About this property
Key Features
- Village Location
- Excellent Condition
- Double Garage
- Private Gardens
Description
Ground Floor
The entrance hall features stylish limestone tiles that extend to the utility room and kitchen/breakfast area. To the right is a well-sized utility room with an integrated freezer and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.
This room is equipped with wall and floor-mounted units and a quartz work surface. Opposite the utility room is the study, which could easily be used as a third bedroom if needed. Moving forward, you'll find the large open-plan kitchen with a range of NEFF appliances, a large fridge, and an excellent selection of wall and floor-mounted, shaker-style units with quartz work surfaces. There is an induction hob with a mirrored extractor above. The kitchen’s centrepiece is the significant island with cupboards below and space for stools. There is also access to the garden via large sliding doors.
Towards the front of the home is the spacious sitting room with a free-standing contemporary log-burning stove, two windows with excellent views over the village green and oak stairs rising to the first floor. The sitting room and dining room benefit from traditional exposed beams add character and a sense of history to the home.
Leading on from the sitting room you will find the dining room. There is exposed Parquet flooring throughout the dining room and an additional door connecting back round to the kitchen. There is also a small hallway leading off of the dining room which features two large storage cupboards and access to a recently renovated shower room with a walk-in shower and modern sanitary ware.
First Floor
On the first floor there are two large double bedrooms, both of the rooms have been cleverly designed utilising all of the available storage space.
The master bedroom is dual aspect with an extra velux window allowing light to fill the room. It benefits from views of the rear garden and has a dedicated dressing area with built-in wardrobes. Bedroom two overlooks the side garden and has built-in wardrobes and a velux window.
A family bathroom supports both bedrooms with a freestanding oval bath, a contemporary vanity sink and a walk-in shower. The landing is flooded with natural light from a skylight above. A large walk-in loft/storage room at The Old Smithy could be converted into a further bedroom if required.
Gardens
The property features two fully enclosed gardens. The main garden can be accessed directly from the kitchen and there is a patio that extends around the rear of the property. The gardens have been beautifully designed and
landscaped to offer a private enjoyable sun trap. There are mature trees and shrubs on the borders of both garden areas. There is a driveway with a five-bar wooden gate and access which extends to the double garage with electric door.
The second enclosed garden is on the other side of the driveway and offers a further peaceful environment. There is also a large garden shed.
Location
Harrold is a picturesque North Bedfordshire village, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with a rich history showcased by a 13th-century church.
The village boasts a range of facilities within walking distance, including a Co-op, post office, butcher's shop, two recently renovated pubs/restaurants, a doctor’s surgery and society and sports clubs catering to residents' everyday needs.
Harrold's strategic location strikes a perfect balance, situated far enough from major roads to escape the hustle of constant traffic noise, yet easily accessible to the County town of Bedford, only 8 miles away. With the outstanding Harpur Trust private schools: Pilgrims School, Bedford School, Bedford Modern & Bedford Girls. Bedford has fast trains connecting to London St Pancras and beyond.
Education is well catered for in Harrold, with a highly regarded primary school as well as primary and pre-school and toddler group within the village. Harrold is also within the catchment of the very sought-after Sharnbrook Academy.
Only a short walk away is the award-winning Country Park, set in 144 acres of countryside and includes picturesque lakes, and an inviting cafe - a fantastic place to walk, cycle or simply experience the wildlife.
