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Formerly the village Post Office, White Gables sits right at the centre of this riverside village — not tucked away on an estate, not newly built, but rooted. It’s a home that has always belonged here.

Dating back to 1888, the property once operated as the village Post Office and grocer, serving as a hub for the community for generations. A historic photograph of the building in its earlier days — showing villagers gathered outside the shop front — still exists today and reflects the home’s place in the village’s story.

Today, the house offers around 157 sq m (1,689 sq ft) of thoughtfully reconfigured living space that balances character with practicality.

The ground floor has been opened up to create a generous living kitchen — bright, sociable and properly proportioned. It’s the kind of space that naturally becomes the centre of the house. A contemporary kitchen with island seating flows easily into the dining area, creating a space that works just as well for everyday family life as it does for entertaining.

Bi-fold doors open directly onto a private east-facing courtyard garden. The courtyard garden is private and low maintenance, designed for ease rather than upkeep. Importantly, it is one of the few homes of this size in the immediate area to offer any form of private outdoor space at all — something that sets it apart from many of the neighbouring properties.

There is still a separate lounge with a fireplace and log-burning stove, something that gives the house shape. It allows everyday life to revolve around the kitchen, while still providing a quieter room to retreat to when needed.

To the rear, a utility area and downstairs shower room/WC add real practicality — particularly in a setting where woodland walks, river paths and muddy trainers are part of normal life.

Upstairs, the proportions continue to feel balanced. There are three genuine bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite, alongside a family bathroom and a study area that works quietly for home working or homework space.

The loft is accessed via a pull-down ladder and has been partially boarded with two Velux windows, lighting and power, providing useful storage and potential for future use.

An attached garage provides secure storage or parking, with off-street parking to the front — a valuable feature in a village setting. To the rear of the garage is a practical hard-standing area offering additional storage and access.

But what truly defines White Gables is its setting.

Just a short walk away is the village recreation field with basketball court and playground — notably no dogs allowed, keeping it clean and ideal for children. It becomes an extension of your outdoor space without the responsibility of maintaining it.

Opposite the house, a dirt track leads through woodland towards the River Trent. It’s the sort of everyday detail that quietly improves quality of life — space to explore, fish, walk and simply be outside.

Hoveringham itself feels like a proper village. There’s a farm shop nearby, local honey and jam sellers, summer cricket tournaments at The Reindeer, and a genuine sense of community.

A share in the village-owned Reindeer pub is included within the sale — a small but meaningful reflection of how this place works.

White Gables offers history, space, parking and a lifestyle that’s increasingly hard to replicate.

It isn’t trying to impress.

It’s simply well placed — and well lived in.

5 Things I’ve Loved About Living at White Gables

The history behind the house
Knowing this used to be the village Post Office has always felt special. It’s not just another property — it’s part of Hoveringham’s story.

Having space that works for family life
The open-plan kitchen has been the heart of the house. It’s where everything naturally happens, and with the doors open onto the courtyard it feels connected and easy.

The recreation field just down the road
Being able to walk to the basketball court, kick a football around or let kids play safely on the dog-free field has been a real bonus. It becomes part of everyday life rather than something you have to drive to.

The woodland and river walks
The dirt track opposite leading through the trees and down to the river feels like an adventure for kids — somewhere to explore, fish, and just be outside.

The village feel
From summer cricket tournaments at The Reindeer to local farm produce and honey sellers, Hoveringham feels like a proper community. It’s somewhere you feel part of something.

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