Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17

A Substantial 5-Bedroom 1950s Home in the Heart of Shefford – Nearly 4000 sq ft of Versatile Living Space

Tucked away along a private road in the centre of Shefford, this fabulous 1950s-built home offers just under 4000 sq ft of spacious, flexible accommodation—perfect for modern family living, entertaining, or multi-generational setups.

Step through the charming veranda into a large, welcoming entrance hall. To one side, a cosy lounge with an original 1950s fireplace creates a peaceful retreat, while on the other, a substantial 22ft x 21ft family room with a gas fireplace (capable of being used as a real fire) leads out to a bright conservatory. A ground floor bathroom with a large bath adds extra convenience.

The heart of the home is the stunning kitchen with central island—an ideal space for entertaining. This flows into a fantastic 30ft conservatory complete with a log burner for cooler evenings, air conditioning for the summer months, and two sets of French doors leading out to the garden. A utility room with underfloor heating sits just off the kitchen, as well as a superb 32ft games room with patio doors—perfect for family fun or hosting guests.

Upstairs, the galleried landing leads to a dual-aspect hallway currently used as a home office, alongside two generous double bedrooms, one with its own ensuite—ideal for teenagers, guests, or assisted living. Three further double bedrooms include the 20ft master suite with built-in wardrobes and a stylish ensuite. In total, three of the bedrooms benefit from built-in wardrobes, providing excellent storage throughout.

While the home has been well maintained, it could benefit from some modernization—offering the opportunity to update and personalise to your own taste.

Outside, the rear garden is a brilliant space for relaxing and entertaining, with open views across fields, a patio area with outdoor heaters, built-in sound system, and garden tap. To the front, there’s a double garage and a driveway with space for several vehicles.

Additional highlights include solar panels, generating over £1,000 per year in energy savings/income—making this home not just spacious, but smart and efficient too.

Shefford is a charming market town with a population of approximately 7,300 residents, nestled at the confluence of the rivers Hit and Flit, forming the Ivel. The town boasts a variety of shops, amenities, restaurants, and cafés, creating a vibrant community atmosphere.

Educational options include Samuel Whitbread Academy (Ofsted rated Good, ages 13-18), Robert Bloomfield Academy (Ofsted rated Outstanding, ages 9-13), and Shefford Lower School (Ofsted rated Good, ages 3-9). Additionally, there is a convenient bus service to the four Harpur Trust Independent Schools, all within walking distance from the property.

Shefford benefits from excellent transport links, with good bus routes to Bedford, Hitchin, and Stevenage. It is also well-connected to major road networks, including the A1(M) and M1, and is close to Arlesey mainline station, providing direct train services to London and beyond

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Hall

Lounge - 4.81m x 4.2m (15'9" x 13'9")

Family Room - 6.75m x 6.53m (22'1" x 21'5")

Bathroom - 1.83m x 3.07m (6'0" x 10'0")

Storage

Kitchen/Diner - 9.26m x 6.42m (30'4" x 21'0")

Utility Room - 2.54m x 6.21m (8'4" x 20'4")

Games Room - 9.7m x 5.1m (31'9" x 16'8")

FIRST FLOOR

Landing

Bedroom - 6.28m x 4.37m (20'7" x 14'4")

Ensuite

Bedroom 5 - 3.31m x 3.01m (10'10" x 9'10")

Bedroom 4 - 3.99m x 3.44m (13'1" x 11'3")

WC

Airing Cupboard

Office Area

Bedroom 3 - 4.89m x 4.4m (16'0" x 14'5")

Bedroom 2 - 4.9m x 3.4m (16'0" x 11'1")

OUT SIDE

Drive Way

Double Garage - 6.11m x 6.01m (20'0" x 19'8")

Rear Garden