6 bed detached house for sale

Badgers Croft, Thringstone LE67

Ref - DA1155

Introduction

Some homes are built to accommodate a family. Others are designed to enhance the way a family lives. Badgers Croft firmly belongs in the latter.

Occupying an enviable position within a private cul-de-sac in the sought-after village of Thringstone, this individually designed six-bedroom executive residence is unlike anything else currently available. Set behind electric gates on an impressive plot, the home extends across four beautifully designed floors, effortlessly blending striking architecture with luxurious family living.

From the moment you step into the unique turret entrance, it’s clear this is a home that has been thoughtfully crafted. Every detail has been carefully considered, from the solid real wood internal doors throughout and engineered oak flooring to the CAT5 cabling, integrated speaker system, rainwater harvesting system and incredible entertainment spaces. Whether hosting family celebrations, enjoying a movie night in the cinema, relaxing in the hot tub garden room or simply spending time together in the stunning open-plan kitchen and family area, this is a home that adapts effortlessly to every stage of family life.

Entrance Porch

The property’s distinctive turret creates a truly memorable first impression.

Entered through a front double glazed door, the entrance porch is finished with tiled flooring before a solid real wood door leads through into the main home. It’s a unique architectural feature that immediately sets Badgers Croft apart and hints at the exceptional accommodation that lies beyond.

Entrance Hall

The reception hall is every bit as impressive as you’d expect from a home of this calibre.

Engineered oak flooring flows beautifully throughout the space, complemented by matching engineered oak stairs rising to the first floor. A striking portrait feature window allows natural light to pour in, while two radiators, elegant wall lights and extensive under-stair storage ensure practicality sits comfortably alongside style.

From here, doors lead to the principal ground floor accommodation and staircase down to the basement level, creating a wonderful sense of flow throughout the home.

Throughout the property, the craftsmanship continues with beautiful solid real wood internal doors, reinforcing the exceptional quality found in every room.

Lounge - 6.4m x 4.37m (21'0"Max x 14'4"Max)

Elegant yet wonderfully comfortable, the living room is designed to be enjoyed throughout every season.

The feature fireplace, complete with a log-burning stove, creates an inviting focal point, beautifully framed by two portrait windows and feature spotlights. Two rear double glazed windows together with French doors flood the room with natural light whilst offering uninterrupted views across the garden.

An integrated speaker system enhances the atmosphere whether relaxing with family or entertaining guests, while two radiators ensure year-round comfort.

This is a room equally suited to cosy winter evenings around the fire as it is to opening the doors onto the garden during the summer months.

Dining Room - 3.23m x 2.95m (10'7"Max x 9'8"Max)

Currently utilised as a formal dining room, this elegant space offers excellent versatility and could equally become a second sitting room, library or home office.

A front bay window provides excellent natural light, whilst the radiator and decorative wall lights create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The room also benefits from CAT5 networking, making it ideal for those who require reliable connectivity for home working or modern technology.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 4.83m x 3.91m (15'10" x 12'10")

Without doubt, this is one of the true centrepieces of the home.

Designed to combine luxury with practicality, the kitchen offers an extensive range of fitted wall and base units beneath beautiful granite worktops. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, electric oven, grill, steamer, gas hob and extractor, while there is also space and plumbing for an American-style fridge freezer.

Underfloor heating provides exceptional comfort beneath the lvt flooring, while feature pelmet lighting, under-counter lighting, kickboard lighting and ceiling spotlights combine to create a beautifully illuminated workspace.

A one-and-a-half bowl sink sits beneath the rear window overlooking the gardens, whilst a stylish breakfast area creates the perfect place to begin the day.

This is very much the heart of the home—designed for everyday family life just as much as entertaining on a grand scale.

Snug - 4.62m x 3.07m (15'2" x 10'1")

Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, the family snug creates a wonderful social hub where everyone can remain together whilst enjoying their own space.

The integrated speaker system continues into this room, complementing the contemporary finish created by the lvt flooring and ceiling spotlights.

A beautiful rear bay with French doors opens directly onto the gardens, creating a seamless connection between inside and out and making this an exceptional room throughout the warmer months.

Utility Room - 3.91m x 1.52m (12'10" x 5'0")

Beautifully equipped to match the quality of the kitchen, the utility room keeps the practical side of family life neatly tucked away.

