Bedford Close, Shillington, Bedfordshire, SG5

This particularly well presented, deceptively spacious three bedroom detached home occupies a wonderful edge of village position close to open countryside, in addition to spacious, interchangeable accommodation.

Approach to the home is via a hard standing driveway allowing parking for one vehicle, whilst directly ahead is a single garage with smart up and over door. A solid composite front door with obscure inserts opens into a porch which encloses a useful cloakroom which has been fitted with a low level wc and pedestal wash hand basin. Modern half height tiling runs around the perimeter. Moving into the living room this has impressive dimensions measuring over 16ft and has been decorated in a range of neutral tones and hues. An electric fire with marble effect backing, raised hearth and wooden surround create a real focal point to the room. To one corner stairs run to the first floor accommodation with storage cupboard under. Beyond here is a more formal dining area which has been laid with a wood effect flooring and has an abundance of natural daylight flooding the room from sliding patio doors to the rear. Parallel to here is the kitchen which has been fitted with a comprehensive range of light coloured floor and wall mounted units incorporating wooden work surfaces over. Several integrated appliances have been cleverly woven into the design including a four ring gas hob, under counter oven, extractor unit as well a microwave and dishwasher. Tiled splashbacks and flooring contemporise the space further still, whilst a window provides views down the garden. This area could, in our opinion, easily be opened up to create a larger, open plan kitchen/diner. To the rear is a conservatory which is of brick and double glazed construction with a polycarbonate roof. It has a tiled floor and French doors into the garden, and, completing this level, is the utility room, ideal for the storage of white goods, on this occasion, a free standing washing machine.

Moving upstairs the first floor landing gives way to all the accommodation on this level, the master of which sits to the front aspect and has the benefit of built in wardrobe space as well as the convenience of its own en-suite which comprises of a shower enclosure, low level wc and wash hand basin. Modern splashback tiling has been added and an obscure window to the side illuminates the space. The remaining two bedrooms both occupy the rear elevation, one of which is a double and the other a single. Both are serviced by a family bathroom which has been refitted with a stylish three piece suite comprising of a panelled bath, low level wc and wash hand basin. The look is finished with sleek tiled splashbacks and heated towel rail.

Externally the rear garden is laid principally to lawn with a small paved patio area as well as deep, shaped borders housing an assortment of established shrubs and bushes. The boundary is enclosed by timber fencing.

The village itself is surrounded by stunning countryside offering walks, nature trails and rambling opportunities galore. It also has amenities including a pub, post office, two convenience stores as well as a local Lower school. Commuter wise it provides convenient access by road, in addition to a direct link to London Kings Cross from Hitchin which sits approximately five miles away.