5 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Lane and Holmes are delighted to offer for sale this unique bungalow in Wilstead which has been heavily extended and improved over time, offering space for multi-generational living and work from home, all set within a plot approaching a third of an acre and behind electric gates.

The principal living space is a large bay-fronted living room, accessed from the central entrance hall, which benefits from a multi-fuel burner, and uniquely boasts a spiral staircase leading to a loft space. The living room adjoins a fully fitted kitchen/dining room, where benefits include a sizeable island unit with breakfast bar seating and granite worksurfaces and there is ample space for family dining and relaxation. The kitchen area has underfloor heating and a Range cooker with a complementary hood. French doors lead through to a conservatory with windows overlooking, and doors opening out to the large rear garden. A substantial degree of rural life practicality is provided by the utility room with space for both a washing machine and a tumble drier, and there is a Butler sink, WC and access to the garage.

In the current configuration, the master bedroom is situated to the rear of the property, and benefits from a stunning en suite, fitted wardrobes and direct access to the rear garden via bi-fold doors. To the front lies a further sizeable double bedroom with its own en suite, and three further double bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. Over the years space has also been made for a small reading area and a large walk-in wardrobe.

Moving outside and behind the gates, there is a large shingled driveway at the front and the side leading to a carport and then to a single garage. There is access at both sides leading to the rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn, and is particularly private. To one side lies a summer house and a brick-built workshop, whilst to the other is a further outbuilding, which is fully insulated and complete with power, light and water, ideal as a work from home office or a gym.

Further benefits include gas central heating, an alarm system and CCTV.

Wilstead is a popular village located within easy reach of the A6 and Bedford’s Southern bypass for access to the A1 and M1. It is also a short drive away from Bedford’s town centre and the facilities it offers, which include the mainline railway station offering fast and frequent services to the capital.

Wilstead itself offers various facilities of its own to include a Primary School, takeaways, two public houses, a pharmacy and multiple churches. The village hall and Jubilee hall offer plenty of opportunity for recreation and socialising, with clubs and activities for all ages, including the bowls club, gardening club, walking club, drama clubs and much more.

Agents note: Should the new buyers wish for the spiral staircase to be removed, this can be facilitated by the vendors.