Holywell Road, Studham, Central Bedfordshire, LU6
- Land size
- 1 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
Key Features
- CHARMING THATCHED COTTAGE
- LUXURIOUS PRINCIPAL SUITE
- NEWLY REFITTED KITCHEN
- SOUGHT-AFTER VILLAGE LOCATION
- NO GRADE LISTING
- GROUNDS APPROACHING ONE ACRE
- ANNEX POTENTIAL
- ELECTRIC GATED PRIVATE ENTRANCE
Description
A Charming Thatched Cottage Set Within Grounds Approaching One Acre
A truly exceptional detached cottage that offers far more than first meets the eye, combining charming period features, beautifully presented accommodation and stunning private gardens.
Dating back to 1934, this impressive and thoughtfully extended home occupies an enviable position, sitting centrally within its generous plot approaching one acre, set behind its electric gated entrance. Lovingly maintained and improved by the current owners, including a recently replaced thatched roof, the property effortlessly blends traditional character with spacious, versatile modern living.
The beautifully presented accommodation is both substantial and flexible, featuring a dual-aspect lounge, an oversized dining room, study, playroom, refitted kitchen/diner opening directly onto the rear garden, a dual-aspect breakfast room, utility room and two ground-floor cloakrooms.
Upstairs, four generous double bedrooms are complemented by two en-suite bathrooms, with the added benefit of generous ceiling heights, something rarely associated with a character cottage of this style. The current owners of the property have thoughtfully incorporated the previously fifth bedroom into a substantial dressing room which in addition to the tasteful four-piece en-suite, completes the luxurious master suite.
For those seeking multigenerational living, the property's flexible layout also offers exciting potential to create a fully independent annexe, subject to any necessary consents.
Outside is equally impressive. The beautifully maintained, private gardens provide a wonderful setting for relaxing, entertaining and enjoying outdoor living, complete with an outdoor kitchen and dedicated allotment area. A double garage, additional carport and ample grounds further enhance the appeal.
Character features are found throughout, including exposed beams, exposed brickwork and traditional latch doors, while the property also benefits from not being listed.
Occupying a delightful position on the edge of the village, this substantial and character-filled family home offers a rare combination of space, privacy and versatility. Studham is one of Bedfordshire’s most sought-after villages, nestled on the edge of the Chiltern Hills National Landscape and renowned for its charming character, active community and beautiful surrounding countryside. Local amenities include a well-regarded primary school, village hall, church, the popular tennis and pickleball club, cricket club, and two local pubs. Miles of scenic footpaths and bridleways are close at hand, while Whipsnade Zoo, the London Gliding Club and several golf clubs are just a short drive away. Excellent road links, the M1 and nearby mainline railway stations provide convenient access to surrounding towns and London, making Studham an ideal setting for families and commuters alike.
A home that really must be viewed to appreciate the space, setting and lifestyle on offer.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-10-30
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,074 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Studham Village CofE Academy1.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 2 to 9
- Pupils
- 87
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Kensworth Church of England Academy1.4 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 90
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Dagnall VA Church of England School1.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 53
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Lark Rise Academy2.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 351
- Type
- Academy converter
- Ardley Hill Academy2.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 422
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Queensbury Academy2.3 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,093
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Manshead Church of England Academy2.4 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,134
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Priory Academy2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 16
- Pupils
- 830
- Type
- Academy converter
- All Saints Academy Dunstable3.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 520
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- The Chalk Hills Academy3.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,644
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* 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.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 1.
Surface water
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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