The room benefits from underfloor heating, fitted wall and base units, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer and a stainless steel sink. A rear window and side entrance door provide plenty of natural light and easy external access.

The property’s rainwater harvesting system and pump are also housed here—another thoughtful feature that highlights the attention given to both practicality and sustainability.

Shower Room

Perfect for busy family life and visiting guests alike, the ground floor shower room is beautifully appointed with a designer twin-head shower incorporating a luxurious rainfall head, WC and wash hand basin.

Finished with tiled walls and flooring together with a heated towel rail, it offers both style and practicality.

Home Office - 3.15m x 2.24m (10'4" x 7'4")

Currently arranged as a crafts room, this flexible reception room could effortlessly become a home office, playroom, studio or consulting room.

Oak-effect flooring, ceiling spotlights, radiator and a side window ensure the room feels bright and welcoming, whilst a wide access door leading to the basement has been thoughtfully designed to allow larger furniture and equipment to pass through with ease.

Lobby

Providing direct access to the rear driveway, the rear lobby also incorporates the boiler room together with useful log storage and ceiling spotlights, creating another practical space that supports everyday family living.

First Floor Landing

The first floor is every bit as impressive as the ground floor.

Three portrait windows flood the landing with natural light before opening into one of the home’s most beautiful features—the stunning turret seating area. Beautifully designed as a peaceful reading nook or quiet retreat, this unique circular space perfectly showcases the individuality of the property.

Airing cupboard storage, two radiators and the solid oak balustrade complete an exceptional first impression of the bedroom accommodation.

Master Bedroom - 5.11m x 3.73m (16'9"Max x 12'3"Max)

The principal suite has been designed to provide the feel of a luxury boutique hotel.

The spacious bedroom enjoys a rear aspect, ceiling spotlights and radiator, creating a peaceful sanctuary at the end of each day.

Double solid wood doors open into what is arguably one of the finest dressing rooms you’ll find in a property of this price range.

Dressing Room

More than simply a dressing room, this is a space that many buyers only dream of.

Beautifully designed with over ten separate hanging areas, an extensive range of drawers, display shelving and additional storage, it provides exceptional organisation without compromising on style. Finished with lvt flooring, ceiling spotlights, and a chrome heated towel rail, the room feels every bit as luxurious as the finest boutique hotels.

It’s a feature that transforms the principal suite into a true sanctuary.

Master En-Suite - 3.71m x 2.46m (12'2"Max x 8'1"Max)

Finished to an exceptional standard, the en-suite has been designed with luxury and practicality in equal measure.

A side portrait window provides natural light, whilst the suite comprises a bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, a separate shower enclosure, twin wash hand basins with vanity storage beneath, WC and chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls and flooring, inset spotlights, illuminated demisting mirrors and a shaving point complete this beautifully appointed space.

Bedroom - 4.44m x 3.78m (14'7" x 12'5")

A generous double bedroom enjoying a side aspect, Bedroom Two benefits from a built-in storage cupboard together with two double fitted wardrobes, providing exceptional storage.

CAT5 networking has also been installed, making the room ideal for modern family life, whether used as a bedroom, guest suite or home office.

Ensuite

The private en-suite features a walk-in shower, WC, vanity wash hand basin, chrome heated towel rail, illuminated demisting mirror, tiled walls and flooring, ceiling spotlights, shaving point and a side double glazed window.

Bedroom - 3.91m x 3.78m (12'10"Max x 12'5"Max)

Another spacious double bedroom overlooking the rear garden, this room benefits from both a double fitted wardrobe and an additional double storage cupboard, ensuring plenty of built-in storage.

The CAT5 connection continues here, offering reliable connectivity without compromise.

Ensuite

Beautifully presented, the en-suite offers a designer rainfall shower, wash hand basin, WC, chrome heated towel rail, illuminated mirror, shaving point, tiled walls and flooring together with a rear portrait window allowing natural light to flood the room.

Bedroom - 3.23m x 2.34m (10'7" x 7'8")

Completing the first-floor accommodation, Bedroom Four is another generous double bedroom enjoying a front aspect and radiator.

Whether utilised as a bedroom, nursery or study, it continues the theme of spacious and flexible accommodation found throughout the home.

