About this property
Key Features
- Grade II listed stone-built cottage in the heart of Turvey
- Beautifully presented throughout with exposed beams, stonework and original character features
- Three bedrooms plus study arranged over three floors
- Impressive 23ft sitting room with wood-burning stove set within the original bakehouse oven
- Private walled courtyard garden and extensive gated off-road parking
- Substantial detached two-storey garage/store extending to approximately 786 sq ft
Description
The River Bakehouse is a beautifully presented Grade II listed stone-built period home, occupying a distinctive position on Bridge Street in the heart of Turvey. Rich in character and carefully updated throughout, the property combines the warmth and individuality of an historic cottage with stylish modern finishes, generous parking, a private walled garden and a substantial two-storey garage/store.
Extending to approximately 1,323 sq ft of accommodation, with a further 786 sq ft garage and first-floor store, the property offers a particularly appealing and flexible arrangement. The house is set behind stone walling and gated access, creating a tucked-away courtyard setting just off Bridge Street, while still being within easy reach of the village amenities and nearby countryside.
The accommodation is arranged over three floors and includes a kitchen/breakfast room, a large sitting room, a cloakroom, three bedrooms and a study. Outside, the property has a private, low-maintenance walled garden arranged for seating and entertaining, together with a gravel courtyard providing extensive parking and access to the detached garage.
Ground Floor
The main entrance is approached via a paved side pathway, enclosed by stone walling and planted borders. A stable style front door opens into the entrance hall, where oak flooring, exposed stone detailing, panelled doors and a rope handrail immediately establish the character of the house. There is a ground-floor cloakroom fitted with a WC, a vanity basin, and a chrome heated towel rail, finished in soft, muted tones.
The kitchen/breakfast room is a bright and inviting space with a vaulted ceiling and exposed timber detail. Shaker-style cabinetry provides a generous range of storage, complemented by timber worktops, tiled splashbacks and a Belfast-style sink set beneath twin windows. A range cooker sits beneath an extractor hood, with space for a large fridge/freezer and a dining table. The room has a warm country-house feel, with oak flooring, natural textures, and carefully considered finishes.
The sitting room is a particularly impressive reception room, extending to approximately 23 ft in length. It is full of original character, with exposed stone walls, extensive ceiling beams, oak flooring and deep-set windows with window seats. The room’s principal feature is the former bakehouse oven, set within a painted brick surround and now incorporating a wood-burning stove. This creates a strong architectural focal point and gives the space a distinctive sense of history. The room is generous enough for large seating arrangements while retaining a comfortable and intimate cottage atmosphere.
First & Second Floors
The first floor is reached from the entrance hall and provides two double bedrooms, a study, a bathroom.
Both bedrooms are well presented, with original floorboards, traditional detailing and built-in or fitted storage. The study offers a practical work-from-home space, while the bathroom is finished in a contemporary style with a freestanding bath, separate shower, WC, vanity basin, heated towel rail and rooflight.
A further spiral staircase rises to the second floor, where bedroom three sits within the roof space. With sloping ceilings, a rooflight and eaves storage, it provides a charming additional bedroom, guest room or occasional space.
Outside
The property is approached from Bridge Street via gated access into a gravelled courtyard, providing extensive off-road parking. The courtyard is enclosed by stone walls and sits beside the detached garage, creating a secure and private arrival area.
The detached garage is a substantial building of approximately 786 sq ft over two floors. The ground floor provides excellent garaging, workshop or storage space, while the first floor is currently arranged as a large store/gym area beneath a pitched roof. This is a highly useful addition to the main house and offers significant flexibility for storage, hobbies, fitness equipment or potential future use, subject to any necessary consents.
The garden is arranged to the side of the cottage and is designed for low-maintenance outdoor living. Enclosed by stone walling and timber fencing, it has an artificial lawn, paved seating areas and several places to sit or entertain. The garden sits directly alongside the stone elevations of the house, giving it a sheltered courtyard feel. There is space for outdoor dining furniture, relaxed seating and planted pots, while a side pathway leads back to the main entrance.
The overall outside arrangement is a key strength of the property, combining private seating space with secure parking and a large detached garage, all within a central village setting.
Location Summary
Turvey is a charming village and civil parish that sits on the banks of the River Great Ouse, located about 6 miles west of Bedford. The village offers two shops, a butcher's, two public houses, and a primary school. There are also playing fields where you can enjoy cricket, football, and tennis. Turvey is part of the school catchment area for Sharnbrook Upper School and is approximately 7 miles away from the Harpur Trust schools in Bedford. Transport links are excellent with trains running to St Pancras, and travel time from the property to central London is approximately 50 minutes.
