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Hookhams Lane, Bedford

Land size
1 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • A beautiful Kitchen/family room
  • High standard throughout
  • Popular location in the Parish of Renhold
  • Private electric gated entrance
  • Three En-suites
  • Unique and rare opportunity
  • Approx. 1 acre of land
  • Five Bedrooms & Three Bathrooms
  • Double detached garage and a single detached garage
  • Close to all local amenities

Description

We are delighted to offer for sale this charming and inviting five-bedroom detached family home situated in the desirable location of Renhold in Bedford. Re-designed and converted by the current owners in the 1990s to a bespoke architect's design, this unique property offers approximately 2,637 sq. ft. of accommodation over two floors.

The main living space is located on the ground floor and features a stunning open-plan kitchen/living area, perfect for modern family life. Adjacent to the kitchen is a separate utility room, providing additional convenience and storage. The ground floor also includes a well-presented and spacious lounge, two cloakrooms, a family bathroom (four-piece suite), and three bedrooms. The master bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom for added privacy and comfort.

On the first floor, the property offers a large additional reception room/living area, ideal for entertaining or relaxation. There are also two further bedrooms on this floor, both with en-suite shower rooms, ensuring ample space and convenience for family members or guests.

Externally, the property sits on a generous plot of around an acre. Entry is via a gated private gravel driveway that leads to both a detached double and single garage, providing ample parking and storage space. The expansive grounds are adorned with mature trees, shrubs, and well-maintained borders, creating a serene and picturesque setting.

The large, laid-to-lawn areas offer plenty of space for outdoor activities and relaxation. Additionally, the property boasts a composite decking area, perfect for outside dining or entertaining. A charming summer house provides a tranquil retreat, while a covered jacuzzi area offers a luxurious space to unwind and enjoy the surroundings.

This stunning property not only offers a beautiful and spacious home but also provides exceptional outdoor living, making it an ideal choice for those seeking comfort and style in a desirable location.

The property comprises of:

Entrance Hall
Cloakroom
Inner Hallway
Lounge - 20' 8" x 15' 1"
Kitchen / Living / Dining Area - 26' 1" x 21' 2"
Separate Utility Room - 9' 8" x 7' 10"
Cloakroom
Bedroom 1 - 15' 8" x 13' 1"
En-suite
Bedroom 2 - 14' 9" x 10' 5"
Bedroom 3 - 12' 10" x 11' 8"
Family Bathroom -

First Floor

Additional Living Area / Reception Room - 35' 6" x 19' 1"
Bedroom 4 - 13' 2" x 10' 5"
En-suite
Bedroom 5 - 12' 3" x 11' 2"
Ensuite

Externally

Mature Grounds / Approx. 1 Acre
Private Gated Driveway
Double Garage - 23' 5" x 19' 7"
Single Garage - 17' 4" x 15' 6"
Summer House / Shed / Jacuzzi Area - 16' 1" x 11' 3"
Store - 11' 2" x 7' 11"

Approximate Area: 2651 sq ft / 246.2 sq m
Limited Use Area(s): 133 sq ft / 12.3 sq m
Garages: 730 sq ft / 67.8 sq m
Outbuilding: 285 sq ft / 26.4 sq m
Total: 3799 sq ft / 352.9 sq m

-Location-
Renhold offers its own highly popular Primary School and Public House and is very well placed for access to both Bedford and to Bedford's southern bypass (A421) linking the A1 to the M1.

Bedford offers a wide range of shops and services together with excellent schooling, both private and state, and the property is just four and a half miles from Bedford's mainline station with regular services to the capital and other popular destinations.

Disclaimer
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs and are provided for guidance only. Please note the garden facing has been advised by the seller. Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements ect before committing to any expense. Floorplans are for illustration purposes only. Goodacres Residential has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the potential buyers must obtain verification from their solicitors. Potential buyers are advised to check and confirm the EPC and council tax bands before committing to any expense.

Tenure: Freehold

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
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Date Posted
2026-08-10

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,131 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£1,100,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £342,445 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
64 D
77 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Property Features

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Parking
Garage, Driveway, EV Charger
Garden
Front Garden, Private Garden, Enclosed Garden, Rear Garden

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 9% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Putnoe Primary School694 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    494
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Renhold VC Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    191
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • The Hills Academy1 mileOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    442
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Hazeldene School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    443
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Goldington Green Academy1.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    576
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Mark Rutherford School509 metresOfsted report card · Nov 2025
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,150
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Goldington Academy1.3 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    958
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Castle Newnham School1.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    744
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Thomas More Catholic School1.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    893
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Bedford Free School2.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    536
    Type
    Free schools

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Amenities

Supermarket

Aldi Goldington Bedford, Bedford665 metres
Co-op Goldington, Bedford769 metres
Iceland Bedford Goldington Square, Bedford790 metres

GP surgery

Putnoe Medical Centre Partnership0.9 miles

Pharmacy

Fairleys Pharmacy756 metres

Hospital

Bedford Hospital2.9 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden207 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Bedford St Johns Rail Station2.7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Home Close268 metres

Typical drive times

Sandy19 min · 11 miles
Wixams15 min · 9.7 miles
Bedford10 min · 3.3 miles
Kempston14 min · 5.2 miles
Milton Keynes (city)30 min · 24 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings, including exact zones and annual chances, any recorded past flooding, plus planning, heritage, nature and ground checks, is in the .

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are supplied by the advertising agent or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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