Second Floor Landing

A door from the first-floor landing leads to the second floor, creating a wonderful sense of privacy for older children, guests or multi-generational living.

The horseshoe-shaped landing enjoys a rear Velux-style window, radiator and access to the remaining accommodation.

Bedroom - 4.42m x 3.96m (14'6" x 13'0")

A superb double bedroom with rear Velux-style window, radiator and useful storage cupboard.

Its position on the upper floor creates a peaceful retreat away from the main family accommodation.

Ensuite

The en-suite comprises a walk-in shower, WC, wash hand basin, illuminated mirror, radiator, extractor fan and tiled walls and flooring, creating a stylish and practical private bathroom.

Bedroom - 4.44m x 3.96m (14'7" x 13'0")

The sixth bedroom is another excellent double room with a rear Velux-style window and radiator.

Ideal as a guest suite, teenager’s bedroom or additional home office, it provides fantastic flexibility for families whose needs continue to evolve.

A door leads through to an exceptionally useful storage room.

Storage Room

Accessed directly from Bedroom Six, this substantial storage area houses the property’s air circulation and ventilation systems whilst also providing excellent additional storage.

With its own Velux-style window, it’s another practical feature that demonstrates the thoughtful design of the home.

Basement

The lower ground floor elevates this property into something truly special.

Rather than simply providing storage, this floor has been transformed into an incredible entertainment level that offers endless possibilities for modern family life.

Whether hosting friends, enjoying movie nights or creating a dedicated teenager’s retreat, it’s a space that’s every bit as impressive as the floors above.

Cinema & Games Room - 8.61m x 5.26m (28'3"Min x 17'3"Max)

Designed with entertaining in mind, this substantial room comfortably combines cinema and games areas into one fantastic social space.

Feature wall lighting, ceiling spotlights and two radiators create a comfortable environment all year round, whilst the fitted granite-topped drinks bar and projector make this the ultimate setting for everything from sporting events to family film nights.

The current layout demonstrates just how versatile the room can be, easily accommodating games, entertaining and relaxing all within one impressive space.

Gym - 4.93m x 4.04m (16'2" x 13'3")

Adjacent to the entertainment room is a dedicated gym, allowing fitness enthusiasts to enjoy the convenience of exercising without ever leaving home.

Spotlights, radiator and built-in storage ensure the room is as practical as it is versatile, although it could equally become a hobby room, studio or additional reception area if preferred.

Future Shower Room

Positioned between the cinema and gym, this room has already been first-fixed with services for a future cloakroom or shower room.

This creates exciting possibilities for those wishing to establish the basement as a self-contained suite for extended family, older children or long-term guests.

Outside

The grounds surrounding Badgers Croft have been designed to complement the quality of the home itself.

A substantial slate patio stretches across the rear of the property, creating the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. Electric points, three external taps—including two supplied by the property’s rainwater harvesting system—together with a beautiful blade water feature and electrically operated awning ensure the outside space is as functional as it is attractive.

Beyond the patio, the south-facing gardens open into generous lawns framed by mature trees, raised borders and established planting, creating a wonderful sense of privacy and colour throughout the seasons.

Hot Tub Garden Room - 3.81m x 3.71m (12'6" x 12'2")

A true luxury addition.

Purpose-built to house the hot tub, this impressive garden room allows year-round enjoyment regardless of the weather.

French doors, surrounding windows, Velux-style roof windows, tiled flooring, lighting and extractor fan create a bright and relaxing environment that feels more like a private spa than a traditional outbuilding.

Double Garage & First Floor Room

Constructed specifically to accommodate larger vehicles, the oversized double garage has been designed with Range Rovers and similarly sized vehicles in mind.

Electric roller doors, lighting, power, water supply and drainage are already in place, offering exciting potential for conversion into an annexe (subject to any necessary permissions).

External stairs rise to a substantial first-floor room above the garage, currently utilised for storage but equally suited to a home office, studio, games room or further ancillary accommodation. Velux-style windows and spotlights ensure the space is bright, practical and full of potential.

Driveway

Approached via impressive electric gates, the sweeping driveway provides parking for ten or more vehicles, making it ideal for growing families and those who enjoy entertaining.

The property also benefits from an EV charging point, external wood store, additional sheds and a comprehensive alarm system, completing an executive home that has been thoughtfully designed in every respect.