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Hidden behind substantial walls and mature trees, The Old Vicarage is one of Shepshed's best-kept secrets. Few passing along Church Street would ever imagine what lies beyond its gates. Yet once inside, the outside world seems to fall away entirely. Enclosed within beautifully established walled gardens extending to approximately 0.7 acres, this remarkable Georgian home offers a rare sense of tranquillity, privacy and seclusion, all just a short stroll from the village centre and its excellent amenities. Dating from the 18th century and situated within the village's most attractive conservation area, The Old Vicarage is a house of immense character and quiet grandeur. Rich in period charm yet thoughtfully adapted for modern family life, it provides over 4,200 square feet of beautifully balanced accommodation together with a separate self-contained annexe, workshop, gym and oversized double garage. The current owners have cherished the property for more than twenty years, a testament to its enduring appeal as a true forever home. Designed with entertaining in mind, the kitchen is a generous space combining bespoke cabinetry, quality appliances, granite and timber worktops, and a welcoming sitting area centred around a log burner. A vaulted dining area, bathed in natural light, opens directly onto the gardens, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. Elsewhere, three elegant reception rooms provide a choice of spaces for formal entertaining, relaxation or home working. Across the upper floors are six generous bedrooms and four luxurious bath and shower rooms, including a beautifully appointed principal suite with dressing room and spa-inspired ensuite. Outside, the grounds are every bit as enchanting as the house itself. Sweeping lawns, specimen trees and established planting create a setting of exceptional beauty and privacy. The neighbouring historic church provides a picturesque backdrop. Whether enjoying summer evenings on the broad terrace, entertaining beneath the trees or simply appreciating the peace and birdsong, the gardens feel wonderfully removed from everyday life. A newly created self-contained annexe offers superb flexibility for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, independent teenagers or home-based business use. Bright and spacious, it features a vaulted open-plan living space, double bedroom and bathroom. Rarely does a property combine such privacy, character, space and convenience. The Old Vicarage is more than a house; it is a sanctuary, a family home of exceptional warmth and distinction, and a truly special opportunity for its next custodians Location The Old Vicarage enjoys an enviable position in the heart of Shepshed, a thriving and well-connected market town that combines a strong sense of community with exceptional convenience. Rich in history and character, Shepshed offers an excellent range of everyday amenities including independent shops, cafés, traditional pubs, supermarkets, healthcare facilities and leisure amenities, all within easy reach of the property. Families are particularly well served by a choice of highly regarded schools, including the outstanding Newcroft Primary School. The town is also ideally placed for access to some of the East Midlands' most sought-after independent and endowed schools, with convenient school bus services operating to establishments including Loughborough's renowned schools, making the area especially attractive to families seeking first-class educational opportunities. Despite its peaceful village atmosphere, Shepshed is superbly connected. The university town of Loughborough lies just five miles away, while Leicester, Nottingham and Derby are all within comfortable commuting distance. Junction 23 of the M1 and the A42 are easily accessible, providing excellent road links across the Midlands and beyond. East Midlands Airport is only a short drive away, whilst direct rail services from both Loughborough and East Midlands Parkway provide swift connections to London St Pancras. Ground Floor The entrance to The Old Vicarage is approached from the south, opening into a reception hall where the staircase rises through the heart of the home. From here, three elegant reception rooms unfold, each possessing its own distinctive character and offering a variety of spaces for formal entertaining, quiet relaxation or home working. As the hallway progresses, the house reveals its most impressive feature. Opening beautifully into a spectacular open-plan living space, this exceptional area has been thoughtfully designed around modern family life whilst remaining entirely sympathetic to the property's period heritage. At its heart is a substantial bespoke kitchen and dining room, a wonderfully sociable space centred around a large island and an extensive range of handcrafted cabinetry and quality appliances. Beyond, a formal dining area provides the perfect setting for family celebrations and entertaining on a grand scale. Equally inviting is the adjoining snug, where a magnificent inglenook fireplace creates a warm and atmospheric focal point, making this a room to be enjoyed throughout the seasons. Flooded with natural light, the entire living space enjoys a seamless connection to the gardens through expansive bi-fold doors which open onto the terrace, allowing indoor