Summary - 1 WATLING STREET MOUNTSORREL LOUGHBOROUGH LE12 7BD
Grade II listed cottage on historic Watling Street (restrictions apply)
Chain-free; offered to cash buyers for quicker purchase
Period features: exposed beams, stone/brickwork, log burner
Approx 776 sq ft; one double bedroom and one bathroom
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated — insulation work may be needed
Heating recorded as electric storage heaters (confirm mains fuel)
Very small private rear yard; low-maintenance outdoor space
Crime level above local average — check local data
A rare Grade II listed one-bedroom cottage tucked on historic Watling Street, offered chain-free and with a compact private rear yard. The house is praised for its period character — exposed beams, stone/brick features and a cosy fireplace — making it appealing to buyers after an immediately habitable, characterful home in Mountsorrel’s central village location.
Practical details include freehold tenure, a very economical Council Tax Band A, and a total internal area of about 776 sq ft. The property sits in an affluent area with good local amenities, nearby primary and secondary schools, and fast broadband — qualities that support short-stay rental potential (Airbnb) or a retirement/downsizing purchase. Flooding risk is recorded as nil.
Buyers should note material constraints: Grade II listing will restrict alterations and may complicate repair works; this is explicitly stated. Heating is recorded as electric storage heaters and the walls are solid brick with no installed insulation (assumed), so further insulation and heating upgrades may be needed for long-term economy and comfort. Crime is recorded above average for the area. The plot is very small, so outdoor space is limited.
The property has been described as beautifully maintained and may suit cash buyers seeking a swift purchase; information sources also reference new timber sash windows being fitted frontally and double glazing to the rear, but these points should be confirmed at viewing. Overall, this cottage is best for buyers who value period character and central convenience, accept listed-property constraints, and are prepared for modest retrofitting or conservation-led maintenance where required.
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