Summary - Stonehill Drive, Great Glen, LEICESTER LE8 9EL
2 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
South-facing garden and workshop ideal for first-time buyers seeking extra space.
Ground-floor two-bedroom flat, about 705 sq ft
A spacious two-bedroom ground-floor flat with a private, south-facing garden and large timber workshop — rare at this price in Great Glen. The open lounge/diner, fitted kitchen and modern shower room create ready-to-live-in accommodation suitable for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors wanting straightforward layouts and outdoor space.
Practical positives include off-street parking to the rear, an average-sized 705 sq ft footprint, and a long lease (around 119 years remaining). The timber-built workshop/man-cave offers flexible space for hobbies, storage or a home studio and is a strong value-add for residents who need extra room.
Important sale details and running costs: the home is leasehold and is being sold at modern auction, subject to an undisclosed reserve price. Buyers must allow for non-refundable reservation and buyer’s fees (including a Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price, minimum £6,600, plus a pack preparation fee up to £349). Conduct full due diligence and review the buyer information pack before bidding.
Note practical considerations: heating is by electric storage heaters (higher running costs possible), and external walls are cavity with no insulation assumed — upgrading thermal performance may be advisable. Overall this is a sensible, affordable entry property in a very affluent, low-crime village setting, offering straightforward scope to personalise and reduce future energy bills.
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