A former schoolhouse dating to the 18th century could soon become someone’s new home after going on the market for £750,000.
The Grade II-listed building, built in 1726, was first designated listed status in 1964. According to Historic England, the thatched roof house was originally built from money donated by the philanthropist Reverend Roger Kay, who also re-founded Bury Grammar School in Manchester. The Reverend was Rector of Fittleton until his death in 1731, upon which he left £40 in his will for the maintenance of the school.
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The school was closed in 1989 upon the establishment of Netheravon All Saints CE Primary School.
The 298-year-old schoolhouse is entered through a garden gate which bears a wooden sign with the apt name of “School House.” Inside, the former schoolroom designed for 10 boys now serves as living space. The house features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a brick fireplace with wood wood-burning stove, exposed ceiling timbers and a study which overlooks the garden.
The home is in Tax Band E and is being marketed by Savills of Salisbury.
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