Huntingdon, Bedfordshire

THE LODGE

KEY FEATURES

The Lodge is a beautifully presented detached home dating back to the 18th century set in a generous plot. The property has been extended to provide over 2,900 sq. ft. of accommodation with light and spacious rooms allowing versatile living with far reaching unspoilt country views.

The main entrance leads directly into the formal dining room with a large box window with window seat and a simple fireplace with log burner. Steps lead up an internal hallway with stairs to first floor and provides access to the rest of the ground floor. The family room has a tiled floor and overlooks the rear garden. A door leads through to the snug with an exposed brick wall, feature brick fireplace with electric flame effect log burner and French doors lead out to the garden. Two steps lead down to the well-proportioned dual aspect living room with a walk-in box window and feature open fire place. The very spacious kitchen breakfast room has a beautiful Shaker style kitchen with granite topped island/breakfast bar, Range Master and integrated appliances. The dining area is large enough for a dining table seating up to 14; perfect for family meals or casual dining/entertaining. French doors lead out to a partially covered patio area and garden. An internal door leads through to the utility room, boot room and ground floor cloakroom.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite is dual aspect with Juliet balcony, a walk through dressing room and spacious en-suite bathroom with standalone bath, twin basins and walk-in shower. Bedroom two is a good size double room with built in storage and en-suite with separate bath and shower. The remaining four bedrooms are all of a good size, three doubles and one large single are served by the family bathroom.

Outside the property sits nicely in the plot which is partially enclosed by a brick wall. The gravelled driveway with parking for approx. four cars leads to the double cart barn which opens into the brick built garden store/workshop. The wraparound garden is laid mainly to lawn with ample paved dining/seating areas and far reaching countryside views. Mature hedges and trees provide plenty of privacy.

SELLER INSIGHT

The Lodge began life in the mid eighteenth century, as a building where the farm horses were kept. In the late nineteenth century, it was developed into a house, and a further modern extension has resulted in a superb and characterful family home. The present owners say The Lodge has given them seventeen very happy years.

At the time of purchase they had a young family and were looking for a home with space both inside and out, in a setting that would provide the children with a safe and suitable lifestyle. The Lodge, located in a peaceful and secluded location, and built on a hilltop with panoramic views across the countryside, ticked all the boxes.

They also relished the idea of making further changes to the property; which has included forming a large split level lounge and snug, revamping the generous kitchen diner, creating a very useful boot room, and a walk in wardrobe in the master bedroom. Lastly, they replaced the old garage with a huge carport and shed.

The family have appreciated and used all the rooms, but the lounge and snug, which are flooded with natural light, is where they enjoy the sweeping landscape views. The French doors from the snug open to the patio where it is a pleasure to enjoy al fresco meals and just relax: whilst a fire on each level makes this area a cosy winter retreat.

The house is easy both to live and entertain in. The kitchen diner can accommodate fourteen around the table and is somewhere guests inevitably congregate for parties. You can either chat to the cook around the granite island at one end of the room or settle in an armchair at the other. It is the very welcoming and sociable centre of the home.

The walled garden winds around the house and is a charming mix of lawn, seasonal colour, the remains of a small orchard and a pretty wildflower area around the trees. There have been many parties in the garden, and in an old barn that forms the attractive red brick perimeter wall of the property, which the owners have the use of.

Shelton is a quick ten minute drive into historic Kimbolton, with its excellent school and shopping facilities, whilst Bedford, the county town is easily accessible and for commuting has a frequent train service into London. The owners have loved The Lodge and will miss the space and the freedom. They take away many happy memories.*

*These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Village information

Shelton is a small hamlet in the Dean & Shelton Parish in north Bedfordshire. There is a pretty Grade I Listed village church, St Mary’s and more amenities can be found in Shelton’s neighbouring parishes Upper and Lower Dean including Dalton Hall. Dalton Hall is the centre for community, social and sporting activities such as walking groups, tennis, cricket, Pilates and Brownies and is also the venue for the annual Dean & Shelton Country Show and the Dean Dog Show. The nearby market towns of Kimbolton (approx. 5.5 miles) and Raunds (approx. 5 miles) offer a wider range of shopping, health care, schools as well as sports and leisure activities. There is a regular bus service from Shelton to Kimbolton whilst the county town of Bedford (about 15 miles) has a mainline railway station with fast links into London. Kimbolton School, a co-educational day and boarding school, is well-regarded and offers education from age 4 to 18 whilst Bedford has a number of independent schools catering for all age groups.

INFORMATION

• Impressive Detached Period Home

• Unspoilt Country Views

• Four Reception Rooms

• Large Principal Bedroom With Ensuite Bathroom

• Second Ensuite To Bedroom Two

• Generous Plot

• Nearby Villages With Amenities

• No Forward Chain

Agents Notes

Tenure: Freehold

Year Built: 18th century in part

EPC: TBC

Local Authority: Central Bedfordshire Council

Council Tax Band: G

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 27.02.2023

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