10 bedroom detached house for sale in Gainsborough

An outstanding Grade II* listed country house with stunning period detailing, extensive accommodation, far-reaching grounds and three additional properties, set in a peaceful rural position.

Description
Blyborough Hall is a magnificent Grade II* listed country house, set amidst the stunning Lincolnshire countryside. Dating back to the early 18th century, the hall showcases over 10,000 square feet of elegant accommodation, combining period charm with refined, understated dcor.

The impressive reception hall sets the tone for the property, featuring a galleried landing, an ornate ceiling, and a grand chandelier (available by separate negotiation). The hall leads to approximately a 34 ft drawing room and a formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. Additional ground-floor spaces include a cinema room, two offices, a garden room with a bar, a games room, and a sauna with shower facilities. The hall benefits from two kitchens – a main kitchen and a garden kitchen perfect for summer dining.

Upstairs, the first floor comprises four spacious double bedrooms, three of which are en suite, along with an additional shower room. The principal suite is particularly luxurious, boasting a freestanding bath, a stylish en suite and separate dressing room. On the attic level, there is one additional bedroom and one large family bathroom with scope to develop five additional rooms.

Little Blyborough offers over 2,500 square feet of additional accommodation, presenting a fantastic opportunity for multigenerational living, or as a holiday let (subject to obtaining necessary consents). This charming residence includes two double bedrooms, one single bedroom and three reception rooms, providing flexible and attractive living spaces.

Park Cottage is a three bedroom bungalow, offering further independent living space within the estate. Like Little Blyborough, this cottage presents a superb option for multigenerational living or as a holiday let (subject to obtaining necessary consents).

Hall Cottage is a self-contained living space within Blyborough Hall, providing a further kitchen, utility room and offering two double bedrooms, a reception room and a bathroom. Perfect for guests or staff quarters, it seamlessly integrates with the main hall while maintaining a sense of privacy.

The estate is set within expansive, beautifully maintained grounds of about 84.26 acres, offering both privacy and breathtaking rural views. A private driveway with electric gates leads to the house, with garaging blocks providing ample parking. The grounds feature an ornamental pond with a patio area perfect for alfresco dining, extensive lawns and wild meadows framed by mature trees and hedgerows, a stunning walled kitchen garden plus additional walled garden including an orchard and greenhouse, two tranquil lakes, attracting an abundance of local wildlife, and paddocks and open fields ideal for grazing livestock. Together, these elements create a serene and picturesque country retreat, offering both grandeur and practicality for modern country living.

Location
The charming village of Willoughton lies to the South of Blyborough in a picturesque rural setting. The village has a local pub, a village hall and a primary school, while nearby Kirton in Lindsey provides several everyday facilities, including local shops.

Lincoln is located approximately 17.1 miles away, boasts a splendid historic centre featuring its magnificent cathedral and a wide range of shops, cafs, and restaurants. The city also provides extensive leisure and cultural facilities and theatres in the city centre, such as the New Theatre Royal and the University’s Lincoln Arts Centre. Additionally, Lincoln offers a selection of state primary and secondary schools, along with independent education at Lincoln Minster School.

Gainsborough is approximately nine miles away and offers large supermarkets, as well as a choice of primary and secondary schooling, including The Queen Elizabeth’s High School. Leisure facilities include West Lindsey Leisure Centre, Thonock Park golf club which has two stunning 18 hole courses and walking and cycling routes along the River Trent.

The area is well connected by road, with the A-road network providing routes towards Lincoln (approx. 16.7 miles), Doncaster (approx. 28.8 miles). The M180 is approximately nine miles away with connections Leeds and Harrogate within the hour. Rail services from Retford or Newark offer connections to London in approximately under 90 minutes.

Humberside Airport is approximately 18.8 miles away and operates more than three flights per day to Schiphol Airport offering world wide connections.

Disclaimer: All distances and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage: 20,576 sq ft

Acreage:
84.26 Acres

Additional Info
Mains Water

Electricity

Mains Drainage (All properties)

LPG

Central Heating – Biomass (Blyborough Hall, Hall Cottage & Little Blyborough)

Central Heating – Oil (Park Cottage)

Local Authority: West Lindsey District Council

Hall Cottage: Council Tax Band A

Park Cottage: Council Tax Band B

Little Blyborough: Council Tax Band C

Hall Cottage: EPC: D

Park Cottage: EPC: E

Little Blyborough: EPC: D

Solar Panels with feed-in tarrif

Electric Car Charging Point

Photographs taken February 2025