Manor Gardens, Westoning, Bedfordshire, MK45

Approach to this quite superb three-bedroom family home is beyond the village Church and nestled within the grounds of Westoning Manor with its immaculately tended greenery. The accommodation is flexible, well-proportioned, and finished to an exceptionally high standard, all set over two floors.

To the front parking has been provided for two vehicles which is set in front of, and surrounded by, an attractive rectangular pond. Entry to the property itself is into an entrance hall which has stairs directly ahead leading to the first-floor accommodation. A useful cloakroom has been fitted with a two-piece suite comprising of a low level wc and wash hand basin, with tiling added to the splashback areas. To the left-hand side is a contemporary kitchen/diner which has been fitted with a comprehensive range of floor and wall mounted units with lighter wooden work surfaces over. Several integrated appliances have been cleverly woven into the design including a five-ring hob, stainless steel extractor hood, eye level double oven and dishwasher. Space for other free-standing goods has been allowed such as an upright fridge/freezer, whilst the look is finished with breakfast bar seating, sleek, white splashbacks and recessed ceiling spotlights. To the far end is a more formal dining area which comfortably allows for a dining table and chairs creating the perfect family/sociable area with a window to the side and French doors overlooking the beautiful garden. Completing this level, and positioned to the opposite side of the hallway, is the principal reception room, the living room, which offers a dual aspect orientation and commands impressive dimensions, in this case 20’9t by 13’4ft with an attractive brick fireplace incorporating a darker raised hearth. Given the size of this room furniture placement is particularly flexible and it 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 runs front to back and has real character from the attractive part curved ceiling shape. Papered, statement walls add a sense of personality, and twin windows provide spectacular views to the side. It also has the advantage of its own en-suite which comprises of a double shower enclosure, low level wc and wash hand basin set into a vanity unit. Modern, marbled tiling has been installed and light is provided by a Velux window. Of the remaining two bedrooms one occupies the rear, whilst the other is located to the front and is currently utilised as a dressing room/study. Both are well proportioned, extending to 10’5ft by 8’3ft and 11’5ft by 7’2ft. They are serviced by a family bathroom which has a three-piece suite incorporating a panelled bath with shower unit over, low level wc and wash hand basin. The look is contemporised further by fresh white tiling and is bathed in light from a further Velux window.

Externally a stunning, private garden has been immaculately designed and tended to provide real interest. A generous lawn is surrounded by a combination of shaped borders stocked full of an array mature plants, shrubs and bushes, in addition to low, meticulously trimmed box hedging and seating areas. A principal patio nestles against the rear of the home, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, whilst secondary seating is offered at the rear of the garden, allowing for all round sun traps. A good-sized shed offers useful storage, and the boundary is enclosed by timber fencing.

Westoning itself benefits from wide ranging amenities including a convenience store with useful Post Office within, two thriving pubs, a butcher, tennis club and Church. Children of school age will attend the village Lower School before progressing through the Arnold Academy in nearby Barton-le-Clay and then Harlington Upper School. Commuter wise Junction 12 of the M1 is approximately two and half miles away, and rail travel is covered from Flitwick and Harlington. Both have stations with a Thameslink service to London St Pancras International in 45 minutes and beyond this onto the City, Gatwick Airport and Brighton.