basis. Prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property and commission expert reports where appropriate. Barkers Estate Agents have a policy of seeking to obtain any copy guarantees / invoices relating to works that may have been carried out by a previous or existing owner. Please ask one of our staff members to check files for any relevant documentation that have come to our attention.Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any items shown are included in the sale with the property.FREE VALUATIONWe would be happy to provide you with a free market appraisal/valuation of your own property, should you wish to sell. Please speak to one of our staff to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.MONEY LAUNDERINGUnder the Protection Against Money Laundering and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, we must point out that any successful purchasers who are proceeding with a purchase will be asked for identification i.e. passport or driving licence or recent utility bill. This evidence will be required prior to solicitors being instructed in the purchase of the sale of a property. MORTGAGESBarkers Estate Agents offer the services of an independent mortgage and financial adviser. Please ask an advisor for further information.
VIEWING TIMES
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- Edwardian Semi-Detached
- Minton Tiled Hallway
- Two Formal Receptions
- Stunning 20' Extension
- Attractive Fitted Kitchen
- Four Bedrooms
- Bathroom Suite & Shower
- Superb Gardens & Garage