Asfordby Home Lists for £665,000 with Private Island Access

A four-bedroom family home in the quiet village of Asfordby, near Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire, has hit the market with a distinctive feature: direct access to a private island along the River Wreake. Listed at £665,000, the property offers buyers an unexpected riverside retreat just steps from a suburban cul-de-sac.

The house, which appears unremarkable from the street, backs onto the river, where a small bridge links the expansive back garden to the island. Measuring nearly half an acre, the island forms part of a larger land strip that splits the river into two channels. Current owners have transformed it into additional garden space, complete with a trampoline and several small outbuildings for storage or leisure. The listing highlights the potential for new owners to customize the area, whether for relaxation, recreation, or other uses, all while enjoying exclusive fishing rights on the surrounding waters.

Inside, the home provides practical modern amenities suited to family life. It includes four generously sized bedrooms, a conservatory for year-round enjoyment, a resin driveway, and a double garage. Solar panels contribute to energy efficiency, and the large garden...