and outdoor living to blend effortlessly during the warmer months. A separate service kitchen provides invaluable additional preparation space when entertaining, while a well-appointed utility room/boot room and cloakroom/WC ensure the practical needs of family life are equally well catered for. A useful cellar completes the ground floor accommodation. The result is a remarkable combination of period character and contemporary living; a space designed for gathering, celebrating and everyday family life, and undoubtedly the heart of this exceptional home. First Floor The first floor is arranged around a generous landing, from which three substantial bedrooms and a dressing room to the principal suite are accessed, all enjoying an excellent sense of light and proportion. The principal bedroom is a particularly impressive space, benefitting from two south-facing windows and wonderful views across the gardens towards the beautiful St Botolph’s Church. Believed to date back to Norman origins and standing for almost 1,000 years, the church provides a remarkable and historic backdrop to daily life at The Old Vicarage. The principal suite also features a well-appointed en suite shower room, while an additional en suite bathroom serves one of the further bedrooms, providing excellent flexibility for family living and guests alike. Second Floor The second floor continues the generous and flexible accommodation, arranged off a central landing and comprising three further well-proportioned bedrooms, all enjoying a pleasant outlook and a quiet sense of seclusion from the principal living areas below. This level is well served by both an en suite shower room and a separate family bathroom, providing excellent practicality for modern family life and visiting guests. The rooms are bright and comfortable, making them ideal as additional bedrooms, guest accommodation, or flexible spaces for hobbies or home working, depending on requirements. Together, the upper floors offer a thoughtful and well-balanced arrangement of accommodation, ensuring The Old Vicarage is as adaptable as it is characterful. Outside Beautifully concealed from the outside world, The Old Vicarage sits within approximately 0.7 acres of mature and carefully established grounds, offering an extraordinary sense of privacy and seclusion. Electric gates open onto a generous paved courtyard, providing ample parking for numerous vehicles and giving access to the oversized double garage. From the moment of arrival, there is a clear sense of space, calm and quiet separation from the world beyond. To the front of the house lies a most attractive south-facing walled garden, where lawns are framed by mature planting and established trees. The setting is further enhanced by the magnificent backdrop of the historic village church, lending a timeless and picturesque quality to the outlook. To the rear, the gardens gently slope away from the house, creating a series of peaceful and highly private outdoor spaces, ideal for both entertaining and quiet enjoyment. A paved terrace spans the full width of the house, providing an excellent setting for outdoor dining and summer gatherings, seamlessly extending the living space into the gardens beyond. The Old School House (Self-Contained Annexe) The Old School House is a charming and thoughtfully created single-storey annexe, named in recognition of its former use as the village Sunday School. This sense of history remains subtly present, adding further character to an already highly versatile and attractive space. The annexe offers its own fully self-contained accommodation, complete with independent services and dedicated internet connection, making it ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or those seeking a private work-from-home environment. At its heart is a spacious open-plan living kitchen, providing generous room to dine, relax and entertain. A striking vaulted ceiling with exposed roof trusses enhances the sense of volume and architectural interest. The accommodation is completed by a comfortable double bedroom and a separate, well-appointed bathroom/shower room, all arranged on one level for ease and practicality. The Old School House offers complete independence while remaining beautifully connected to the wider setting of The Old Vicarage, making it an exceptional and flexible addition to the property. Further Outbuilding A discreetly positioned gym, offers a light and uplifting space for exercise or wellness, accessed conveniently through an adjoining workshop. This arrangement creates a highly practical yet flexible area, equally suited to fitness, hobbies or creative use, all within a quiet corner of the grounds. Oversized Double Garage The substantial double garage is accessed via two sets of double doors, providing excellent versatility and ease of use, with additional rear access doors allowing direct vehicular entry to the gardens, ideal for maintenance, landscaping or larger items requiring easy movement in and out of the grounds. Services All mains services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating. Tenure Freehold Local Authority North West Leicestershire District Council Directions From the Market Place in the centre of the village turn onto Church Street and continue for a short distance. The Old Vicarage is located on the left-hand side next to the village church.

