Detached house for sale in Merton Road, Bedford MK40

A substantial double fronted detached period home with off road parking situated a short walk from Bedford's town centre, famed Embankment and train station. The 3500sq/ft of accommodation is arranged over three floors and has been sympathetically refurbished, blending the original period features with modern day amenities. The accommodation briefly comprises; entrance hall, four reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and a games room.

Many of the late Victorian features are retained or have been reinstated to include fireplaces in all of the principal rooms and there is an imposing reception hall with an ornate, mosaic tiled floor. Outside, the landscaped rear garden features two patio areas and provides gated secure hardstanding for two vehicles. The kitchen has been refitted with contemporary units with marble tops over and quality integrated appliances. The original sash windows have been carefully restored whilst, downstairs, these have been sympathetically replaced with double glazed wooden sashes. In recent years, the second floor has been enlarged - by conversion of the main roof space - to provide a large games room or possible master suite.

Situated close to Bedford town centre and a good selection of good Public Houses, restaurants, and coffee shops. The property is convenient for Bedford’s mainline station with regular trains into London in under an hour. The property is also within easy walking distance of a wide choice of private schools including the four Harpur Trust schools.

Milton Keynes – 20 miles
Northampton –22 miles
Cambridge – 30 miles
M1 (Junction 13) – 12 miles
A1 – 8 miles
London – 58 miles

EPC Rating: Current 60 (D),
Potential 73 (C)
Council Tax: G