4 bedroom detached house

The Property:

Plot 1 NOW RESERVED! A spacious four bedroom detached home, boasting 3 reception rooms, separate utility, garage, driveway providing 3 parking spaces and a delightful west-facing rear garden.

SHOW HOME TO VIEW! This exclusive, private development comprises just ten luxury detached homes, located in this sought after village, close to Shefford and within easy reach of Hitchin.

Description:

The Mow is a small private cul de sac of just nine detached homes, with generous plots, thus giving a peaceful environment, open space and privacy, with an area of landscaping to encourage natural habitat of wildlife running the length of the road, and the village nature reserve beyond.

This well proportioned spacious property is tucked at the end of the cul de sac, with no passing neighbours and a private corner west-facing garden, siding onto native hedgerow for privacy. At a generous 1,500 sq ft, it boasts three reception rooms and a useful utility room, with four double bedrooms and ensuite to the principal bedroom.

There is a stunning fitted shaker style kitchen in soft grey with silestone work surfaces, branded integrated appliances; the dining area has bi-folding doors opening onto the rear garden terrace. The formal dual aspect lounge benefits from french doors onto the garden and there is a spacious additional reception room which could be used as a family room/snug or study to work from home.

On the first floor, four double bedrooms (with ensuite to the principal room) and family bathroom completes this stunning home.

All homes at The Mow come with a 10 year new homes warranty for low maintenance and peace of mind.

The impressive exteriors are matched by the versatile, elegant interiors, perfectly suited for modern family living with a high specification finish throughout. The homes benefit from single or double garages, whilst the west or south facing rear gardens provide ample space for relaxing and entertaining. Well-appointed and energy efficient, these are stunning houses that any family will be proud to call home.

Location:

This exclusive development is located in the peaceful and sought-after Hilltop village of Meppershall, close to open countryside, but within easy reach of the local town of Shefford and the historic market town of Hitchin.

For local amenities, the village benefits from a post office and village store, a small bakers and café, together with St Mary's Church and a reputable school - Meppershall Church of England Academy. There is a friendly village community with regular social and sporting activities & clubs, in the newly built village hall. The surrounding countryside has many footpaths and bridleways and is close to the Chiltern Hills area of natural beauty.

For families, there are good local schools in the Central Bedfordshire 3-tier system, including the small primary school, Henlow Middle School and the reputable Samuel Whitbread Academy in nearby Shefford (OFSTED outstanding).

Meppershall is perfectly situated for access to the A1 and A6, both of which can be reached in under 15 minutes while the M1 (Jct 12) is less than 25 minutes away. Bedford (12 miles), Stevenage (12 miles) and Milton Keynes (20 miles) offer comprehensive amenities, good shopping and leisure facilities. For the perfect family day out, Shuttleworth Estate, including the house and gardens, is close by and hosts regular events throughout the year, and Wrest Park Country Estate has a beautiful country house and gardens.

For commuters, the nearest train station is Arlesey (5 miles) which offers services to London Kings Cross and St Pancras in 40 minutes and to London Euston in just under an hour. Hitchin has a fast, frequent rail service in 25 minutes. For international travel, Luton Airport is under 15 miles away.

Hitchin (7 miles) is a desirable market town, full of character and charm. It provides extensive shopping and recreational facilities. The town boasts picturesque medieval and Georgian buildings, a church and river through the centre, and over recent years has developed its own exciting and vibrant modern cafe culture. It offers an excellent choice of specialist shops and boutiques, a weekly outdoor market and a fantastic range of both chain and independent restaurants, wine bars and cafes.