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Sold STCReduced £25k (−4%) on 9 SepListed 118 days
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The Astwick – An Exceptional Four-Bedroom Detached Family Home Built by the highly regarded Hayfield Homes, this beautifully appointed four-bedroom detached residence offers an outstanding combination of luxury specification, spacious family accommodation and an enviable village location.
Finished to an exceptional standard throughout, this stylish home is ready to move straight into and enjoys attractive countryside views to the front, whilst being just a short stroll from the heart of Clifton village Extending to approximately 1,347 sq ft (125.2 sq m) of beautifully designed living space, plus a detached garage, the property has been thoughtfully planned for modern family living.
The welcoming entrance hall leads to a generous dual-aspect living room, whilst the heart of the home is undoubtedly the stunning 21ft open-plan kitchen/dining room.
Featuring a bespoke fitted kitchen with quality integrated appliances, a large peninsula island and bi-folding doors opening onto the rear garden, this impressive space is perfect for both entertaining and everyday family life.
A separate utility room provides additional practicality, whilst the bespoke fitted study offers the ideal home office, making the property perfectly suited to modern hybrid working.
The first floor offers four generous double bedrooms, including an impressive principal suite with a stylish en-suite shower room.
A contemporary family bathroom fitted with premium Roca and Laufen sanitaryware serves the remaining bedrooms.
Throughout the home, quality is evident in every detail, including underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, elegant Heritage bronze ironmongery, ultra-fast full fibre broadband and an exceptional level of finish rarely found in homes of this size.
Outside, the enclosed rear garden provides an excellent space for family enjoyment and outdoor entertaining, whilst the detached garage and private driveway offer ample parking.
Clifton Village Clifton is one of Bedfordshire’s most desirable villages, combining traditional village charm with excellent everyday convenience.
Residents enjoy a thriving community with a range of local amenities including a village shop, traditional butcher, post office, community centre, cafés, public houses, sports facilities and numerous countryside walks right on the doorstep.
The village is particularly popular with families thanks to its welcoming atmosphere and excellent educational provision.
Schools The property falls within the catchment area for the highly regarded Clifton All Saints Academy and benefits from access to a number of well-respected secondary schools in the surrounding area, including Samuel Whitbread Academy in Shefford.
Independent schooling is also available nearby, including Bedford School, Bedford Girls’ School and Kimbolton School.
Transport Links Ideal for commuters, Arlesey Railway Station is only a short drive away, providing fast and frequent Thameslink services to London St Pancras International in approximately 40 minutes, with direct connections continuing to Farringdon, Blackfriars, London Bridge and Gatwick Airport.
The nearby A1(M), A507 and M1 motorway provide excellent road links to Bedford, Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Luton and the wider motorway network.
Local Area The nearby market towns of Shefford, Biggleswade, Hitchin and Bedford offer an excellent selection of supermarkets, boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure centres and healthcare facilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding Bedfordshire countryside, with an abundance of walking and cycling routes, nature reserves and country parks all within easy reach.
Offering an exceptional specification, generous family accommodation and an outstanding village setting, this superb detached home combines modern luxury with excellent commuter links and highly regarded schooling, making it an ideal long-term family residence.
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