Originally built in the 1980s, this six-bedroom detached home sits within approximately 1.75 acres and benefits from a newly refurbished, four-bedroom self-contained annex. Ideally suited to a growing family, this deceptively spacious home enjoys a semi-rural setting with far-reaching countryside views, shared with a small number of substantial properties. Despite its peaceful location, it lies just 1.2 miles (approximately 25 minutes’ walk) from the village centre, offering an excellent balance of rural living and local convenience. This unique “one-off” home has been thoughtfully designed to maximise its gently sloping site. The main living accommodation is arranged across the ground floor and includes five reception rooms, a family kitchen, and a cloakroom/WC. Many of the ground floor rooms open onto a large wraparound balcony, overlooking the pool, gardens, and open countryside beyond. A spiral staircase leads to the lower ground floor, which comprises six bedrooms, four bath/shower rooms, and a utility room. Electric gates open onto a sweeping driveway leading to a separate outbuilding, which includes a garage and a newly refurbished self-contained annex. The annex offers a large open-plan living kitchen, utility room, four bedrooms, and two shower rooms. Offering exceptional potential, 146 Ulverscroft Lane presents an ideal opportunity for those seeking to create a dream home within walking distance of Bradgate Park. Viewing is highly recommended. Location The property is located just a 25-minute stroll (1.2 miles) from the centre of Newtown Linford, a highly sought after ‘chocolate box’ village, nestled in the rolling hills of the Charnwood Forest. The village has an impressive range of amenities including a Primary School, church, shop, cafes and pubs. The village borders the Historic 830-acre Bradgate Park within the village once home to Lady Jane Grey is considered the jewel in the crown. The park is open to the public and offers extensive scenic walks and feature many notable landmarks such as Old John. The village is particularly convenient for access to M1(J22) and Leicester, Loughborough and Ratcliffe offers several, reputable private schools. There is a direct rail service to London St. Pancras available at both Leicester and Loughborough. Distances Leicester 7.2 miles / Loughborough 7.4 miles / Nottingham 25.4 miles / Market Bosworth 11.6 miles / Newtown Linford Village Centre 1.2 mile / Markfield 2.7 mile / Ratcliffe College 11.7 miles / Bradgate Park (Main Entrance) 1.5 miles / M1(J22) 2.9 miles / M69/M1(J22) 10.8 miles / East Midlands Airport 13 miles Ground Floor The property is entered through double doors into a spacious entrance hall, featuring a striking wrought iron spiral staircase leading to the lower ground floor bedrooms. To the front, the study enjoys a pleasant outlook, while the family room is well positioned with dual-aspect windows and exposed brickwork, creating a warm and inviting space. The principal reception rooms are particularly well presented. The lounge features solid wood flooring, while the sitting room offers bespoke built-in storage and exposed wood floors. Double doors open into the dining room, providing a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The dining room continues the characterful theme with exposed flooring and fitted storage. To the rear, several rooms open onto a balcony with wrought iron railings, enjoying far-reaching views and providing an excellent space for outdoor dining, particularly from the dining room. The dining room leads through to a well-appointed breakfast kitchen, fitted with windows to the front and side. A cloakroom completes this level, fitted with a W.C. Lower Ground Floor Accessed via the spiral staircase, the lower ground floor opens into a spacious hallway. The principal bedroom suite is particularly impressive in size, with a generous dressing area and en-suite shower room. Five of the bedrooms benefit from patio doors opening directly onto the rear patio, gardens, and pool area, creating a strong indoor-outdoor connection. Bedroom two is exceptionally spacious and offers potential to be divided into two rooms if required, with dual-aspect windows and an en-suite shower room. Bedroom three is located to the front with an en-suite shower room. Bedrooms four, five, and six are well proportioned and are served by the family bathroom. A well-equipped utility room provides additional practicality. Separate Self-Contained Annex This newly refurbished, separate self-contained annex offers three floors of accommodation which features a large open plan living kitchen, utility room, four good sized bedrooms and two shower rooms. With many of the room enjoying uninterrupted county side views this immaculate space is ideal for those seeking multi-generational living. Outside The property stands in 1.75 acres in total. The property is set well back from Ulverscroft Lane and is accessed via double electric gates. A sweeping tarmac driveway provides extensive parking and access to a separate outbuilding which houses a garage a separate self-contained annex. The gardens which are extensive wrap around the property on two sides and are mainly laid to lawn. Backing onto open countryside and key feature of the rear garden is a central entertaining area which features an outdoor heated pool. Services Mains water and electricity are connected. The property has oil fired central heating (no mains gas available) and the property is connected to a private drainage system connected to a septic tank. Tenure Freehold. Local Authority Charnwood Borough Council. Directions From the centre of the village, proceed along Main Street towards Ulverscroft and Woodhouse Eaves. Turn left onto Ulverscroft Lane and continue for approximately 0.7 of a mile where the property is located on the left-hand side.