Description
A modern four double bedroom detached chalet style property in landscaped wrap around gardens of approximately 0.39 acres overlooking open fields and the historic Moats of Newbury Manor at the rear. The property is on the edge of the village in a rural position. It has been enlarged and updated, and now has approximately 2,359 sq. ft. of accommodation. A solid front door opens into an entrance hall which has an exposed oak parquet floor. Both the drawing room and sitting room have garden views to the rear, while the dining room overlooks the open fields at the front. In addition, there is a separate study and a kitchen with adjoining breakfast room which also overlooks the gardens and moats.
The first floor landing has access to the roof space and an airing cupboard. There are four double bedrooms, two with fitted bedroom furniture. The principal bedroom has an en suite shower room and there is a family bathroom.
The block paved driveway provides parking for up to three cars and access to the double garage which has a remotely operated door.
Principal Reception Rooms The drawing room is part of a substantial ground floor extension and has a high vaulted, part panelled ceiling with Velux windows, a feature fireplace with an exposed brick chimney with shelving either side, and glazed sliding doors to the rear terrace. The dining room has exposed oak parquet flooring and a staircase to the first floor. The sitting room has built-in cupboards and glazed doors to the rear terrace.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room The kitchen/breakfast room has a range of hand painted Shaker style units with complementary work surfaces incorporating a double sink. Integrated appliances include an electric double oven, hob and extractor as well as space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher. The breakfast area has further fitted units and work surfaces, space and plumbing for a washing machine and fridge/freezer, and a gas fired boiler. Glazed double doors at the side open onto the garden.
Gardens The gardens are a major feature, extend to approximately 0.39 acres, wrap around the property and are bordered by the moat of Newbury Manor to the side and rear. There are block paved and gravel seating areas, extensive lawned areas and established shaped borders with mature trees, shrubs, and seasonal flowers. There is a summerhouse and a large timber storage shed.
Situation and Schooling Silsoe is located just off the A6, almost equidistant from Bedford and Luton. It has a variety of local amenities that include shops, a lower school and country pubs. It also has over 130 listed buildings and is edged by the historic gardens of Wrest Park. There is a newly built community and sports facility. The catchment schools are Arnold Academy and Harlington Upper School. Silsoe is also on the school bus route to the Harpur Trust schools in Bedford, which is 10 miles away.
