Skinners Lane, Whitwick, Coalville, LE67 5HF
Listed 11 Jun 2026 · price reduced 21 Sept 2026 · Coalville
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Key features
- Historic Two Bedroom Cottage With Unique Local Heritage And Character
- Beautifully Renovated Throughout With Modern Finishes
- Bespoke Handmade Kitchen With Premium Integrated Appliances
- Spacious Sitting Room With Feature Fireplace And Garden Access
- Separate Snug With Multi Fuel Burner And Inglenook Fireplace
- Two Double Bedrooms With Built In Storage Solutions
- Contemporary Shower Room With Walk In Shower And Vanity Unit
- Generous Private Plot With Gated Driveway And Ample Parking
- Planning Permission Granted For Substantial Future Extension
- EPC: D
About this home
A unique and characterful cottage in the heart of Whitwick village, combining historic charm with modern living. Believed to have been the home of the only postman in the UK awarded the Victoria Cross, this beautifully renovated property occupies a private plot just moments from the Market Place and local amenities including shops, cafés, pubs, GP surgery, pharmacy, dentist, Post Office and public transport links.
The accommodation comprises a utility/boot room with WC, washing machine plumbing and space for a fridge freezer. The bespoke handmade kitchen features HolmeTree cabinetry, integrated dishwasher, Belfast sink with Quooker hot tap, Rangemaster cooker, induction hob and underfloor heating.
The spacious sitting room offers solid wood flooring, feature fireplace, understairs storage and patio doors opening onto the garden. A separate front snug includes a multi-fuel burner set within an inglenook fireplace and houses the Worcester Bosch combi boiler installed in 2021.
To the first floor are two double bedrooms, both with fitted storage, and a contemporary shower room with walk-in shower and vanity unit. The property benefits from gas central heating, uPVC double glazing, a replacement roof and upgraded loft insulation.
Outside, a gated driveway bordered by historic dry-stone walls provides parking for 4-5 vehicles. The generous plot includes landscaped gardens, raised beds, patio seating areas, EV charging capability, two timber sheds, a carport and a brick-built office converted from a former wheelwright's building. Freestanding studio not included.
Full planning permission has been granted for a substantial luxury extension, offering excellent scope for future expansion.
A rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive village-centre home with history, privacy, character and future potential.
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - North West Leicestershire Council
Council Tax Band : A
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Property details
- Property type
- Cottage
- Size
- 833 sq ft / 77 sq m
- Council tax band
- A
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Driveway, Off street
- Garden
- Yes
- Heating
- Gas central, Underfloor heating, Wood burner
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
Floorplan
Location
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- Loughborough Station7.2 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in LE67 over the last 12 months: detached £345k · semi-detached £234k · terraced £172k · flat £125k.
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Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Melbourne Sales & Lets, Melbourne on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 11 Jun 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 21/09/2026.
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