Church Lane, Melton Mowbray

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a characterful, three-bedroom period cottage in need of modernisation, situated in a highly sought-after village location.

This former forge retains its rustic charm with exposed beams and a feature central stone fireplace, offering a superb blank canvas for those looking to create a bespoke family home.

The property features a spacious through-lounge, a kitchen with garden access, and a substantial attached garage with potential for conversion (STPP), all complemented by a private rear garden.

Description
Occupying a prominent position in the heart of the highly regarded Vale of Belvoir village of Stathern, The Old Forge is a charming three-bedroom period cottage brimming with character and untapped potential. Offered to the market with no upward chain, this unique property presents a rare opportunity for those looking to undertake a comprehensive renovation project. With its striking brick and stone elevations, original features, and a generous garden, the property serves as the perfect blank canvas to create a bespoke home tailored to modern tastes while preserving its historic integrity.

The ground floor features an expansive dual-aspect living room, dominated by a central feature brick chimney breast with an inset log burner. Double doors open directly onto the rear garden, providing a wonderful sense of light and space. The kitchen, complete with traditional quarry-tiled flooring and exposed ceiling timbers, offers a functional footprint ready for a complete redesign. The practicalities are handled by a separate porch and ground-floor WC.

Upstairs, the first floor comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a notably spacious principal room with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. These are served by a family bathroom. Externally, the property benefits from an attached garageideal for conversion or secure storage parking space and an established, private rear garden that includes a lawned area and mature borders, offering a peaceful retreat in this sought-after village setting.