Payne Close, Leighton Buzzard, LU7

Why buy this home?

Set within a quiet cul-de-sac near the entrance of Redrow's highly regarded Leestone Park development, this attractive and beautifully presented home showcases the ever-popular Ludlow design. Its position is one of the property's standout features, enjoying a quieter setting than many homes located further into the development. It is also one of the more conveniently placed homes for those who enjoy walking, with a shorter route into the High Street, as well as easier access to nearby woodland walks, green spaces and local lower schools.

From the moment you arrive, this home makes an excellent first impression. The crisp white rendered frontage, contrasting brickwork and classic Georgian-style windows combine to create an elegant exterior that draws inspiration from traditional architecture, giving it a level of kerb appeal that is often missing from modern developments. At the same time, it offers all the practical, low-maintenance benefits of a contemporary home.

As soon as you walk through the front door, it's clear this home has been exceptionally well cared for. Finished to a high standard throughout, the tasteful décor and abundance of natural light create a bright and welcoming feel.

The generous proportions of the living room are immediately apparent as you step inside. The higher than average ceiling height enhances the sense of space, complementing the already impressive floor area. The current owners have chosen a traditional sofa suite, although the room is equally well suited to a large corner sofa if preferred. Even then, there is still ample space for additional furniture, such as a coffee table, without the room ever feeling cramped. There is a real sense of comfort to this room, making it somewhere you'll naturally gravitate towards whether you're unwinding in the evening or spending time with family and friends.

Occupying the rear of the home, the stunning kitchen/dining room has been designed as a space where family life naturally comes together and it's easy to imagine this becoming the room where most of your time is spent. Whether it's enjoying breakfast before the school run, catching up over dinner or entertaining friends at the weekend, this is a space that adapts to every occasion. The kitchen itself is finished with a stylish range of two-tone contemporary units offering an excellent balance of storage and preparation space. Integrated appliances include a double oven, gas hob with extractor over, dishwasher and fridge freezer, while the horseshoe design ensures there is ample room to move around, making cooking together both comfortable and enjoyable. A separate cupboard neatly conceals the washing machine and tumble dryer, allowing the kitchen to remain uncluttered. The dining area comfortably caters for a six-seater table and benefits from French doors that open directly onto the garden, making it easy to spill outside during the summer BBQ season or to keep an eye on children playing.

Stepping out from the kitchen, the rear garden provides a wonderful extension to the living space during the warmer months. Whether its children enjoying playing on the lawn, family barbecues on a summer's evening or simply sitting outside with a drink after work, there is plenty of room for everyday family life to unfold. The west-facing aspect is a real advantage, allowing the garden to enjoy sunshine from early afternoon well into the evening, making the patio the perfect place to dine outdoors or catch the last of the day's sun. Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind, while still offering plenty of scope for the next owners to introduce additional planting, play equipment or landscaping to suit their own lifestyle. A gated side access also provides a practical route to the front of the property, ideal for bringing bins through or returning from walks without needing to pass through the house.

Upstairs, the well-balanced layout continues with three bedrooms and a bathroom, ensuring there is plenty of space for families. The main bedroom is positioned at the front of the home and comfortably accommodates a king-sized bed, whilst also benefiting from a fitted wardrobe that provides everyday storage without compromising the floor space. Having its own en-suite shower room is a real bonus, particularly during busy weekday mornings, helping to reduce the inevitable queue for the bathroom. Fitted with a double shower, wash hand basin, W/C and heated towel rail, it provides a private space away from the main house to get ready for your day.

The second bedroom is another double and is perfect for an older child or teenager who will appreciate having a little more space of their own. Meanwhile, the third bedroom is a versatile room that could continue to serve as a child's bedroom or be adapted as a nursery, home office or dressing room, depending on your family's changing needs.

The family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms and is fitted with a shower over the bath, making it ideal for both busy mornings and children's bath time.

More about the location...

Leighton Buzzard is a market town in Bedfordshire, near the Chiltern Hills and lying between Aylesbury, Tring, Dunstable and Milton Keynes.

The area has become an increasingly popular place to relocate to for workers from London, helped in part by its reasonably priced housing – a big attraction for young professional couples wanting to get their foot on the property ladder. Leighton Buzzard provides great access to the countryside and other parts of the UK like London, Birmingham, Cambridge and Oxford.

Leighton Buzzard is close to the M1 motorway and A5 road, and is served by Southern and London Northwestern Railway services on the West Coast Main Line railway at Leighton Buzzard railway station in Linslade. The railway operates non-stop commuting services to Euston railway station, with the fastest peak journey times less than 30 minutes.

Leighton Buzzard operates a three-tier education system with a selection of with Lower, Middle and Upper Schools.

The River Ouzel runs through the town as does the famous Grand Union Canal, which Leighton Buzzard is well known for. There is a lot of activity along the canal which residents can enjoy, from peaceful walks to fishing and waterside pubs.

There are many community events scheduled throughout the year including both the Food and Canal Festivals in the summer, Linslade in Bloom, Music in the Park and the Christmas Market.

A short drive from Leighton Buzzard is Ascott House which is set in a 3,200-acre estate and benefits extensive manicured gardens which you are free to enjoy. There is also Rushmere Country Park on the outskirts of the town which is an area of 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows for you to explore. This is a Greensands Trust site with a visitor centre and café.

In 1963 the Great Train Robbery took place at a site near Bridego Bridge, between the villages of Cheddington and Linslade. Every time a Great Train Robber was caught law dictated that they had to be brought back to the small court house at Linslade to be charged.

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