A Characterful Cottage with Endless Potential in the Heart of Old WoodhouseTucked away in the picturesque village of Old Woodhouse, this Grade II Listed detached granite-built cottage offers a rare opportunity to reimagine a true piece of local heritage. With its Wisteria-draped façade, original leaded windows and Swithland slate roof, this is a home brimming with charm and period character, ready to be lovingly restored and taken into its next chapter.Sitting beautifully, the cottage opens up to reveal an unexpectedly spacious layout and a generous mature garden to the rear, a secret sanctuary framed by trees, hedgerows and bursting with wildflowers and a magnificent apple tree.Step inside via the side driveway and you’re welcomed into a dining hall, where the exposed beams and an original brick fireplace set the tone. Thoughtful nooks and cupboard space nod to the home’s historic charm. To the rear, a garden room with exposed granite walls and glazed doors draw your eyes down the length of the garden, offering the perfect canvas for a light-filled living or entertaining space.To the front of the home sits a beamed sitting room, complete with a gas fire (currently disconnected). The adjoining kitchen offers tiled flooring, fitted cupboards, a compact breakfast bar, and space for appliances, with a practical boot room and cloakroom WC beyond.Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms, two with built-in storage, are served by a bathroom with shower attachment.Outside, the substantial granite-built garage/workshop provides exciting potential for conversion, subject to relevant permissions, ideal for use as a studio, office or additional accommodation.Perfectly placed in a sought-after village setting and brimming with original features, this is a home that captures the essence of rural charm—a rare find with scope to create something truly special.Note: This property is Grade II Listed and situated in a conservation area.Services: Mains water, gas, electric, drainage and broadband are connected to this property.Available mobile phone coverage: EE (Okay) O2 (Good) Three (Poor) Vodaphone (Okay) (Information supplied by Ofcom via Spectre)Available broadband: Standard / Superfast (Information supplied by Ofcom via Spectre)Potential purchasers are advised to seek their own advice as to the suitability of the services and mobile phone coverage, the above is for guidance only.Flood Risk: Very low risk of surface water flooding / Very low risk river and sea flooding (Information supplied by gov.uk and purchasers are advised to seek their own legal advice)Tenure: FreeholdLocal Council / Tax Band: Charnwood Borough Council / F (Improvement Indicator: No)Floor plan: Whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, all measurements are approximate and not to scale. The floor plan is for illustrative purposes only.DIGITAL MARKETS COMPETITION AND CONSUMERS ACT 2024 (DMCC ACT) The DMCC Act 2024, which came into force in April 2025, is designed to ensure that consumers are treated fairly and have all the information required to make an informed purchase, whether that be a property or any other consumer goods. Reed & Baum are committed to providing material information relating to the properties we are marketing to assist prospective buyers when making a decision to proceed with the purchase of a property. Please note all information will need to be verified by the buyers' solicitor and is given in good faith from information obtained from sources including but not restricted to HMRC Land Registry, Spectre, Ofcom, Gov.uk and provided by our sellers. EPC Rating: F
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