4 bed detached house for sale

Melton Road, Waltham On The Wolds, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE14

Characterful Four-Bedroom Former Gatehouse with Four Reception Rooms, Double Garage & Gated Grounds

Key Features
Charming detached former gatehouse dating back to around 1832
Rich in character with parts of the home believed to be around 200 years old
Four well-proportioned bedrooms
Principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Separate family shower room
Four versatile reception rooms
Spacious garden room with French doors opening onto the garden
Well-appointed kitchen with excellent entertaining potential
Downstairs WC
Gated driveway with parking for up to six vehicles
Double garage with electric roller door
Mature gardens featuring a traditional well
Located in the desirable village of Waltham on the Wolds

Property Description
Steeped in history and full of charm, this impressive detached former gatehouse offers a rare opportunity to own a home that combines period character with generous family living. Originally built around 1832, with parts of the property believed to date back almost 200 years, the home retains a wealth of character while providing the space and versatility expected for modern lifestyles.

The accommodation is both spacious and flexible, featuring four reception rooms that can be adapted to suit a variety of needs, whether as formal living areas, dining rooms, home offices or playrooms. A bright and inviting garden room, complete with French doors, provides the perfect place to relax while enjoying views of the surrounding garden.

Upstairs, the property offers four well-sized bedrooms, including a principal bedroom benefiting from its own en-suite bathroom. A separate shower room serves the remaining bedrooms, while a convenient downstairs WC adds further practicality.

Outside, the property continues to impress. The gated driveway provides ample off-road parking for up to six vehicles and leads to a substantial double garage with an electric roller door. The mature gardens create a peaceful outdoor setting and feature a traditional well, adding yet another distinctive reminder of the property's rich heritage.

Offering an exceptional blend of historical charm, generous accommodation and practical modern features, this unique home is ideal for buyers seeking a character property in a picturesque village setting.

Local Amenities
Situated in the highly regarded village of Waltham on the Wolds, the property enjoys a peaceful rural setting while remaining well connected to nearby towns and amenities. The village offers a welcoming community atmosphere, with local amenities including a village shop, public house, primary school and recreational facilities all within easy reach.

A wider selection of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities can be found in nearby Melton Mowbray, renowned for its historic market town charm. Families also benefit from a choice of well-regarded schools in the surrounding area.

For those commuting, the property enjoys excellent access to the A607 and A46, providing convenient routes towards Leicester, Nottingham, Grantham and beyond. Rail services from Melton Mowbray offer connections to the wider rail network, making the location well suited for both village living and everyday commuting.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.

Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria.

Exclusivity Fee:
You can secure the purchase by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000. This grants the buyer exclusive rights to proceed with the purchase for the duration of the conveyancing process, during which time the seller agrees to remove the property from the market and not negotiate with other parties.

The exclusivity fee is returned to the buyer upon successful completion of the purchase.

A processing fee of £200 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This agreement sets out the terms of exclusivity and seller commitment but does not constitute an exchange of contracts.

This arrangement provides buyers with reassurance that the property is secured exclusively for them, reducing the risk of gazumping and unnecessary aborted costs.

Disclaimer

The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. Photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and not as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have.

Kitchen (3.93m x 3.35m)

Dining Room (2.98m x 3.57m)

Sitting Room (3.35m x 6.77m)

Cloakroom (2.58m x 0.77m)

Study (3.24m x 3.24m)

Garden Room (3.11m x 2.59m)

Bedroom One (3.36m x 3.93m)

Ensuite (3.18m x 1.38m)

Bedroom Two (3.64m x 3.75m)

Bedroom Three (3.58m x 3.16m)

Bedroom Four (2.5m x 2.87m)

Shower Room (1.84m x 2.64m)

Double Garage (5.77m x 5.82m)