A stunning four bedroom Victorian property with side return extension, creating a generous show stopping kitchen dining family room. Located in the favoured Castle Quarter, the house oozes style throughout.
Over 2150 sq ft / 200sq m of internal space.
22’6 x 17’2 kitchen with underfloor heating completed March 2020.
Refitted sliding sash double glazing fitted May 2023.
Vaillant boiler installed November 2022.
Utility and cloakroom.
Open fireplace and wood burning stove.
Side access alleyway with space to hang bikes.
Cellar storage room.
Walled garden with covered seating, perfect for entertaining.
The side return extension has created superb room with built-in banquette storage seating. The room boasts herringbone flooring with underfloor heating, a stunning contemporary kitchen in midnight blue, which includes a 2.3 metre-long island wrapped in sleek quartz worktops and built-in AEG appliances. The electric opening rooflights flood the room with natural light and a picture window frames the mature magnolia tree in the garden. A floor to ceiling glass door opens to the lovely terraced area.
There is a separate utility room that includes an integrated fridge/freezer, sink, space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.
The two reception rooms have an open plan layout with original stripped floorboards. There are two fireplaces, one with an open hearth and the other with a wood burning stove. The bay window is adorned with bistro style shutters. All the downstairs radiators have been replaced with vertical columns in anthracite.
The hallway has black and white floor tiles, a cloakroom and access to the cellar. Panelling has been added to the hall, stairs and landing.
The first floor of the house features a main bedroom with fireplace located at the front and an en suite with large shower.
The second bedroom has been recently redecorated and is a really good size. It also boasts a large range of fitted wardrobes. The third bedroom is smaller in size but still comfortable as a child’s bedroom or home office and has a built-in wardrobe. At the back of the house there is a family bathroom with an oversized bath.
The second floor offers a study area, cloakroom and another double bedroom with lovely exposed chimney brickwork and eaves storage.
Outside the front garden has a rebuilt wall with railings and a matching gate, disguised bin storage, planting and locked side access to the garden. Resident parking permits are available for parking anywhere within zone E.
The walled rear garden, 35′ x 19’6 has a terrace close to the house with space for bbq and outdoor dining area. A few steps lead up to the low maintenance lawn and a covered seating area. There is an electric supply for heaters and ambient lighting; perfect for entertaining with friends & family. The garden backs onto St Cuthberts Hall so there are no neighbours behind, offering a high degree of privacy despite the proximity to town.
The local area boasts a wonderful community spirit and is highly regarded for its amenities. St Cuthberts Street & Castle Road are home to two family butchers, a fishmonger, a zero-waste shop, independent wine & craft beer shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, and independent shops. Bedford is also well known for its easy commute to London (43 minutes to St Pancras) and excellent schooling options for both state and private education.