Brockwell, Oakley, MK43 7TD

This home makes a statement. It's obvious the owner has a flair for design from the first step inside, and the entire house is a showcase of style, space and high specification.

Much investment has been put into the property, with a whole host of recent upgrades, from a new Kl-eber front door, to underfloor heating downstairs and in the bathrooms, to sensor lighting in the most-used areas.

The L-shaped open-plan space is particularly impressive, with a party vibe from speakers in the ceiling, casual seating at the island, and two sets of bi-fold doors across the back for spilling out onto the garden.

Dining and sitting areas at one end allow for homework at the table after school, watching telly together in the evening, or unwinding with a book when the kids have gone to bed.

Whether entertaining friends for a celebratory meal or preparing everyday dinners for the family, the kitchen at the other end has you covered.

There's an Elica induction hob and integrated extractor, a range of De Dietrich cooking appliances, a dishwasher, an alcove for a fridge/freezer, plus plenty of storage.

The sink has a boiling water tap for quick cups of tea, and there's a cupboard perfect for the coffee station. Next to the kitchen is the utility room.

This has a sink with waste disposal, a second dishwasher (you can load one while the other is mid-cycle, keeping worktops clear from dirty mugs and plates), and a colourful spectrum of storage cupboards.

Yet more storage is available in the adjacent boot room. Lastly on the ground floor is the cloakroom.

To the first floor are five double bedrooms, four with built-in wardrobes, the fifth - used as a dressing room - with extensive fitted storage.

The primary bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom with a Heritage suite, featuring a rolltop tub you'll look forward to relaxing in after a long day.

The four-piece family bathroom also has a feature tub, this one a bold pink with gold taps and feet. The Garden The garden here is appealing to those who lead busy lives.

It's fully landscaped with paving and artificial grass, requiring minimal maintenance, and saving you time mowing the lawn at the weekend.

The outside space follows the inside as a prime place for entertaining.

There are various seating areas - some under a pergola for shade when needed - the patio is large enough for a hot tub if you like, and the boundaries have high fencing for privacy.

In the corner of the garden is a detached timber-clad studio. This is a versatile addition ideal as a home office (it even has wifi), a home salon, or simply a summer hangout spot.

To the front of the plot is private parking for two cars on the driveway, with a double garage for another if needed.

The garage is integral, accessed via the hall as well as from the drive; whatever you've got stored in there is within easy reach.

There's substantial storage to full-height cupboards, and there's specialist flooring if you want to use the space as something more, perhaps a home gym.

The Location Brockwell is located in the small Bedfordshire village of Oakley.

Oakley has amenities including a sports and social club, a village hall and a pub - hubs for community life - plus a Post Office, a park and a dog groomers.

As for schooling, there's Lincroft Academy and Oakley Primary Academy in the village, and the independent Harpur Trust is in Bedford.

Neighbouring villages offer activities for all ages and interests, such as a pool, spa and gym in Milton Ernest, the vintage-themed Twinwoods Festival in Clapham, a watersports centre at Box End, and a horticultural haven at Kathy Brown's Garden in Stevington.

Green, open spaces are in abundance in this part of Bedfordshire, from country walks and riverside wanders, to golf courses and bridleways. Fun and fresh air are never far from home here.

Bedford town centre is just 10 minutes from Oakley.

Here you'll find everything you could need, including a wide array of caf-s, pubs and restaurants, a selection of galleries, museums and music venues, as well as sports facilities and family entertainment.

Bedford station on the edge of town provides fast, frequent trains into London St Pancras, making Oakley a great location for commuters.

Travelling both locally and nationally by car is convenient too, with major roads within a short drive. Luton airport is under an hour away for business trips and family holidays alike.