Gilwell Close, Bedford

This superbly renovated and extended four-bedroom semi-detached home offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living in the highly sought-after Putnoe area. Having undergone an extensive programme of renovation, extension and landscaping, the property is ready to move straight into and is perfectly suited to modern family life.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the home provides generous living space ideal for entertaining, home working and multi-generational living, with excellent potential for an annexe.

A substantial single-storey side extension creates a versatile range of rooms that can be adapted to suit a variety of needs. These include a spacious store (formerly the garage), an additional bedroom, a large room currently used as a gym but equally suited as a family or games room, and a dedicated study.

To the rear, a stunning extension has created an impressive open-plan kitchen and dining room, flooded with natural light and featuring bi-fold doors that seamlessly connect the home to the beautifully landscaped garden. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of units, a central island and integrated appliances, making it the heart of the home. A separate front reception room with a feature fireplace provides a cosy retreat, while the ground floor is completed by a cloakroom, utility area and shower.

Upstairs are three generous double bedrooms, all benefiting from fitted wardrobes, alongside a luxurious family bathroom with twin wash basins. The loft is fully boarded, providing an excellent additional storage area.

Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing and there is air-con extensively fitted throughout.

The front offers an enclosed area with off-road parking, while the larger-than-average rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a superb outdoor entertaining space. Features include an outdoor kitchen, built-in seating, a covered hot tub area, extensive patio areas and a lawn, offering the perfect balance of relaxation and recreation.

Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac on Gilwell Close, the property enjoys an excellent location within the popular Putnoe area. Local shopping parades, well-regarded schools and parks are all within easy reach, while Bedford town centre and the mainline railway station provide extensive amenities and fast, frequent rail services to London and beyond.