Bedford Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45

Nestled close to the heart of the picturesque Georgian market town of Ampthill, this rarely available two bedroom Grade II listed Duke of Bedford cottage offers a unique opportunity to secure a genuine slice of history. The home enjoys well proportioned, bright and airy accommodation throughout.

Approached via a communal gravel driveway that runs behind the row of cottages, the property benefits from off road parking for one vehicle in front of a useful brick built barn, ideal for storage. A smart wooden front door opens into a small entrance hall, with a further internal door leading through to the principal reception room. The living room commands impressive dimensions—12’8” by 10’10”—allowing for flexible furniture placement. A cast iron fireplace creates an attractive focal point, a window to the front elevation floods the room with natural light, and a staircase sits to one side rising to the first floor.

Beyond here is the kitchen/diner, fitted with a comprehensive range of light coloured Shaker-style units with complementary work surfaces over. There is space for several free standing appliances, as well as ample room for a dining table and chairs, creating an ideal family or entertaining space.

Upstairs, the first floor landing serves all rooms on this level. The master bedroom sits to the front and is comfortably of double proportions, while the second bedroom is a good sized single extending to 12’3” by 8’1”. They are serviced by a well presented bathroom fitted with a three piece suite comprising a panelled bath with shower and glass screen over, low level WC, and pedestal wash hand basin. Modern tiling decorates the splashback areas, and a window draws in natural light from the rear.

Externally, the garden has been thoughtfully designed, with a shingled area immediately outside the rear door leading to an artificial lawn. To the far end, slightly raised decking is interspersed with planters stocked with shrubs and bushes. The boundary is enclosed by a combination of timber fencing and wrought-iron railings, with a right of way across for neighbouring properties.

Within immediate proximity is access to Ampthill town centre and its extensive amenities, Waitrose store, parks and high street shops. The area is renowned for its autonomous schooling for all age groups, with 'Russell Lower', ‘Firs Lower’, 'Alameda' and 'Redborne' just a short walk away. There is also a local pick-up point for the Bedford Harpur trust private schools for both boys and girls. Links into London are from Flitwick station with a frequent service into St Pancras which takes as little as 40 minutes, major road links are from J13, M1 which is less than 15 minutes from the property.