Description
An Edwardian six double bedroom detached property, with a drive and garaging, surrounded by gardens of approximately 0.33 acres, in a prominent position in the village overlooking Sharnbrook's historic church. The 1907 property was extensively redesigned and extended by the current owners and an award-winning architect in 2014. It now has over 3,000 sq. ft. of versatile accommodation over two floors. Careful attention has been taken to blend traditional features with modern amenities. There are four separate reception rooms, an open plan kitchen/breakfast room, a utility room, a cloakroom, and a boot room. The part galleried landing has a Velux skylight and a linen cupboard. There are six double bedrooms, three en suite shower rooms, and a family bathroom.
An automatic remotely controlled gate in a pillared entrance leads into the gravelled driveway which provides parking for up to six cars and access to a detached double garage and workshop/store with twin timber doors, power connected and eaves storage. The gardens have been designed for ease of maintenance and include a custom-built, enclosed outdoor kitchen.
Entrance Hall and Reception Rooms The entrance hall has limestone tiled flooring which continues through most of the ground floor. Deep moulded ceiling coving features in many rooms. The dining room and sitting room both have limestone fireplaces with open grates, and the study has a mullioned open fireplace and custom built-in storage. The family room has bi-fold doors on two sides, creating a natural flow to the garden and outdoor kitchen. The room has bespoke fitted storage and an original Edwardian well is a unique feature in the floor.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room A link between the family room and kitchen/breakfast room features display shelving and a bespoke storage unit. The kitchen/breakfast room has been refitted in a bespoke range of Shaker style units by Fraser James including a central island incorporating a breakfast bar, and a larder unit, with granite and hardwood work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a range style oven, a dishwasher, and a larder fridge. Glazed double doors lead to the rear terrace.
Gardens A gated side access leads to the rear garden which has been designed with an emphasis on outdoor entertaining and can be lit up at night. A flagstone terrace wraps around the side and rear of the house, and a walled area at the side includes an outdoor kitchen with a custom-built brick unit including a sink and storage. The gardens are mainly lawned with established borders and mature trees, and are fully enclosed by a combination of fencing, pleached trees and mature hedging.
Situation and Schooling Sharnbrook village has two schools, including Sharnbrook Academy, which is rated good by Ofsted. London Marathon winner Paula Radcliffe opened the Community Sports Centre in 2005. The village dates back to Saxon times and there is a Norman church, a bakery, a farm shop, a Co-op supermarket, a newsagent, a grocer, a pharmacy, a florist and a hairdresser.
