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The Mansion House, Bromham

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

17

BATHROOMS

9

SIZE

14,237 sq ft

1,323 sq m

TENURE
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Key features

  • A Home That Stands Apart – This grand 1897 Victorian estate offers history, presence, and over 14,000 sq. ft. of space—a rare opportunity to create something truly special
  • Space for Every Possibility – With 17 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and 8 reception rooms, this home suits any lifestyle—ideal for multi-generational living, grand entertaining, or a private retreat
  • More than a home—it's a legacy. Designed by G.P. Allen, with intricate woodwork, a double-height hall, and period fireplaces, this remarkable home is ready for its next chapter.
  • A Setting Like No Other – Tucked behind secure gates, the 8.6 acres of private parkland provide space, privacy, and a sense of escape while remaining well connected to Bedford and beyond
  • Entertaining on a Grand Scale – From formal occasions to relaxed gatherings or quiet moments, the many reception rooms make this a home made for sharing.
  • Not Just a Kitchen, a Place to Gather – A striking, character-filled space that blends modern convenience with warmth, bringing people together at the heart of the home.
  • A Rare Opportunity for Leisure – Two tennis courts sit within the grounds, with planning approved to transform one into an outbuilding with a pool, sauna, games room, and changing facilities.
  • History Meets Potential – Once a country estate, then a hospital, now a private home, this mansion’s story continues to evolve. Its next chapter is ready to be written.
  • A Location That Offers More – Enjoy a peaceful setting with Bedford’s market town charm, rail links to London, and top schools all close by.
  • A Home to Explore, Not Just View – Some homes you visit. This one, you take your time to experience

Description

Parklands Mansion

A Private Estate with History, Space, and a Legacy to Continue

Some homes offer space. Others offer history. Few offer both in the way that Parklands Mansion does.

Designed by architect G.P. Allen in 1897, this late Victorian country house was built with presence and purpose. Originally conceived as a grand estate with pleasure grounds and a landscaped park, its story has evolved over time. From 1931, it became a hospital, expanding with additional accommodation in the grounds before returning to a private residence in the late 1990s. Today, despite its history of adaptation, much of the structural planting remains, preserving the grandeur of its origins while offering privacy within 8.6 acres of parkland.

For those seeking more than just a home, this is an estate that offers possibility - whether as a private residence, a retreat, or a venue for extraordinary entertaining.

A Grand Home with Space to Shape


With over 14,000 sq. ft. of internal space, Parklands Mansion is a home that commands attention. Seventeen bedrooms, eight reception rooms, and nine bathrooms mean it can be whatever its next owner envisions - a multi-generational home, an exclusive retreat, or a statement residence.

The double-height reception hall makes an immediate impact, setting the tone for the rest of the house. Formal entertaining rooms, rich in character, sit alongside quieter spaces designed for more intimate gatherings. The kitchen is a bold contrast, modern and functional, designed as the heart of the home, whether for day-to-day living or large-scale hosting.

Throughout the house, original period features remain - intricate woodwork, statement fireplaces, and vast windows framing views across the estate.

Historic Setting, Private Grounds


The gated entrance leads into a sweeping in-and-out driveway, offering the level of privacy expected of a home of this scale. The estate has retained much of its original parkland setting, despite development in the wider area, making it one of the few remaining country estates of its kind.

Within the grounds are two tennis courts, with planning permission already granted to repurpose one into an outbuilding featuring a pool, sauna, games room, and changing facilities. The other remains for play and leisure, offering the perfect balance of history and modern lifestyle potential.

For those who want a true country retreat, this is a home that provides space, privacy, and flexibility in equal measure.

A Home That Stands Apart


This is not a home that blends in. It was built to be admired, designed for entertaining, and set within 8.6 acres of its own private land. It is a home for those who see the value in history while embracing the opportunity to shape the future.

For those who recognise the significance of a property like this, it isn’t about the number of bedrooms or the square footage—it’s about the opportunity.

A rare chance to own a piece of history, to shape its future, and to create something truly unique.

Some homes you visit.

This one, you experience.

About the Area


Parklands Mansion enjoys a secluded yet convenient location, offering the best of both worlds—tranquillity within a private estate, yet close to key transport links and amenities.

  • The nearby market town of Bedford offers independent shops, restaurants, and highly regarded schools.

  • Rail services from Bedford station provide direct links to London St Pancras in under 40 minutes, making it a viable option for those needing access to the capital.

  • Road links via the A421, A6, and M1 offer straightforward connections to Milton Keynes, Cambridge, and beyond.

  • The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for equestrian pursuits, walking trails, and golfing, all within easy reach.

This is a home that feels a world away but keeps life connected.

Call now to arrange a viewing.


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