Silsoe Road, Maulden, Bedfordshire, MK45

This beautiful and highly individual four/five double bedroom detached home occupies a superb position within the village and offers well proportioned, flexible accommodation, in addition to a double garage, totalling over 2,900 sq ft.

The property is approached via an ample shingled driveway providing parking for several vehicles, with a double garage positioned to one side. The frontage is enclosed by mature hedging and an attractive curved low level brick wall flanking the entrance.

Step inside and you’re welcomed by a spacious entrance hall with a staircase rising to the first floor and a useful shower room. Directly ahead is the dining room, which comfortably accommodates a table and chairs, creating a real family and sociable space. Beyond here is the impressive kitchen/breakfast room, extending to 22ft and fitted with a comprehensive range of floor and wall mounted units with contrasting darker work surfaces. There is space for a range of freestanding appliances, while a breakfast bar provides informal dining. The room is finished with recessed spotlights and a shaped ceiling incorporating a Velux window. A separate utility room offers additional storage and further appliance space.

Across the hallway is the principal reception room, the living room, which enjoys generous proportions (15’5” x 12’2”), allowing for flexible furniture arrangements. The room has been decorated in an attractive palette and features a wood burning stove as a focal point. Double doors lead through to a family room, which benefits from a beautiful bay window overlooking the front, whilst positioned alongside at the front is a separate study, ideal for those working from home, offering a quiet and practical space away from the main living areas. Completing the ground floor is a conservatory, providing lovely views across the garden and flooding the space with natural light.

Upstairs, the first floor landing leads to all the accommodation on this level, the master bedroom of which nestles to the rear elevation and has a striking papered statement wall, in addition to a separate dressing room (which could be used as a fifth bedroom subject to reconfiguring the access) and a stylish en-suite bathroom. This comprises of a P-shaped bath with shower over and glass screen, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Modern tiling has been added to splashback areas, with a heated towel rail and obscure window completing the look. The second bedroom is particularly impressive, offering a dual aspect orientation with a curved ceiling and Velux windows, and measures 21’8” x 15’9”, whilst of the remaining two bedrooms, one is positioned to the rear and the other occupies the front. They are served by a refitted family bathroom which comprises of a walk in shower enclosure, bath with a hand held shower attachment, low level wc and a wash hand basin set into a vanity unit.

Externally, the southwest facing rear garden is a great size and enjoys the afternoon sun. It has been thoughtfully designed, featuring a generous shaped patio area ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Running alongside is a slightly raised decking, providing further seating space, while the remainder of the garden is laid to lawn with deep, well stocked borders filled with an array of established plants, shrubs and bushes. To the far end, a pergola creates an additional seating area, whilst a pond includes an attractive waterfall feature. The garden is enclosed by timber fencing with gated side access.

The village of Maulden is well positioned to cater for the commuter with the M1/A1 motorways both within a 20 minute drive, alternatively there are regular train links into London St Pancras from either Flitwick or Harlington platforms, taking a matter of 35/40 minutes respectively. There is a local convenience store and several well established eateries within a short distance from the property, further and more substantial amenities can be found in Ampthill offering a selection of small individually owned shops, hairdressers and a Waitrose Store. The area is renowned for its autonomous schooling at all levels including Redborne Academy, whilst there is a morning pick up from the village to both Redborne and the Bedford Harpur Trust Schools.