Station Road, Tempsford, Sandy, SG19

**CHAIN FREE** Set within the quaint and characterful village of Tempsford is this beautifully presented, two-bedroom cottage, blending heart-warming traditional features with boutique design. The property has undergone major enhancements and improvements to its interiors, with added accommodation, and comprises two spacious double-bedrooms with ample storage potential, an inviting sitting room with an exposed brick fireplace and wood-burning stove, a traditionally inspired kitchen with bespoke shaker style units, and a lavish re-fitted shower room, which boasts underfloor and radiant wall heating with incredibly plush finishes. The rear garden, re-landscaped by the current owner, evokes a blissful retreat, with a thoughtfully designed patio seating area, manicured lawns, established plant and shrub borders and a gravel walkway. The rear garden also boasts the impressive addition of the summerhouse, a stunning and sophisticated structure with incredible versatility. The summerhouse is currently used as a gym / yoga room, and features power & light, heating and an established outdoor seating area which is sheltered, and offers a lovely brick exposed fireplace with log stores, pendant lights and thoughtful design for hosting barbeques, al-fresco style dining, entertaining and relaxation. The private rear garden is highly substantial, and provides a scenic outlook onto mature woodland trees and open fields, and additionally features a brick-built outbuilding for storing garden tools and equipment, and a secluded rear section with raised beds for growing fresh fruits and vegetables. This wonderful cottage offers a wealth of design-led accommodations that must be seen to be truly appreciated. 

Ground Floor

There are two entrances to the cottage, one at the front of the property which leads into the sitting room, and one at the side, which leads into the hallway. Wood effect laminate flooring has been established to all ground floor areas apart from the shower room, which is somewhat divided by the hallway entrance. The shower room is an incredibly luxurious suite which has been newly refurbished by the current owner. The space features underfloor and radiant wall heating, and comprises an enclosed shower unit with 'Oxo Deco Blanco' splashback tiles and ambient strip lighting, a wall mounted vanity basin with delightful ribbed front cabinetry, and a traditional 'Oxford Close' WC. The space flaunts plush finishes such as a brush brass shower frame, as well as brush brass taps, towel rail, towel hooks and loo roll holder, and both the walls and floor are finished with limestone effect porcelain tiling, forming all together a lavish, contemporary suite. Entering via a door with an elegant...

First Floor

The stairs and landing area have also been carefully decorated, with a stair runner that matches the carpet of the first-floor landing, book shelving, and furnishings of an antique cupboard and decorative tropical plant. Natural light seeps through an internal window, which brings in light from the window of the second bedroom, and there are traditional white painted doors to both bedrooms. The master bedroom is incredibly spacious, with plenty of room for placing or fitting wardrobes, and there is a recess by the window which provides potential for another fitted wardrobe, dressing area or mini study. Bedroom two is also generously sized, and features a large window that not only floods the space with natural light, but also provides a scenic view over the rear garden. The room additionally features multiple alcoves and a wrap around section, which provide potential for integrating further storage cupboards, wardrobes or shelving. The loft hatch is also accessible from the second b...

External Areas

The lengthy rear garden has been landscaped meticulously to include an inviting patio seating area for outdoor lounging, entertaining and al-fresco style dining, manicured lawns, established borders with plants and shrubbery, and an elegant, gravelled walkway trail. The patio area, enclosed by classic picket fencing, has been established to sandstone slabbed paving, and has been beautifully finished with hanging flower beds, flowerpots, and a lovely archway of pink roses, evoking a truly blissful scene. The garden as a whole is incredibly private, and serves as a peaceful sanctuary, whilst commanding a scenic view from its backdrop of woodland trees and open fields. There is also a brick-built outbuilding offering plenty of storage space for garden tools and equipment, and the owner has undergone significant work to establish a summerhouse. The summerhouse is a stunning structure, offering amazing versatility. Its sophisticated design makes it fit for a variety of purposes, and is c...

At a Glance

• EPC: E (41) Potential: A (92)
• Council Tax: B (£1,885.65) (Central Bedfordshire Council)
• Consumer units located in the kitchen and lounge
• Electric heating
• Electric underfloor and radiant wall heating in the shower room
• Loft features boarding and insulation
• Power and light connected in the summerhouse

Tempsford - A Characterful Village Rich in Heritage and Picturesque Trails

The scenic village of Tempsford is renowned for its rich history, being the site of an Anglo Saxon and Danish battle in 921 AD and served as an undercover RAF airbase for special operations in WW2. The village is also home to the 12th/13th century Gannocks Castle, which is surrounded by water filled moat, and can be freely explored by residents and visitors of the village. Tempsford contains many other wonderful attractions that bring together residents and highlight the village’s heritage, with this including the 14th century St Peter’s Church, Millennium Garden Sanctuary, RAF Tempsford memorial, Wheatsheaf Pub and the Stuart Memorial Hall. The Wheatsheaf Pub, Memorial Hall and local individuals from the village host a range of popular events and clubs throughout the year for the thriving community, with this including pub quizzes, a book club, walking group, yoga, craft club, table tennis, and even unique/yearly events such as comedy nights, mystery evenings, and the annual...