Wood End, Tingrith, Bedfordshire, MK17

Cottage Farm occupies a truly idyllic position within the sought after hamlet of Wood End, Tingrith, offering an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a charming country home set within approximately 4.92 acres of beautifully established grounds. Surrounded by open Bedfordshire countryside, the property enjoys an exceptional degree of privacy and combines comfortable, well proportioned accommodation with extensive paddocks, mature woodland, a natural watercourse and landscaped gardens, creating a lifestyle that is seldom found yet remains within easy reach of nearby villages, mainline rail links and commuter routes.

Approach to the home is via a sweeping shingled driveway providing parking for numerous vehicles, whilst the bungalow itself has been thoughtfully maintained and extends to approximately 1,624 sq ft of bright, versatile accommodation. At its heart is an impressive 22'3" kitchen/diner, fitted with an extensive range of Shaker style floor and wall mounted units, complemented by solid wood work surfaces, a central breakfast bar and useful adjoining utility room. The room comfortably accommodates a family dining table, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining, whilst beyond here a conservatory enjoys uninterrupted views across the gardens and grounds. Separately, the principal reception room commands impressive dimensions, extending to over 22ft in length and incorporating exposed ceiling timbers together with an attractive brick fireplace housing a wood burning stove, creating a wonderfully warm and inviting atmosphere.

The bedroom accommodation is equally flexible, comprising four well proportioned bedrooms, the principal of which benefits from extensive fitted wardrobes, whilst the remaining bedrooms are complemented by a family bathroom, in addition to a further shower room. Throughout the home, character features such as exposed beams, cottage style internal doors and neutral décor blend effortlessly with practical modern living, allowing any purchaser to move straight in whilst still offering scope to personalise over time.

Without doubt, however, the true highlight of Cottage Farm lies beyond the house itself. The formal gardens give way to approximately 4.92 acres of predominantly level paddocks bordered by mature hedgerows and specimen trees, providing enormous versatility for equestrian pursuits, hobby farming or simply enjoying the space and tranquillity afforded by such a special setting. A beautiful area of established woodland, complete with a picturesque natural watercourse meandering beneath the trees, creates a haven for wildlife and offers complete seclusion, whilst the extensive grounds provide endless opportunities for families, outdoor entertaining and country living. Numerous sheds provide useful storage facilities for animal husbandry or horticultural activities, in addition to providing a footprint for a potential annexe (STPP).

Properties combining a comfortable family home with land of this scale, in such a peaceful yet accessible location, are exceptionally rare, making Cottage Farm a genuinely unique offering.

Tingrith is a small hamlet and civil parish positioned on the edge of the Duke of Bedford’s estate and provides numerous walks and nature trails in the close surrounds of the village as well as further afield. It is conveniently placed for commuter access with the M1 adjacent, train station in Harlington, in addition to the larger, more substantial village of Toddington just beyond which provides a wider array of public services and amenities. The exclusive Georgian village of Woburn lies approximately three miles away, whilst the historic market town of Ampthill is less than five miles. The major town of Flitwick has a useful train station into the capital as well as a supermarket and recently revamped leisure centre, whilst a three tier school system incorporates St Georges Lower in Toddington, Parkfields Middle School, before moving onto Harlington Upper School. Private school education is also available in Bedford.