Grange Road, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45

PRESENTED IN SHOW HOUSE CONDITION WITH EXCELLENT ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND QUALITY FIXTURES, THIS DETACHED FAMILY HOME ENJOYS A 0.25 ACRE PRIVATE PLOT IN THE GEORGIAN TOWN OF AMPTHILL.

Offered with the benefit of no onward chain, the property has been meticulously refurbished and improved and is ready to move into. A host of features include new kitchen and new sanitaryware with quartz splash surfaces, Grohe and Franke taps, Fired Earth tiling, engineered white oak flooring with a 6mm oak layer, new carpets and solid wood doors – all finished with chrome handles and dimmer switch controlled downlighting. For future energy proofing and efficiency, the house has been professionally rewired in 2025 and includes fibre broadband, USB charging sockets, multiple TV points, connection for EV, full CCTV coverage, Ring cameras, and perimeter sensor lighting. All radiators are thermostatically controlled via HIVE, with zoned heating on ground and first floor. A replacement Worcester gas boiler was installed in 2020.
The accommodation is ideal for modern-day living, having separate formal reception rooms along with the much in demand open plan kitchen/dining/living area with an attached garden room forming the heart of the house.
A family room or study offers a quieter area to work from home A second kitchen/utility/boot room is far larger than you would expect and is well fitted with side access to the garden.
There are four light bedrooms, the main having an ensuite with newly fitted sanitaryware, Mira mains feed power shower and the family bathroom with power shower echoes the quality with a completely new suite. Looking to the future, there is extension potential to create a fifth bedroom to the side and over the garage. Of worthy note, all the tiling, quartz work surfaces, cabinetry, ceramic sinks, flooring and décor are consistent throughout the whole of the property, enhancing the show house presentation.
Finally, the house stands on a good size plot situated away from the road on a cul-de-sac with a long driveway and turning area for several vehicles. The wrap-around garden is secluded by mature trees and hedging with gated access to both sides.

A viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this quality family home and location within this sought-after Georgian market town.

THE ACCOMMODATION

A solid entrance door with side windows opens into the entrance hall with CCTV screen and where stairs rise to the first floor. There is a cloakroom with butler sink unit with quartz surface, vanity cupboard under, Fired Earth tiled floor and a fitted mirror. Lying to the left the dual aspect sitting room has oak flooring, downlighters and three pairs of wall lights. Double doors flow into the garden room which is a light and spacious room overlooking the garden with oak flooring and Velux roof lights and double doors opening into the living area and kitchen/diner.
Forming the heart of the house the kitchen/diner and living area are all combined with ample space for table, chairs and sofa. The kitchen is fitted with a stylish range of base and wall units with a double butler sink unit and Franke mixer taps and quartz work surfaces. The kitchen is fully equipped with integrated Bosch appliances including a dishwasher, double oven, hob, extractor hood, and fridge freezer.
Adjacent to the kitchen is an excellent size second kitchen/utility/boot room having matching units, double butler sink unit, quartz surface and space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Attention to detail includes a wall mounted coat rack and water connection point ready for an American-style fridge/freezer if ever required. A side door provides convenient access to both gardens and the garage.

FIRST FLOOR

A trap door provides access to the part boarded loft which has light and a drop-down ladder and an airing cupboard houses the hot water cylinder and newly installed pump for the showers.
The principal bedroom is a double room with a newly fitted ensuite of an extra wide tiled shower enclosure with Mira shower unit, quartz topped butler sink, Grohe taps, Fired Earth tiled floor, heated towel rail and mirror.
There are three further bedrooms, two of which have built-in double cupboards with 60/40 hanging rails and shelving.

Finally, the family bathroom has quality sanitaryware with a bath, separate Mira shower over with screen, a vanity sink unit, Grohe taps, quartz surface and Fired Earth floor tiling and heated towel rail.

OUTSIDE

The long driveway is bordered with assorted mature trees and shrubs with fenced and gated access to both sides including a concealed area for utility wheelie bins. Landscaping features include shingle areas with membrane under for reduced maintenance and planted English lavender to the front garden.
A fully enclosed garden to the rear and both sides is ideal for the family; with lawns, trees and shrubs. There is a handy storage shed, exterior taps, double power socket and courtesy sensor lights all around the property.
With an up-and-over door, the garage has a personal door at the rear, separate circuit breaker/fuse board, multiple power sockets, lights and houses the Worcester gas boiler which we are informed benefits from an annual service contract. Wiring is in place to fit an electric car charging point in front of the garage.

LOCATION

Ampthill is a vibrant Georgian market town with a very active community including a number of festivals and concerts throughout the summer with Christmas light switch on and fairs in the winter. The town has its own Waitrose, butchers, deli, wine merchants, a number of coffee/tea houses and a good range of independent shops. The town benefits from a superb 160 acre park which has a children’s play area and cafeteria. The town is now well recognised for its rugby club, which plays in The Championship division. From the house there is close access to the Firs, Ampthill Park and to the two schools (Firs & Alameda) - there is a path access from the end of the close that takes you across the end of Holland Road and up to Meadow Way. 5 minutes to The Firs and 10 minutes walk to the Park.

Ampthill is well placed for Woburn with its stately home, Safari Park, Championship golf courses. Other local attractions like Center Parcs and the upcoming Universal Studios Park, opening in 2030, make Ampthill an ideal location.

Well regarded schooling is available in Ampthill for all age groups with Redborne Upper school having a community college and OFSTED rated ‘good’. For private education there is also a coach service to the renowned Harpur Trust schools in Bedford.

For those that commute the property is well located for access to Junctions 12 and 13 of the M1 motorway and the nearby station at Flitwick has a main line railway service to St Pancras (41 min) from where the service continues to the City stations of Farringdon, City Thameslink and London Blackfriars.

PROPERTY INFORMATION
Services: Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas
Local Authority: Central Bedfordshire Council.
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Outgoings: Council Tax Band: “E”
Tenure: Freehold. EPC Rating: “C”