Bedford Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45

Nestled close to the heart of the picturesque Georgian market town of Ampthill this sumptuous two-bedroom Grade II listed ex Duke of Bedford cottage offers the unique opportunity to purchase a slice of history. Having been thoughtfully presented it provides a wealth of period features including drop latch doors, an open fireplace and leaded light windows.

Approach to the property is via a communal gravel driveway which leads behind all the cottages. Off road parking for one vehicle is available in front of a brick-built barn, ideal for storage. A smart white wooden front door opens into a small entrance hall which has doors to either side. To the left is the kitchen/diner which has been fitted with a comprehensive range of light-coloured floor and wall mounted Shaker style units with complementary work surfaces over. Space has been afforded for several free-standing appliances including a cooker, washing machine and fridge/freezer, whilst a stainless-steel extractor unit is included. Ample space has been created for a table and chairs, creating the perfect family/entertaining area, and stairs to one side lead to the first-floor accommodation. Across the opposite side of the hallway is the principal reception room, the living room, which measures 11'11ft by 11'7ft making for flexible furniture placement. A cast iron fireplace creates a focal point to the room, whilst windows to the front and side ensure the space is flooded with an abundance of natural daylight.

Moving upstairs the first-floor landing gives way to all the accommodation on this level, the master bedroom of which nestles to the side and is comfortably of double proportions, whilst the second bedroom is a good sized single and benefits from a useful storage cupboard. They are both serviced by a bathroom which has been fitted with a three-piece suite comprising of a panelled bath with shower unit and glass screen positioned over, low level wc and pedestal wash hand basin. Modern white tiling adorns the splashback areas and a window glances out across the side aspect.

Externally the garden is sizeable and has been laid predominately to lawn with an assortment of established shrubs, bushes and red robin, whilst the boundary is enclosed by picket fencing.

Within immediate proximity is access to Ampthill town centre and its extensive amenities, Waitrose store, parks and high street shops. The area is renowned for its autonomous schooling for all age groups, with 'Russell Lower', ‘Firs Lower’, 'Alameda' and 'Redborne' just a short walk away. There is also a local pick-up point for the Bedford Harpur trust private schools for both boys and girls. Links into London are from Flitwick station with a frequent service into St Pancras which takes as little as 40 minutes, major road links are from J13, M1 which is less than 15 minutes from the property.