'Holly Trees' is an extended and modernised double fronted cottage constructed circa 1857, with parking for numerous vehicles, enclosed rear garden and a versatile living arrangement throughout, located in the accessible Mid-Bedfordshire village of Lower Shelton. Approach up to the home is on to a sizeable gravelled driveway allowing parking for up to eight vehicles. A footpath to the main entrance is flagged by lawns and mature plant and shrub borders, the footpath bears round to the side where there is gated side access to the rear. A traditional oak door under a pitch roof porch extension leads in to the entrance hall which is laid with an attractive Victorian tile and stain-glass windows to the side aspects.

Throughout the home are contrasting oak-veneered doors with original brass fittings and, replacement timber sash windows. Off the entrance hall an internal door leads in to the dining room, there is a feature cast iron fireplace with slate hearth and surround. Also off the entrance hall are stairs leading to the first floor accommodation and a further door in to the sitting room. This area of the home has a quarry tiled flooring, an open fireplace with inset grate, exposed brick surround and a timber mantle. To the rear of the home is the extended and impressive open-plan kitchen breakfast room come family area. There are some fitted shaker style units with butler sink which are in-keeping with the style of the property and, a partly vaulted ceiling with 'Velux' window. Off this area is a useful utility room which has space for a washing machine and additional white goods, as well as a separate cloakroom which is fitted with low level w/c, wash hand basin and stainless steel heated ladder towel rail.

A T-shaped landing on the first floor provides access to all rooms on this level, there is also a built in double storage cupboard. Bedrooms two and three sit to the front of the home and are of double proportions, both have cast iron fireplaces and stripped floor-boards. The master bedroom forms part of the two-storey extension to the rear, there are french doors on to a 'Juliet' balcony with views over the gardens and agricultural land to the rear. There a twin 'Velux windows and a glazed oak door leads in to the en-suite bathroom which has a free-standing slipper bath, heated towel rail, low level w/c and wash hand basin. The stylish family bathroom is fitted with white sanitary ware and a panelled bath with shower over. The walls are partly covered by a natural coloured tile, there are recess ceiling spotlights and window to the rear aspect. The outside space is predominately laid to lawn and provides an element of privacy by way of panel fenced boundaries and mature trees/shrubs, in total the garden extends to approximately 60 ft in length. In additional there is a raised decking and seating area which runs the width of the home.

To note: To the front of the property is a detached brick built outbuilding with planning in situ for a pitched roof double car-port/garage and, adjoining home office/study. To obtain copies of the full planning documents then please contact our Ampthill office.

The small village of Lower Shelton is located off the A421 southern bypass corridor between the major town of Bedford and City of Milton Keynes. The area is renowned for its schooling at all levels. Lower Shelton is only 7 miles from Bedford Town centre and the Harpur Trust schools. There are accessible transport links to J13, M1 which is only a 5 minute drive from the property. Trains from the Bedford platform are direct in to London St Pancras and take just 39 minutes. The village amenities include a local butchers and a pub, more substantial amenities can be found in the neighbouring villages of Cranfield and Marston Moretaine.

An early Victorian cottage which has been extended and modernised combining a fine balance of modern and period features throughout, open plan kitchen/family room, enclosed rear garden and, planning approved for a detached double garage with adjoining home office.