Verdi Close, MILTON KEYNES

SPACE AND LIGHT

Like other homes in the area, the property, which dates back to 1992, was built on former farmland. Today Old Farm Park is still known for its green, open spaces and tranquillity, as well as its proximity to exceptional amenities. “We loved the area and the house itself was ideal for us,” she recalls. “We moved from a tiny cottage and so it felt very spacious. It was light and airy, with high ceilings and had a really nice flow to its layout.” The house was in immaculate condition when the current owners moved in. Since then, they have maintained the property as necessary, repainting here and there. “It is ready to move into,” she adds. “Nothing needs to be done unless the new owners wish to make it their own.”

FRIENDS AND FAMILY

Entered from the front, where there is a small front garden, driveway and double garage, the house opens up from a central reception hall. To the left, this leads into the large drawing room, which has windows at one end and French windows to the garden, with glass on either side, at the other. Double doors from the hall open into the dining room to the front of the property. “This is a fantastic house for entertaining – we have had lots of gatherings with friends and many family occasions, with up to 20 people sitting down to eat in the dining room at times.”

VERSATILE HOME

The ground floor space is incredibly flexible. In addition to the drawing room and dining room, there is a study. “The previous owners had the dining room arranged as an office and used the study as their dining room – with space for a six-seat table. We have often thought that the dining room could easily become a playroom, gym or snooker room.” There is a cloakroom downstairs too and then the generous kitchen breakfast room, which leads into the utility room and has more French doors to the garden. “This is already a large room, with ample space for a dining table and sofa, but we have considered possibly opening it up a little more and installing bi-folding doors to the garden,” she admits. “But the room really is lovely as it is.”

REST AND RELAXATION

The four bedrooms are on the first floor of the house, together with the family bathroom. The master bedroom is to the rear of the property, where it has built-in storage and a spacious en-suite bathroom. “This is the size of a family bathroom and is a wonderful place to relax in a hot bath with candles when you want a little time to yourself.” A second bedroom has an en-suite shower room and the two remaining rooms share the family bathroom. All three bathrooms have stylish, contemporary fixtures and fittings. “The arrangement upstairs has made family living very easy and has also meant we can ensure overnight guests are also very comfortable.”

OUTDOOR LIVING

The owners also take great pleasure from the opportunities for outside living afforded to them by their beautiful home. They unwind and entertain in the garden whenever the weather is fine and enjoy the easy flow between the inside and out spaces. They have also enjoyed being so close to Parks Trust land for walking and cycling, as well as their proximity to Caldecotte Lake and Aspley Woods. “We can get to everywhere we want to within 10 minutes,” she said. “There is good access to schools, Kingston Shopping Centre, the A5 and the M1. At the same time, it is so quiet – and I will miss that when we move.” She adds: “I will also miss the spaciousness and luxury the house offers. Having friends and family over has been lovely and I have really appreciated the sheer quality and style of the property as a place to live.”

SETTING THE SCENE

The house on Verdi Close is set back from the cul-de-sac by its garden and driveway leading to the double garage. To the rear it opens onto a good-sized, mature family garden. This has areas of terrace and lawn and is very well screened by established trees and shrubs

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