Mallard Close, Aylestone, Leicester, LE2 8DY
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Providing ample accommodation including a superb kitchen/dining room, two bathrooms and a good-sized garden, there is also off-street parking for two cars and a garage.
This charming family home is approached via a paved path, with shingle-covered beds on either side, to a part-glazed front door that opens into the entrance hall. To the left are the stairs to the first floor, beneath which is a storage cupboard, while opposite is the part-tiled cloakroom, which has a low-level WC, a heated towel rail and a pedestal wash hand basin.
On the right of the hall is the superb kitchen/breakfast room which overlooks the front of the property through a deep bay window, allowing plenty of light to flood the room, and a lovely bench seat. The modern kitchen has a range of wall, base and drawer units with wood effect composite work surfaces, upstands and mosaic-tiled walls above. A single drainer stainless steel sink has a mixer tap with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer below, while integrated appliances include an oven with an electric hob and extractor hood above, a dishwasher and a fridge/freezer. The central island, also with a wood effect composite work surface provides plenty of storage space and seating space on one side.
At the rear of the property and overlooking the garden is the living/dining room with a wood floor and from the dining area are double doors that open out onto the paved terrace.
The carpeted staircase leads to the first-floor landing where you will find two double bedrooms, one with an en suite, a single bedroom, the family shower room, a large storage cupboard and access to the loft, which is part-boarded. The principal bedroom has a range of mirror-fronted fitted wardrobes and an en suite comprising a low-level WC, a pedestal wash hand basin with a tiled splashback, a heated towel rail and an independent corner shower with sliding glazed doors.
The family shower room features a wood floor and a white suite incorporating a low level WC, a pedestal wash hand basin with a tiled splashback and mirror-fronted wall cabinet above, a heated towel rail and a large fully filed shower with a sliding glass door.
At the front of the property, there is a selection of mature shrubs and small trees while to the left of the property is a tarmac driveway providing parking for two vehicles and leading to a single garage with an up-and-over door, lighting and power. There is also a door from the garage at the rear into the garden.
The enclosed rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of shrubs and plans, and is bordered by wood fence panels. There is an extensive paved terrace providing you with ample space for a table and chairs, lending itself to family gatherings and entertaining.
Ideally located to the south of Leicester city centre in the well-liked Aylestone village that is popular with families, the property is within easy reach of the renowned Queens Road and a range of local shops, supermarkets, restaurants and pubs, including Fosse Shopping Park. There is also an array of leisure and sporting facilities, such as tennis and squash courts, a fully equipped gym with pool and sauna, as well as football, cricket and rugby clubs. Aylestone Meadows, which is within walking distance, and the River Soar are home to a wonderful selection of wildlife and Leicester’s largest local nature reserve, and there are a variety of local schools nearby.
Leicester city centre provides a wider selection of shopping outlets, boutiques, eateries and cafes. Leicester’s mainline rail station is easily accessible by bus and provides services to London St Pancras in around an hour. There is an excellent selection of private and state schools, as well as Leicester and De Montfort universities, all of which are within easy reach.
Viewings and Directions: Viewing by appointment only through the sole agent Oliver Rayns
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