Floorplan
MapGuide price
£875,0004 bedroom detached house for sale
The Old School, Gaulby
Detached house
4 beds
2 baths
0.75 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
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Features and description
- Charming Detached Former School
- Reception Hall
- Two Reception Rooms
- Kitchen/ Breakfast/ Family Room
- Boot/ Utility Room
- Cloakroom
- Principal Bedroom with Ensuite Shower
- Three Further Bedrooms
- Bathroom
- Driveway Parking with Double Garage
Market Harborough 13 miles (HST London St Pancras International), Leicester 10 miles (HST London St Pancras International), Uppingham 11 miles, Oakham 13 miles. (All distances approximate).
The Situation
The picturesque village of Gaulby is situated closeby to Billesdon and is nestled in rural Leicestershire countryside. Billesdon has an excellent range of amenities including popular pubs, Doctors surgery, village store, post office and primary school. It is located some ten miles distant of Leicester, providing convenient access to the city, which has an extensive business, leisure, everyday amenities and educational facilities. The town of Market Harborough offers a good array of shopping and leisure facilities, together with a growing commercial centre. The Rutland town of Uppingham is to the east and Oakham to the northeast.
The main A47 trunk road connects Leicester with Peterborough. By rail, London St Pancras International can be reached from Market Harborough and Leicester in about an hour. There is good access to the east midlands extensive road network, including the A1, M1, A14, M69 and M6.
The area is very well served with local schooling in both the state and private sector. Particularly noteworthy are those schools at Oakham, Uppingham, Oundle, Leicester Grammar, Rugby and Stamford and preparatory at Stoneygate in Great Glen and Spratton. The area is well known for its sporting and recreational activities, with public footpaths and bridleways across open countryside. Golf is at Leicester and Market Harborough. Water sports including sailing and fishing on Rutland Water near Oakham and fishing on Eyebrook Reservoir near Uppingham.
The Property
Nestled in the very heart of the picturesque village of Gaulby, The Old School is a beautifully presented former school, with later additions, that effortlessly combines traditional charm with contemporary comfort.
The welcoming entrance hall leads to an open-plan kitchen and cosy seating area with a woodburning stove. The kitchen features traditional units, space for a range cooker and appliances, and a delightful dining area overlooking the beautiful gardens and beyond.
The triple-aspect sitting room enjoys French doors to the garden, a woodburning stove, and access to the garden room — an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the garden views.
A well-appointed utility/boot room provides practical access to the double garage with a range of eye and base level units providing plenty of storage options including space for appliances.
Upstairs are four generously proportioned double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room.
Outisde
Mature, wraparound gardens provide complete privacy, with deep, well-stocked borders, manicured lawns, and a variety of terraced areas ideal for al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining.
Viewing
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West.[use Contact Agent Button].
Council Tax Band
Council Tax F
Services
None of the services have been tested by the agents.
Local Authority
Harborough District Council
EPC Rating
D
Important Notice
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs, videos and/or virtual tours illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification, address and source of funds at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. November 2025.
The Situation
The picturesque village of Gaulby is situated closeby to Billesdon and is nestled in rural Leicestershire countryside. Billesdon has an excellent range of amenities including popular pubs, Doctors surgery, village store, post office and primary school. It is located some ten miles distant of Leicester, providing convenient access to the city, which has an extensive business, leisure, everyday amenities and educational facilities. The town of Market Harborough offers a good array of shopping and leisure facilities, together with a growing commercial centre. The Rutland town of Uppingham is to the east and Oakham to the northeast.
The main A47 trunk road connects Leicester with Peterborough. By rail, London St Pancras International can be reached from Market Harborough and Leicester in about an hour. There is good access to the east midlands extensive road network, including the A1, M1, A14, M69 and M6.
The area is very well served with local schooling in both the state and private sector. Particularly noteworthy are those schools at Oakham, Uppingham, Oundle, Leicester Grammar, Rugby and Stamford and preparatory at Stoneygate in Great Glen and Spratton. The area is well known for its sporting and recreational activities, with public footpaths and bridleways across open countryside. Golf is at Leicester and Market Harborough. Water sports including sailing and fishing on Rutland Water near Oakham and fishing on Eyebrook Reservoir near Uppingham.
The Property
Nestled in the very heart of the picturesque village of Gaulby, The Old School is a beautifully presented former school, with later additions, that effortlessly combines traditional charm with contemporary comfort.
The welcoming entrance hall leads to an open-plan kitchen and cosy seating area with a woodburning stove. The kitchen features traditional units, space for a range cooker and appliances, and a delightful dining area overlooking the beautiful gardens and beyond.
The triple-aspect sitting room enjoys French doors to the garden, a woodburning stove, and access to the garden room — an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the garden views.
A well-appointed utility/boot room provides practical access to the double garage with a range of eye and base level units providing plenty of storage options including space for appliances.
Upstairs are four generously proportioned double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room.
Outisde
Mature, wraparound gardens provide complete privacy, with deep, well-stocked borders, manicured lawns, and a variety of terraced areas ideal for al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining.
Viewing
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West.[use Contact Agent Button].
Council Tax Band
Council Tax F
Services
None of the services have been tested by the agents.
Local Authority
Harborough District Council
EPC Rating
D
Important Notice
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs, videos and/or virtual tours illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification, address and source of funds at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. November 2025.
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About this agent
King West was established in Market Harborough in 1998, and as the business grew, a second office was opened in Stamford. Our London affiliate has further allowed us to increase our reach and expand the services we are able to offer. In addition to handling the sale of residential and agricultural land and property, we offer a full range of complementary specialised services to ensure our customers can rely on us no matter what. We are regulated by the RICS, and members of CAAV, TPOS and CLA. We believe our continued success owes much to the outstanding commitment of our highly experienced, friendly team of professionals. We strive to go above and beyond for our clients, whether that is something as simple as taking a phone call outside traditional working hours or assisting with the complex legal issues that sometimes accompany a property or land transaction. We pride ourselves on being a ‘high-touch’ agency, which means we are highly involved with our clients to ensure things remain as simple as possible. Leicestershire Property Specialists We specialise in period properties, residential sales and land purchases in Leicestershire. We are a local Leicestershire company, which perfectly places us to meet and manage your needs across the county. We are an established presence in the area, which means we can assist you whether you’re looking to buy or sell property or land, or you simply require expert advice.
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