4 bed detached house for sale

Horton Road, Slapton, Leighton Buzzard LU7

Summary
A spacious four double bedroom house, which has undergone complete modernisation, with a large frontage and double garage, and approaching 200ft rear garden with panoramic views.

Description
This detached house occupies an enviable position in the Buckinghamshire village of Slapton and enjoys a large plot and superb views across countryside towards the Whipsnade Lion. The property was built in the late 1960's and has recently undergone a comprehensive programme of refurbishment and modernisation inside and out. The windows have been replaced with quality uPVC double glazing and attractive cladding has been fitted to the front giving a contemporary feel. The house stands behind a sizeable front garden measuring approximately 75ft x 40ft, with a gated driveway providing extensive secure parking and leading to a double garage.

Continued
Inside, the house is light and airy with natural light flooding through large windows, which are typical of this era. The spacious hallway features quality wood flooring and stairs to the first floor along with a guest w/c. A glazed Oak door leads through to the kitchen dining room which has been fitted with a range of cabinets providing abundant storage, and incorporates various appliances including two electric ovens and a hob with extractor canopy, fridge freezer and dishwasher. French doors connect seamlessly to the outside space, opening directly onto the patio......perfect for sociable summer occasions. There is an adjoining utility room for the washing machine and tumble drier which provides a convenient route to the side for bins and recycling etc. The dual aspect sitting room runs the length of the house with a full height window giving a lovely view over the rear garden.

Upstairs continues to impress with four double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a sparate shower room, arranged around the landing. Three of the bedrooms are at the rear with stunning views over the garden and countryside beyond, with the famous 'Whipsnade Lion' clearly in view. The final bedroom, at the front connects to a dressing room which has potential to be partly converted to add an en-suite, or could be used as a study or fifth bedroom

Outside
It's the rear garden that really steals the show here though. Extending some 185ft or so and backing onto fields with countryside views, the garden has been beautifully maintained with well stocked shrub beds and large level lawn and a superb patio for entertaining. An archway in the hedging takes you through to an orchard area of the garden with various fruit trees. At the bottom of the garden, the final 45 feet or so is given to a productive vegetable garden with a green house, shed and raised beds.

Location
Horton Road is located in the charming Buckinghamshire village of Slapton, set within the glorious countryside. This peaceful rural location offers a strong sense of community and picturesque surroundings, while still providing convenient access to nearby towns such as Leighton Buzzard, Tring, Aylesbury, and Milton Keynes. The village features a recreation ground with playground, scenic walking routes, and easy access to the Grand Union Canal, making it ideal for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. Shopping is provided for in the historic market town of Leighton Buzzard, with a good range of independent shops and the regular farmers market. There is also a M&S food hall and Waitrose, and a train station serving London Euston. The nearest station is at Cheddington, 2 miles away.
The village conveniently provides a bus service to the highly rated primary school in Cheddington. For secondary schools, Slapton falls within the Aylesbury Grammar School catchment area. There are also several Private schools in the surrounding area and the village is on the bus route for Berkhamsted Collegiate School.

Agents Note
Please note that an aml fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

1. Money laundering regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants. Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.