6 bed detached house for sale

Wayside, Dawsons Lane, Barwell, Leicester LE9

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A substantial bespoke detached family home with countryside views, exceptional flexible living space and outstanding home-working potential

Wayside is an impressive and highly individual detached residence, occupying a peaceful and private position on Dawsons Lane, Barwell, with elevated southerly views across open countryside.

Designed and built by its current and only owner, this is a one-off home of real substance, created with family life, flexibility and long-term practicality in mind. It offers generous accommodation across two floors, excellent parking, a double garage, workshop, large first-floor studio/office, separate insulated summer house and a layout that could adapt beautifully to changing family needs.

This is not a standard modern executive home. Wayside combines the scale and convenience of a substantial family property with the character and individuality of a bespoke residence. It offers open-plan living where it matters, quieter rooms for work or relaxation, excellent storage, strong security features and valuable additional spaces rarely found together in one home.

For buyers seeking privacy, views, space, home-working potential, multi-generational flexibility or room to run a business from home, Wayside represents a rare and compelling opportunity.

Key features

Substantial detached bespoke family home

Private elevated setting with far-reaching open countryside views

Five/six bedrooms and highly flexible accommodation

Large open-plan kitchen, dining and family living space

Generous sitting room with inglenook fireplace and wood-burning stove

Separate formal dining room with direct garden access

Dedicated study/home office on the ground floor

Exceptional first-floor studio/office measuring approximately 32 ft 10 in

Strong potential for master suite, annexe-style accommodation, cinema room, games room or business space, subject to any necessary consents

Double garage with electric roller shutter doors

Workshop with high ceiling, heating, window and external access

Extensive driveway parking for approximately 6-7 vehicles

Fully insulated summer house with power and Wi-Fi

Underfloor heating throughout with individual room controls

Integrated vacuum system, CCTV and alarm

Wildlife pond, garden, patio and recently built decking

Excellent access to Hinckley, Leicester, Birmingham, the A47, A5 and M69

Freehold

The setting

Wayside occupies a particularly attractive position along Dawsons Lane, set away from heavy passing traffic and enjoying a sense of privacy that is increasingly difficult to find.

The approach to the property gives an immediate impression of space. A tarmac driveway leads to a lower parking area and wildlife garden, complete with a pond that attracts birds and local wildlife. The block-paved driveway then rises towards the front of the house, where there is generous parking for several vehicles.

The home sits in an elevated position with open views to the south, allowing natural light to flood into the living spaces throughout the day. The result is a property that feels peaceful and semi-rural, yet remains well connected to local amenities, schools, shops and transport links.

Entrance hall

The entrance hall creates an immediate sense of arrival. Oak flooring, a striking staircase with oak balustrade and a statement chandelier set the tone for the rest of the property.

This is a spacious and welcoming entrance, large enough to feel impressive but still practical for everyday family life. It provides access to the principal ground-floor rooms and gives the house a natural flow.

Cloakroom

A conveniently positioned ground-floor cloakroom is located off the entrance hall and is fitted with a low-level WC and wash hand basin. It is half tiled and practical for family use and visiting guests.

Sitting room

The sitting room is a superbly proportioned dual-aspect reception room measuring approximately 20 ft 1 in x 15 ft 5 in.

This is a warm and characterful space, with engineered oak flooring, exposed ceiling beams and an impressive inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove. The proportions make it ideal for both relaxed family evenings and entertaining, while the traditional detailing gives the room a strong sense of comfort and individuality.

It is a room that works all year round - light and spacious during the day, cosy and atmospheric in the evening.

Dining room

The formal dining room measures approximately 15 ft 8 in x 10 ft and offers a refined space for family meals, celebrations and entertaining.

With solid oak flooring, Jacobean-style panelled walls and French doors opening directly onto the rear patio, the room has a strong connection to the garden. Double oak doors also link it to the kitchen/family room, allowing the ground floor to work beautifully for larger gatherings.

This is a genuine dining room rather than an afterthought - a valuable feature for buyers who still want proper entertaining space alongside open-plan living.

Study / home office

The ground-floor study measures approximately 10 ft 3 in x 8 ft 3 in and is currently used as a home office.

It is ideal for buyers who work from home, need a quiet administrative space, or want a separate room away from the main living areas. It could also be used as a snug, playroom, reading room or hobby space.

There may also be scope to reconfigure this area to enlarge the cloakroom or create additional ground-floor facilities, subject to requirements.

Kitchen, dining and family room

At the heart of Wayside is the superb open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, measuring approximately 23 ft 8 in x 23 ft 6 in at its maximum points.

This is the central living space of the home and has been designed for real family use. It offers room to cook, eat, relax and spend time together, without losing the sense of structure and practicality that busy households need.

Four Velux roof lights, combined with additional glazing and doors to the garden, create a bright and uplifting atmosphere. The space naturally connects with the patio outside, making it ideal for summer entertaining, family barbecues or simply opening the doors on warmer days.

The kitchen includes:

Large central island with polished mirror-fleck granite work surface

Breakfast bar seating for informal dining

Double Butler’s sink

Recently renovated traditional painted cabinetry

Solid oak work surfaces

Electric Rangemaster cooker set within a feature recess

Integrated dishwasher

American-style fridge included in the sale

Excellent preparation and storage space

This room is one of the strongest lifestyle features of the property. It is large enough to support family life, attractive enough for entertaining and practical enough for everyday use.

Pantry and storage

A spacious walk-in pantry provides extensive shelving and storage, helping to keep the kitchen uncluttered and organised. There is also useful under-stairs storage nearby.

