Bushmead Avenue, Bedford

This beautiful Victorian detached home features impressive accommodation over three floors on one of Bedford’s most prestigious tree-lined avenues, and is in a designated Conservation Area.

The property is full of character, has many original features, and boasts an open aspect to the front from the entrance hall leading to a magnificent dual-aspect living room with a beautiful open fireplace and a bay-fronted window.

The heart of this family home is undoubtedly the open plan kitchen/dining room which is located at the rear of the property, overlooking the mature garden. The kitchen is fitted with solid maple units while the dining area offers ample room for relaxation and social gatherings, fostering a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living.

There is also the benefit of a utility room/cloakroom providing useful storage space.

The upper floors offer five well-proportioned double bedrooms, plus a versatile single room, ideal for use as a nursery, home office or study. The elegant principal bedroom overlooks the garden and has an en suite shower/dressing room and fitted wardrobes. There is a further family bath/shower room on each floor.

Externally, the property has a delightful open aspect to the front and parking for two cars. There are gated entrances to the rear garden to each side of the property. The large traditional walled garden is a notable feature offering a private outdoor space which is mostly laid to lawn with well stocked flower borders and paved patios, areas to dine, socialise and relax from day to evening, further enhanced by feature lighting.

With excellent access to outstanding local state and independent schools and nurseries, Bedford Rugby Club, Riverside Tennis Club, 20mph speed restriction and broad pavements, this house is in a perfect location for any busy family.

Bushmead Avenue is a wonderful boulevard leading to The Embankment, Russell Park and the River Great Ouse whilst being within easy walking distance of the town centre, Bedford’s Castle Quarter and all the amenities provided by the local independent shops and eateries along Castle Road.

Bedford’s mainline railway station is also within walking distance offering fast and frequent services to Luton and Gatwick airports, and St Pancras International, as well as the many attractions of the capital.