The Peterleas, Donisthorpe, Swadlincote
3 beds | 1 bath | 2 receptions | £510,000 Having knowledge of the purchase price allows you to calculate the overall expense incurred in acquiring the property. Read our glossary page
- Detached Property
- Rural Views
- Secluded Village Centre Location
- Semi Rural Location
- Land
- Approx 2 Acres including Paddock
Material Information
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A rare opportunity to acquire this private and well-presented three double bedroom detached bungalow, set along a quiet lane serving just three properties. Enjoying generous gardens, a detached double garage, and additional paddock land totalling approx. 2 acres. This home offers both space and seclusion with far-reaching views over the Leicestershire countryside.
The property features a spacious living room with patio doors, a bright kitchen diner with utility area, three well-proportioned double bedrooms, and a four-piece family bathroom. Externally, the home benefits from ample driveway parking, mature wraparound gardens, and a separate paddock, previously used for equestrian purposes (with restrictions on development).
Ideal for those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle, while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and transport links.
Council Tax Band: D (North West Leicestershire District Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Driveway, Garage, Off Street
Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Front Garden, Private Garden, Rear Garden
Electricity supply: Mains
Heating: Oil
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Restrictions: Restrictive covenants
External Approach
This quiet and highly private three-bedroom detached bungalow is set just off New Street in Donisthorpe. Accessed via a private gravel lane serving only three properties. The property sits on the left-hand side and is approached through a wooden five-bar gate leading to a part tarmac, part block-paved driveway, complemented by raised flower beds.
The driveway provides access to a detached double garage with security lighting, as well as a metal five-bar gate leading to the upper garden and additional land. Access to both the front and rear gardens is available via wooden and wrought iron gates respectively.
Entry to the property is through a modern black composite door with chrome fittings and glazed panel, allowing natural light into the welcoming entrance porch, which also features an external courtesy light.
Entrance hall 6.46m x 1.74m
A spacious and welcoming entrance hall finished in neutral décor with grey wood-effect laminate flooring. Features include two pendant lights, wall-mounted radiators, multiple power points, and loft access with ladder, lighting, and partial boarding. A central thermostat controls the heating system.
Kitchen/diner 5.9m x 3.81m
A bright, L-shaped kitchen diner with ample space for dining. Enjoys dual-aspect views, including a bay window overlooking open countryside. Fitted with wood-effect base and wall units, granite-effect worktops, tiled splashbacks, built-in oven, and electric hob. Additional features include laminate flooring, radiator, and ceiling lighting.
A glazed door leads to a useful utility area.
Utility 5.47m x 2.46m
Accessed via a glazed door from the kitchen, giving access to the rear patio. With plumbing for appliances, tiled flooring, radiator, and windows on three sides, maximising natural light and garden views.
Living room 3.8m x 6.88m
A spacious and inviting living area featuring a bay window and large sliding patio doors, offering beautiful views across the garden and towards the Leicestershire countryside. Finished with grey wood-effect flooring, multiple sockets, TV and aerial points, and an electric fire with marble surround.
Bedroom 1 3.65m x 3.8m
A generously sized double bedroom with a large window overlooking the front garden, offering excellent privacy thanks to mature laurel hedging. Finished in neutral tones with grey carpeting, pendant lighting, radiator, and multiple sockets.
Bedroom 2 3.33m x 3.8m
Another spacious double bedroom, also positioned at the front of the property, benefiting from similar garden views and privacy. Neutrally decorated with grey carpet, pendant light, radiator, and ample power points.
Bedroom 3 3.2m x 3.81m
A further double bedroom located to the rear, enjoying views over the garden and orchard. Bright and airy with neutral décor, grey carpeting, radiator, and pendant lighting.
Bathroom 2.11m x 3.79m
A well-appointed four-piece suite comprising a full-size bath, separate shower cubicle with chrome drench shower, pedestal wash basin, and WC. Finished with white tiling, wood-effect flooring, and wooden bath panelling. Additional features include an airing cupboard, extractor fan, ceiling lighting, and a privacy-glazed window.
Garage 6.2m x 5.12m
A detached double garage with two up-and-over doors and a separate stable-style side door. Equipped with power, lighting, workshop space, and an external water tap. Includes a separate WC with privacy window. Offers potential for conversion into an annexe (subject to permissions).
Garden
The mature gardens wrap around the property, featuring extensive lawn, patio areas, and established planting. The garden is private and sheltered by mature trees and hedging, with pathways leading to the garage, utility room, and living room patio doors.
Beyond the garden lies a paddock, previously used for horses, accessible via a five-bar gate. Please note there are restrictions on development within this land.
Postcode for Sat Navs
DE12 7QL
Local Authority and Council Tax Band
NWLDC
Band D
Property to Sell?
We are happy to provide a free valuation and explain how we combine our personal service with the use of the latest technology to achieve impressive and satisfying results for our customers.
Please note
MEASUREMENTS - Room measurements and floor plans are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring.
TENURE - We recommend that purchasers or their appointed solicitors satisfy themselves as to the tenure of this property.
SERVICES & EQUIPMENT - While we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of property details, we have not tested any services, heating, plumbing, equipment or apparatus, fixtures or fittings and therefore no guarantee can be given or implied that they are connected, in working order, or fit for purpose. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
PLANNING CONSENTS - It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Where property alterations have been undertaken, buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained.
