Duckmill Crescent, Chethams, Bedford

Set within one of Bedford’s most popular riverside developments, this three-storey home enjoys a spectacular outlook over the river and of Bedford’s famed Embankment. Duckmill Crescent sits within well maintained communal grounds and this property enjoys its own private riverside patio. The flexible footprint of the property could be used in many ways, suiting a wide variety of buyers.

The accommodation is arranged over three floors and includes an entrance hall, a WC with a refitted Japanese toilet, and a large understairs cupboard offering storage space. The kitchen benefits from granite worksurfaces and integrated appliances including a double oven, hob and hood and a large fridge/freezer. Across the width of the property at the rear is a family dining area and double doors out to the patio with river views.

Moving up to the first floor and there is an office, and a further large ‘L’ shaped and dual aspect reception room, complete with a feature fireplace. Double doors open out to a balcony which again overlooks the river.

The top floor benefits from three bedrooms and there is also a refitted family bathroom, with each of the bedrooms benefiting from fitted wardrobes.

Externally the property benefits from a double width garage which has attic storage, and also benefits from a covered workshop and store at the rear. The approach to the property is via a pleasant paved patio with well-established shrub borders, and there is also the convenience of store cupboards. The rear of the property overlooks the river, and benefits from both a balcony from the first floor and a patio outside. The development itself also provides a meadow with bench seating, a perfect place from which to watch the world go by.

In addition to the Embankment, Duckmill Crescent also offers excellent access to Bedford’s town centre facilities, the mainline railway station and the facilities within the nearby Castle Quarter.

Lease Details - The Management Company owns the freehold to the block and each leaseholder is a shareholder.

Lease remaining - approximately 959 years remaining (lease granted 1,000 years from 1983)
The maintenance charge from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 is £1,624.90
There is no ground rent payable.