Colesden Road, Colesden

Colesden Lodge Cottage is an impressive residence on a circa. 2.1-acre plot. There are equestrian facilities, outbuildings and the opportunity for a smallholding. Featuring extensive grounds and versatile features, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to experience refined country living and tranquil seclusion while retaining convenient access to contemporary amenities.

Accommodation - Colesden Lodge Cottage was built in the mid-1800s and has been updated over time to suit modern life. Character features in keeping with its origins include exposed beams and bricks and wood and stone floors, while the style is contemporary with trendy touches. The extended accommodation has spaces that flow into each other for that sociable feel, plus separate areas for relaxing, playing and working.

The kitchen is connected to a living/dining space. These areas are the heart of the home; kids can do homework at the table, parents can keep watch while cooking, and everyone can sit together to eat. The recently fitted kitchen has a farmhouse vibe with a modern twist and a lovely open fireplace. Ample cabinetry and a movable island are topped with stainless-steel surfacing, and gaps are available for appliances. The living/dining space is constructed from oak, with bi-fold doors to bring the outdoors in.

The substantial lounge is next to the kitchen, and to the other side of the house are further reception rooms, away from activity in the main living areas, but just a few steps across an inner courtyard. There’s also a utility room and a cloakroom downstairs.

Upstairs are five bedrooms, all doubles. If not needed for sleeping, those secluded on the top floor are ideal for working or working out. The primary bedroom has a dressing room and an en suite shower room, and the brand new four-piece family bathroom has an oversized shower and a rolltop tub.

The outbuilding is currently a music room and storage, but this extra accommodation has flexibility for a multitude of uses, perhaps a gym, an art studio or business premises.

Outside - The plot combines a garden, newly fenced livestock fields and several outbuildings.

The south-facing garden is lawned, with a large pond that attracts an array of wildlife. The frontage is gravelled for low maintenance.

There’s plenty of secure parking on the driveway behind electric gates, as well as in the triple garage.

The extensive equestrian facilities include stables, a tack room and stores, plus paddocks and a manège.

Area - Colesden Lodge Cottage’s setting is particularly private. It’s surrounded by open fields, and the nearest neighbours are a farm behind and a handful of houses 100m from the front door.

Colesden is a rural location, yet within easy reach of major roads and mainline stations. Trains into London take as little as 40 minutes from St Neots or Bedford. Both stations are an easy drive from the address. The M25 is under an hour away via the A1(M) or the M1. Milton Keynes and Cambridge city centres are around 40 minutes away too, with travel time to Cambridge and the M11 expected to significantly decrease upon completion of the new dual carriageway.

As for amenities, Roxton is closest, and Colesden is between Bedford and St Neots. These riverside towns have shops, services and places to eat and drink and host regular events for all ages. For staying active or taking time to unwind, there’s a spa in neighbouring Wyboston and two golf clubs on the doorstep. Keysoe International is only 20 minutes away, as is the planned Universal Studios site.

The closest primary schools are in Roxton and Wilden, secondaries are in Sandy and St Neots, and local independents include the Harpur Trust and Kimbolton School, both around 20 minutes away.

Congestion Alleviation And Access To London - The A1 Black Cat roundabout project, part of the £1bn A428 improvements in Bedfordshire, includes a new flyover and a 16km dual carriageway. Upon project completion, travel times to Cambridge and the M11 will be significantly reduced, while the tranquil privacy of the residence will remain fully preserved.