MAKING AN OFFER
As part of our commitment to our Vendors, we ensure that all potential buyers are in a position to proceed with any offer they make. Therefore we will ask to see evidence as to how the purchase is going to be funded. If it is an outright cash purchase, we will ask you to confirm the source and availability of your funds, in order for us to present your offer in the best possible light to the Vendor(s).
STRUCTURAL
Nothing in these details shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase
The property features a spacious living room with patio doors, a bright kitchen diner with utility area, three well-proportioned double bedrooms, and a four-piece family bathroom. Externally, the home benefits from ample driveway parking, mature wraparound gardens, and a separate paddock, previously used for equestrian purposes (with restrictions on development).
Ideal for those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle, while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and transport links.
Council Tax Band: D (North West Leicestershire District Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Driveway, Garage, Off Street
Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Front Garden, Private Garden, Rear Garden
Electricity supply: Mains
Heating: Oil
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Restrictions: Restrictive covenants
External Approach
This quiet and highly private three-bedroom detached bungalow is set just off New Street in Donisthorpe. Accessed via a private gravel lane serving only three properties. The property sits on the left-hand side and is approached through a wooden five-bar gate leading to a part tarmac, part block-paved driveway, complemented by raised flower beds.
The driveway provides access to a detached double garage with security lighting, as well as a metal five-bar gate leading to the upper garden and additional land. Access to both the front and rear gardens is available via wooden and wrought iron gates respectively.
Entry to the property is through a modern black composite door with chrome fittings and glazed panel, allowing natural light into the welcoming entrance porch, which also features an external courtesy light.
Entrance hall 6.46m x 1.74m
A spacious and welcoming entrance hall finished in neutral décor with grey wood-effect laminate flooring. Features include two pendant lights, wall-mounted radiators, multiple power points, and loft access with ladder, lighting, and partial boarding. A central thermostat controls the heating system.
Kitchen/diner 5.9m x 3.81m
A bright, L-shaped kitchen diner with ample space for dining. Enjoys dual-aspect views, including a bay window overlooking open countryside. Fitted with wood-effect base and wall units, granite-effect worktops, tiled splashbacks, built-in oven, and electric hob. Additional features include laminate flooring, radiator, and ceiling lighting.
A glazed door leads to a useful utility area.
Utility 5.47m x 2.46m
Accessed via a glazed door from the kitchen, giving access to the rear patio. With plumbing for appliances, tiled flooring, radiator, and windows on three sides, maximising natural light and garden views.
Living room 3.8m x 6.88m
A spacious and inviting living area featuring a bay window and large sliding patio doors, offering beautiful views across the garden and towards the Leicestershire countryside. Finished with grey wood-effect flooring, multiple sockets, TV and aerial points, and an electric fire with marble surround.
Bedroom 1 3.65m x 3.8m
A generously sized double bedroom with a large window overlooking the front garden, offering excellent privacy thanks to mature laurel hedging. Finished in neutral tones with grey carpeting, pendant lighting, radiator, and multiple sockets.
Bedroom 2 3.33m x 3.8m
Another spacious double bedroom, also positioned at the front of the property, benefiting from similar garden views and privacy. Neutrally decorated with grey carpet, pendant light, radiator, and ample power points.
Bedroom 3 3.2m x 3.81m
A further double bedroom located to the rear, enjoying views over the garden and orchard. Bright and airy with neutral décor, grey carpeting, radiator, and pendant lighting.
Bathroom 2.11m x 3.79m
A well-appointed four-piece suite comprising a full-size bath, separate shower cubicle with chrome drench shower, pedestal wash basin, and WC. Finished with white tiling, wood-effect flooring, and wooden bath panelling. Additional features include an airing cupboard, extractor fan, ceiling lighting, and a privacy-glazed window.
Garage 6.2m x 5.12m
A detached double garage with two up-and-over doors and a separate stable-style side door. Equipped with power, lighting, workshop space, and an external water tap. Includes a separate WC with privacy window. Offers potential for conversion into an annexe (subject to permissions).
Garden
The mature gardens wrap around the property, featuring extensive lawn, patio areas, and established planting. The garden is private and sheltered by mature trees and hedging, with pathways leading to the garage, utility room, and living room patio doors.
Beyond the garden lies a paddock, previously used for horses, accessible via a five-bar gate. Please note there are restrictions on development within this land.
Postcode for Sat Navs
DE12 7QL
Local Authority and Council Tax Band
NWLDC
Band D
Property to Sell?
We are happy to provide a free valuation and explain how we combine our personal service with the use of the latest technology to achieve impressive and satisfying results for our customers.
Please note
MEASUREMENTS - Room measurements and floor plans are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring.
TENURE - We recommend that purchasers or their appointed solicitors satisfy themselves as to the tenure of this property.
SERVICES & EQUIPMENT - While we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of property details, we have not tested any services, heating, plumbing, equipment or apparatus, fixtures or fittings and therefore no guarantee can be given or implied that they are connected, in working order, or fit for purpose. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
PLANNING CONSENTS - It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Where property alterations have been undertaken, buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained.
MAKING AN OFFER
As part of our commitment to our Vendors, we ensure that all potential buyers are in a position to proceed with any offer they make. Therefore we will ask to see evidence as to how the purchase is going to be funded. If it is an outright cash purchase, we will ask you to confirm the source and availability of your funds, in order for us to present your offer in the best possible light to the Vendor(s).
STRUCTURAL
Nothing in these details shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase
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