Property description
Market Harborough 4 miles (with HST to St Pancras International)
Leicester 13 miles (with HST to St Pancras International). (All distances approximate)
The Situation
Foxhollow is situated in the popular south Leicestershire village of Foxton. The area is well known for its scenic quality and Foxton Locks are located nearby. Foxton has two public houses, a Parish church, village hall and an active community serving many interests, including tennis, snooker and horticultural clubs.
The popular town of Market Harborough is set some four miles away to the south and contains a good range of everyday shopping facilities, together with a commercial centre, leisure centre and golf club. The city of Leicester to the north provides a more extensive array of commercial, shopping and leisure facilities.
Communications to the area are excellent. with good links to Leicester, Peterborough, and Kettering. The A14 is set some fourteen miles to the south and the M1 is available at Junctions 20 and 21 to the west. A mainline rail service connects with London St Pancras from Market Harborough in just under an hour.
Sporting and recreational activities are also well catered for in the area. Golf at Leicester and Market Harborough. Water sports, including sailing and fishing, on Rutland Water, near Oakham and fishing on Eyebrook Reservoir near Uppingham. Educational establishments nearby are renowned with preparatory and primary education at Foxton, Bringhurst, Oakham and Stamford, whilst secondary education is available at Market Harborough, Uppingham, Oakham, Stamford, Oundle and Leicester.
The Property
Tucked away along a quiet country lane and nestled beside the tranquil Grand Union Canal, Fox Hollow is a truly unique and impeccably crafted new build home in the highly desirable village of Foxton. Offering approximately 3,500 sq ft of beautifully designed living space across three floors, this stunning property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a one-of-a-kind countryside retreat with the convenience of nearby transport links and village amenities.
Constructed by renowned local builders Richard Simmons Ltd, known for their craftsmanship and attention to detail, the property is a showcase of bespoke design and superior materials. From the moment you step inside the striking front door you are greeted by an impressive entrance hall with solid oak herringbone flooring, and underfloor heating. From here doors radiate to the various rooms and the stairs rise to the first floor with attractive custom stair rods a feature.
At the heart of the home is a spectacular open plan kitchen/ family/ dining room flooded with natural light from the dual aspect French doors that open onto the wraparound porcelain terrace. The bespoke kitchen features a handcrafted shaker kitchen with ‘Tristone’ worktops, Rangemaster with extractor over, ‘Bosch’ integral appliances to included dishwasher and larder fridge and freezer, island with ceramic sink and ‘Quooker’ boiling tap and a pantry cupboard with LED lighting inset, ideal for coffee station or bar.
The utility/ boot room is a practical and stylish space featuring stunning limestone flooring, fitted cabinetry with with tongue and groove panelled coats area with bespoke storage and coats cupboards.
The sitting room is a fabulous living space with engineered oak flooring, high ceilings with egg and dart coving, and decorative ceiling rose. Dual aspect windows flood the room with light, whilst a log burner set into a fireplace with a tiled heart and solid oak mantelpieces provides a charming focal point.
Furthermore, to the ground floor is a guest cloakroom with walk in double shower with Hansgrohe fittings and Heritage sanitary ware.
To the first floor are four excellent sized bedrooms with the principal suite an impressive space with large window to the front elevation and French doors opening to a Juliet balcony offering delightful countryside views. A luxurious dressing room with bespoke fitted wardrobes and a stunning ensuite with Karndean flooring, heritage sanitaryware and Hansgrohe shower enclosure. The family bathroom has been finished to an exceptional standard with freestanding claw-foot bath, corner shower enclosure and period style sanitaryware.
To the second floor is a luxurious double bedroom with triple aspect including a porthole framing countryside views and a beautifully appointed ensuite. The sixth bedroom is complemented by a separate well-appointed bathroom.
Outside
Accessed from the main road, a private, electric gated driveway leads to the double garage with Hormann electric doors, power, solar panels, personnel access and a fully boarded loft. Set behind automated, phone controlled electric gates, the block paved driveway offers parking for multiple cars. Porcelain paved steps lead to the front door, with the wraparound patio extending to the south and west-facing seating areas – perfect for outdoor entertaining and enjoying views of the adjacent fields. A rear courtyard and side area provide discreet bin storage and garage access.
General Remarks
Viewing
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West. [use Contact Agent Button].
Services
Mains water; gas, electricity and drainage are connected. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
Local Authority
Harborough District Council
Important Notice
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