For buyers who cook regularly, entertain, shop in bulk or simply value proper household storage, this is a highly practical benefit.

Utility room

The utility room measures approximately 10 ft 4 in x 7 ft 9 in and provides essential practical space away from the main kitchen.

It is fitted with complementary cabinetry and includes a second Butler’s sink, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer, boiler cupboard and further storage.

This is a proper working utility room, ideal for laundry, pets, coats, cleaning equipment and the practical demands of a busy home.

Workshop

The workshop is an unusually valuable additional space, measuring approximately 16 ft x 13 ft.

Accessed via a custom-built staircase, it benefits from an impressive ceiling height of approximately 11 ft, underfloor heating, a window and an external door.

Currently used as a workshop and storage area, it could suit a wide range of future uses, including:

Hobby room

Studio

Gym

Creative workspace

Business storage

Playroom

Additional living space, subject to requirements

Practical workspace for trades, crafts or collections

This is one of the features that gives Wayside such strong long-term flexibility.

Double garage

The double garage measures approximately 19 ft 3 in x 18 ft 3 in and is both spacious and well equipped.

It includes two electric roller shutter doors, a mezzanine storage level and a Belfast sink with hot and cold water. It also houses the central unit for the integrated vacuum system and provides further space for laundry appliances if required.

For buyers with multiple vehicles, hobbies, tools, bikes or equipment, this is a major practical advantage.

First-floor landing

The galleried landing provides access to the bedrooms, family bathroom and the impressive studio/office space.

A loft hatch with ladder gives access to a large, partially boarded roof space, offering useful additional storage.

Principal bedroom

The principal bedroom measures approximately 16 ft x 13 ft 8 in and enjoys attractive views across open fields.

It is a generous, peaceful room with excellent natural light and fitted “his and hers” wardrobes. The outlook gives it a calm, private feel, making it a comfortable retreat at the end of the day.

En-suite bathroom

The en-suite is well appointed and includes a raised bath with feature lighting, separate shower cubicle with rainfall and handheld attachments, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.

It provides both convenience and comfort, with a layout suited to everyday use.

Bedrooms two to five

The remaining bedrooms are well proportioned and flexible.

They could be used as children’s bedrooms, guest rooms, dressing rooms, additional workspaces or hobby rooms, depending on the buyer’s needs.

Bedroom four benefits from fitted wardrobes with mirrored and illuminated doors, providing excellent storage.

Bedroom five is currently styled as a nursery but could also work well as a study, dressing room or smaller bedroom.

The flexibility of the bedroom layout is one of the property’s major strengths, particularly for larger families, blended families or buyers needing multiple work-from-home spaces.

Family bathroom

The family bathroom is spacious and well equipped, featuring a jacuzzi-style bath, double shower cubicle, wash basin, WC, fitted storage and heated towel rail.

Its size and specification make it practical for family life while still offering a sense of comfort and relaxation.

Studio / office space

One of the most impressive and unusual features of Wayside is the expansive first-floor studio/office, measuring approximately 32 ft 10 in in length.

Currently used as a photographic studio, leisure space and office, this room offers exceptional flexibility and significantly increases the long-term potential of the property.

Possible uses include:

Large home office

Creative studio

Photography or design workspace

Games room

Cinema room

Teenagers’ lounge

Luxury principal suite

Annexe-style accommodation, subject to any necessary consents

Business workspace

Fitness or wellbeing room

For today’s buyers, this kind of space is increasingly valuable. It gives the property genuine work-from-home capability without compromising the main living areas.

It also gives the next owner options. Families change, work patterns change and lifestyle needs change - this room allows the house to evolve.

Outside space

The rear garden offers a private patio area, ideal for outdoor dining, summer entertaining and everyday relaxation.

A recently built decked area, completed in 2025, provides an elevated seating space outside the summer house. The garden itself offers scope for further landscaping, planting, vegetable beds or family-friendly outdoor space.

To the front, the wildlife pond and surrounding greenery enhance the sense of tranquillity and connection to nature.

The outside space is manageable but full of potential, making it ideal for buyers who want countryside views and outdoor enjoyment without taking on an overly demanding plot.

Summer house

The summer house measures approximately 17 ft x 10 ft and is fully insulated, with power and Wi-Fi.

Currently used as a gym, it could also make an excellent:

Separate home office

Therapy or wellbeing room

Art or craft studio

Music room

Teenagers’ space

Reading room

Business or consultation space, subject to requirements

The fact that it is separate from the main house makes it particularly useful for buyers who want a clear boundary between home and work.

Garden shed

A garden shed measuring approximately 10 ft x 8 ft is included in the sale, providing further storage for garden tools, outdoor furniture and equipment.

Technology, comfort and security

Wayside has been built with comfort, efficiency and practicality in mind.

Features include:

Underfloor heating throughout

Individual room temperature controls

Integrated vacuum system
CCTV


Alarm system

Double glazing

Strong insulation

Central heating

Broadband/adsl availability noted on the listing

These features make the home comfortable, secure and practical for modern living.

Location

Barwell is a well-served Leicestershire village offering a strong community feel and a useful range of local amenities, including shops, cafés, public houses, schools and healthcare facilities.

Nearby Hinckley provides a wider range of facilities, including supermarkets, leisure amenities, a community hospital and rail links to Birmingham and Leicester.

The property is well placed for access to:

Hinckley

Leicester

Birmingham

Burbage

Earl Shilton

A47

A5

M69

Nearby Burbage Common and surrounding countryside also provide opportunities for walking, leisure and outdoor activity.

Wayside therefore offers the balance many buyers are looking for: A peaceful setting with countryside views, without losing access to towns, roads, schools, amenities and commuter links.