About this property
Key Features
- 6 Double Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
- 7,400 sq. ft. in total
- Double Garage
- 1 Acre Plot
- Indoor Swimming Pool
Description
The current owners have tastefully improved and enhanced The Barn at Castle Dairy, with the added indoor swimming pool, improvements to the garden and the creation of the indoor entertaining space, The Barn is the perfect blend of a barn conversion with modern-day contemporary living. This home is perfectly located to Bedford town centre whilst retaining a rural charm.
Ground Floor
Upon arrival, you are greeted by oak-framed floor-to-ceiling double doors open to the reception hall. The grand entrance hall features an oak, bifurcated open-tread staircase with glass inserts. The staircase is galleried allowing lots of natural light to flood into the property.
At the heart of the home is the spacious kitchen/family room. This welcoming space features a 'shaker' style kitchen complete with integrated appliances, a central island complete with oak work surface and a ‘Rangemaster’ oven complete with an induction hob. There is a large lounge area and a further dining space providing a versatile area. There is access to both the rear garden through French doors and a private courtyard patio. The Kitchen/Diner also provides access to the utility room and cloakroom, with further double doors leading to the living room.
The living room is both spacious and inviting, providing access to the rear garden through French doors. It is equipped with an integrated surround system and features a large fireplace with a log-burning stove.
There is a separate snug room accessed through the entrance hall which leads to an internal lobby, which in turn provides access to the formal dining room. This room boasts a vast glass wall that offers stunning views of the indoor swimming pool.
The indoor pool is attached to the original detached double garage. It features a heated pool, French and bi-folding doors that lead to the patio, a comprehensive shower/changing room, and a dedicated plant room for pool maintenance.
The pool room also provides access to an upstairs entertainment hub. This space includes a bar, games room, cinema area, and doors leading to a balcony that offers sweeping views of the open countryside.
First and Second Floor
On the first floor, there is a feature gallery window with a seating area, surrounded by four generously sized bedrooms. Each of these bedrooms comes equipped with individual dressing rooms and en-suite bathrooms all of the rooms enjoy views over the garden and grounds.
The dual-aspect master bedroom features fitted wardrobes and drawers. It also has an en suite bathroom which includes a double-ended bath and a shower enclosure with power shower.
Moving up to the top floor, you'll find two additional spacious bedrooms, both of which also come with their en-suite facilities. There is excellent built-in storage in the eaves of the property and one of the top-floor bedrooms benefits from fitted wardrobes.
Gardens and Grounds
The property is accessed by two sets of double gates ensuring security and privacy at all times. There is a long gravel driveway with ample parking space and a turning circle for added convenience.
The meticulously maintained garden extends to over an acre and is flanked by high laurel hedges providing privacy. The large lawn area is perfect for outdoor activities and relaxation. There is a substantial patio area that spans the entire width of the back of the property with the bi-folding doors from the indoor swimming pool open onto it creating the ideal space for entertaining guests.
There is a separate vehicle gate leading into the garden for added convenience. The property is further enhanced with a surround sound system, comprehensive CCTV coverage, and under-floor heating with zonal control spread across all three levels.
Location Summary
The property is located to the east side of Bedford town centre, just a short drive from the Bedford bypass (A421) which provides access to Junction 13 of the M1, Milton Keynes to the south and the A1 and Cambridge to the north. Bedford railway station has services to London St. Pancras International in approximately 39 minutes.
Additionally, the bustling city of Milton Keynes is just a short distance away and boasts a highly regarded covered shopping centre, as well as a thriving theatre district and a plethora of restaurants. Getting around is a breeze thanks to the area's excellent transportation options, including easy access to the M1 motorway at Junction 14 and a major railway station in Milton Keynes that provides speedy connectivity to London Euston in just 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a direct line from Bedford to St Pancras and the Eurostar, which takes approximately 35 minutes.
Private schooling in the area is first class with a large selection of notable private schools including The Harpur Trust Schools in Bedford and Kimbolton.
