4-bedroom bungalow · LU6 3QZ
For saleListed 34 days
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Property Reference: 10349 A spacious four-bedroom detached bungalow occupying an approximately 0.3-acre plot in a peaceful countryside hamlet, enjoying beautiful rural views, a large established garden and excellent potential for updating and further enhancement, subject to the necessary consents.
Set within the sought-after village of Kensworth, this substantial bungalow offers a rare combination of space, privacy and countryside living, while remaining conveniently positioned for Harpenden, St Albans, Dunstable, Berkhamsted and the M1.
The property provides well-proportioned accommodation including four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a generous lounge and a kitchen overlooking the surrounding countryside.
The principal bedroom benefits from both an en-suite bathroom and dressing room.
The approximately 0.3-acre plot provides a large private garden with established planting, a large ornamental pond, established vegetable beds, greenhouse and two sheds, together with a substantial double garage providing excellent parking and storage.
The property benefits from solar panels, an electric vehicle charging point and a heating system installed approximately three years ago, offering useful modern features and the potential for reduced energy and running costs.
While the house is perfectly usable in its current form, it also presents an exciting opportunity for a new owner to modernise and update the accommodation to their own taste, with scope to explore further improvements or alterations subject to the necessary planning and other consents.
The Location The property is situated in Kensworth, a desirable Bedfordshire village set within an attractive countryside setting.
The village lies within a Conservation Area and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering an appealing rural lifestyle while remaining conveniently accessible to surrounding towns and transport links.
The village centre is less than half a mile away and provides a range of everyday amenities including a village hall, primary school, two shops and a public house.
For a wider choice of shopping, dining and leisure facilities, Harpenden is approximately 7.7 miles away, offering supermarkets, independent shops, boutiques, cafés, wine bars and restaurants.
St Albans, Berkhamsted and Woburn are also within easy reach. Countryside & Leisure The property is ideally placed for enjoying some of the region's finest countryside.
The renowned Dunstable Downs, a National Trust site, are close by and offer spectacular far-reaching views across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
Also within easy reach are Whipsnade Zoo and the Ashridge Estate, with approximately 4,000 acres of woodland and downland providing extensive opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits.
Schools There is an excellent choice of educational establishments in the surrounding area, including Beechwood Park Preparatory School, highly regarded schools in St Albans, and nursery and preparatory education in nearby Markyate.
Harpenden and Berkhamsted also provide a wide choice of both independent and state schools. Communications The property is particularly well positioned for commuters.
M1 Junction 9 is approximately 4.5 miles away, providing convenient access to the national motorway network and the M25.
Rail services to London St Pancras International are available from nearby Harpenden, St Albans and Luton Parkway stations, while Berkhamsted provides services to London Euston.
London Luton Airport and Luton Parkway Stationare approximately 7.5 miles away, providing convenient access to national and international travel.
A Rare Countryside Opportunity Offering generous accommodation, an unusually large plot, beautiful rural surroundings, useful modern energy features and excellent transport connections, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial bungalow in a desirable Bedfordshire countryside setting.
The property will particularly appeal to purchasers seeking space, privacy, gardens and countryside views, while also offering the opportunity to modernise and create a home tailored to their own requirements.
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