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"A handsome Grade II listed former rectory with seven bedrooms, an annexe and stunning gardens, in a picturesque and peaceful village location.

Description

Heydour House is a handsome and substantial period house with Grade II listed status, set in the small village of Heydour, approximately 8.1 miles from Grantham and approximately 7.7 miles from Sleaford. The property dates from 1857, designed by the renowned architect William White, and features splendid limestone elevations outside, while inside there are a wealth of character details alongside understated, modern fittings and d cor.

The welcoming entrance hall has patterned tiled flooring and an exposed stone archway, and leads to several of the ground floor reception rooms. These include the comfortable sitting room with its dual aspect, the formal dining room and the generous drawing room, which has double doors opening to the stunning conservatory with its glass roof, French doors and panoramic views across the gardens. The ground floor also has a semi open plan kitchen, breakfast area and family room, with the kitchen featuring a central island and an Aga, while the family room provides dual French doors opening on to the gardens. The pantry and utility room provide further home storage, while the ground floor study provides private space for home working.

There are six well presented double bedrooms on the first floor, each of which have fitted storage, including the approx. 33ft principal bedroom with its extensive built in wardrobes and en suite shower room. There are two first floor bathrooms, while on the second floor you will find an additional bedroom with dressing room with an en suite bathroom. The second floor also has a further three rooms and a family bathroom.

The detached outhouse provides useful additional accommodation for guests or family members, or for home working. There is an office or reception room on the ground floor, while upstairs there is a approx. 30ft office or bedroom, a kitchen and a cloakroom which could be converted into a bathroom or shower room.

The house is set in extensive grounds and beautiful gardens, which are surrounded by stunning rolling countryside. The driveway leads to a spacious parking area in front of the house, as well as to the outbuilding, which has two garages and storage space. The gardens are mostly to the side and rear of the house, and include pristine lawns, well maintained border hedging and delightful ornamental rose gardens with paved and gravel pathways, box hedging and colourful roses. The grounds also have a wealth of mature specimen trees, as well as a tennis court, enclosed by chain link fencing.

Location

The tiny village of Heydour lies in a rural setting between the towns of Grantham and Sleaford, and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Heydour has a parish church, while neighbouring Aisby has a village hall and nearby Ropsley has a primary school and a village pub. Grantham is approximatley 8.1 miles away and has a wealth of amenities, including high street shopping, large supermarkets and leisure facilities, which include Grantham Meres Leisure Centre and golf at Belton Woods. Grantham is also home to a choice of schooling, including the independent Dudley House School.

Local road connections include the A52 and the A15, which connects Grantham and Sleaford, while the A1 is less than 10 miles away. Mainline rail services are available from Grantham approx. 1 hour 10 minutes to London King s Cross .

Disclaimer All distances and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage 8,181 sq ft


Acreage 2.83 Acres

Additional Info

Grade II listed

Mains Water

Electricity

Private Drainage

Central Heating

Oil

Stables & Paddock available by separate negotiation

Local Authority South Kesteven District Council

Photographs taken June 2025 and some external photos taken within the last three years."