Cottage for sale in High Street, Swineshead MK44

This Grade II Listed home comes with a rich local history and has served multiple purposes over the years, including as an alehouse, brewery, and smithy.

The property has been used as a home in more recent times, and the current owners have taken great care of retaining its character.

Ground Floor

Upon entering the property, you are greeted with a large entrance hall with limestone floor. This provides access to all reception rooms, utility room and kitchen.

Towards the front of the property, there's a formal living room with a log-burning stove and fitted storage cupboards flanking either side of the chimney breast.

Adjacent to the sitting room is a large dining room with exposed beams and quarry tile flooring. This room has direct access to the home office and playroom. All the reception rooms have character features and offer a view of either the front or rear of the property.

The farmhouse kitchen, located at the rear of the property, includes an electric aga nestled into the former inglenook fireplace and the historic brewer's tap. There is a range of floor and wall mounted shaker-style units with Oak work surfaces. In addition, there's a second hidden staircase in the kitchen providing access to the first floor. The kitchen benefits from a utility room nearby, which includes boot cupboards and appliances. The kitchen has quarry tiled flooring that is perfect for the country lifestyle.

First Floor

The first floor of the house is accessed features four bedrooms. The master bedroom is incredibly spacious and features a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, it also benefits from stunning William Morris wallpaper adding a charming country feel. The master bedroom has an ensuite shower room with modern fixtures and a walk-in wardrobe.

The second bedroom is located at the front of the house and also has a vaulted ceiling and is dual aspect.

Towards the rear of the house, you will find two additional bedrooms, and the family bathroom. There is also a back staircase that leads directly to the kitchen.

Gardens

beautiful, large quince tree stands at the front of the gravel driveway, which frames the plot perfectly. There is a doube garage at the back of the driveway.

The large garden is accessed by a five-bar wooden gate adding an extra layer of security and privacy. The garden is mostly laid to lawn, there is a formal area near the house which has a patio and seating space ideal for entertaining. The garden also benefits from a vegetable garden, a chicken coop and a small orchard, with apple and pear trees.

There is a hedgerow which separates the formal garden from the paddock area located at the back, this area has mature trees and shrubs. There is a spacious workshop with power and is equipped with various work surfaces. It is accessed by either a personnel door or double doors, allowing ample space to store a ride on lawnmower - an essential requirement with a 0.75 acre plot.

EPC Rating: G

Location

The unspoiled village of Swineshead is a civil parish located in North Bedfordshire. One of the notable landmarks in Swineshead is St. Nicholas' Church, which dates back to the 14th century with is large spire visible from the property. Surrounded by open countryside, the village offers a tranquil and scenic environment that is ideal for those seeking a quieter, more pastoral way of life.

The village of Riseley is nearby, providing local shopping facilities whilst Bedford is approximately 12 miles away offering rail links to London St. Pancras International in around 47 minutes. St Neots station, which is around 11 miles from Swineshead, provides fast and direct services to London Kings Cross in just 39 minutes.

The Harpur Trust schools are located in Bedford, while Wellingborough School is approximately 14 miles away and Kimbolton School is only around 4 miles. The village is also in the catchment area for the Sharnbrook Academy