House For Sale £725,000
This modern detached family home is located on the edge of the village in a peaceful cul-de-sac with a plot of land of approx. Two acres.
On entering there is a spacious entrance hall to the reception rooms and kitchen. From the entrance hall double doors lead into the good size living room with an open fireplace and double doors to the south facing rear garden. The dining room has a large box bay window with views to the front and the kitchen benefits from a separate utility room. On the first floor both the principal and second bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms while the remaining two bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
There is a large gravel drive with ample parking and a double garage with an internal door to the entrance hall. The generous enclosed rear garden is south facing and mainly laid to lawn with a patio area.
The land of approx. Two acres with a duck pond has a separate gated access and is located opposite the house and would be ideal for horses and/or livestock. There is a good size barn with services connected and an adjoining store room which has the potential for conversion to a small holiday home subject to the necessary consents. London is an easy commute from nearby Sandy or St Neots train station while major road links are a close by.
Seller Insight
“The location was a big attraction for us initially. We enjoy the village lifestyle and we have lovely views over open fields, yet we’re also close to the A1 and Sandy railway station for commuting purposes. The size and layout of the property was important too and the fact that it was a newbuild house by a local builder was also an attractive proposition, ” say the owners.
“We’ve lived here for 21 years and have made a number of improvements during that time, including the installation of solar panels on south facing roof, as well as changing all of the windows and external doors to high specification UPVC which has improved the heat retention. We also replaced the garage door to an electric version with insulation which has been very useful.”
“It’s easy to keep active here as we have some lovely countryside walks and bike rides accessible right from our door and there are plenty of wildlife watching opportunities on those outings. One of the villagers runs a good Italian cafe/restaurant in Sandy and our favourite Indian restaurant is there too. The village hall hosts classes and local events, including the annual village show and opening of the interesting Tempsford museum, which gives an opportunity to meet other villagers over tea and cake whilst you learn about the local area.”
“Our back garden is enclosed and sheltered with a sunny patio but also provides a shady refuge on the hottest days. We enjoy watching a variety of wild birds from the lounge through the patio doors and the kitchen window. The fruit trees in our 2-acre field provide apples, pears, and plums, as well as the pleasure of watching birds, butterflies, and dragon flies as we plant, weed and harvest. The pond and surrounding willows are a shady refuge on a hot summer’s day and our hens and ducks appreciate it too. The large barn has power and water and provides useful storage, as well as shelter for the sheep.”
“The spacious lounge gives access onto the patio and opening the doors in summer makes it feel as if the garden is an extension of the lounge which is great for entertaining. We can accommodate up to 12 people for formal dinner around a table in the dining room. The fourth bedroom has been in use as an office enabling us to work from home for the last 10 years.”
Village information
Tempsford is a quiet and quintessentially English village on the borders of Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. A major feature of the village is the Church of St Peter which dates back to the 14th century. The now abandoned Tempsford Airbase was used during WW2 to fly undercover agents into occupied Europe and the large village hall is home to the village museum/archives. The village hall hosts a wide range of activities for all ages as well as private functions. Within the village there is a farm shop offering fresh produce. The nearby market towns of Sandy and St Neots offer a wider selection of high street, independent and branded stores, cafes and eateries, sports and leisure facilities.
Transport
From the village there is quick and easy access to the A1 with links into the wider national road network. The market towns of St Neots and Sandy are approx. 4.5/5 miles away with both towns having a train station. From St Neots train station there are fast links into London King's Cross/St Pancras in about 45 minutes. Cambridge is approx. 40 minutes’ drive away.
Schools
There are several Ofsted rated “Good” primary schools within 3 miles of Tempsford and it is in the catchment area for Sandy Upper School which is also Ofsted rated “Good”.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 2000 approx.
Council Tax Band: D
EPC: C<br /><br /> <b>Important Note to Purchasers:</b><br> We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.<br><br>FCY210143
On entering there is a spacious entrance hall to the reception rooms and kitchen. From the entrance hall double doors lead into the good size living room with an open fireplace and double doors to the south facing rear garden. The dining room has a large box bay window with views to the front and the kitchen benefits from a separate utility room. On the first floor both the principal and second bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms while the remaining two bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
There is a large gravel drive with ample parking and a double garage with an internal door to the entrance hall. The generous enclosed rear garden is south facing and mainly laid to lawn with a patio area.
The land of approx. Two acres with a duck pond has a separate gated access and is located opposite the house and would be ideal for horses and/or livestock. There is a good size barn with services connected and an adjoining store room which has the potential for conversion to a small holiday home subject to the necessary consents. London is an easy commute from nearby Sandy or St Neots train station while major road links are a close by.
Seller Insight
“The location was a big attraction for us initially. We enjoy the village lifestyle and we have lovely views over open fields, yet we’re also close to the A1 and Sandy railway station for commuting purposes. The size and layout of the property was important too and the fact that it was a newbuild house by a local builder was also an attractive proposition, ” say the owners.
“We’ve lived here for 21 years and have made a number of improvements during that time, including the installation of solar panels on south facing roof, as well as changing all of the windows and external doors to high specification UPVC which has improved the heat retention. We also replaced the garage door to an electric version with insulation which has been very useful.”
“It’s easy to keep active here as we have some lovely countryside walks and bike rides accessible right from our door and there are plenty of wildlife watching opportunities on those outings. One of the villagers runs a good Italian cafe/restaurant in Sandy and our favourite Indian restaurant is there too. The village hall hosts classes and local events, including the annual village show and opening of the interesting Tempsford museum, which gives an opportunity to meet other villagers over tea and cake whilst you learn about the local area.”
“Our back garden is enclosed and sheltered with a sunny patio but also provides a shady refuge on the hottest days. We enjoy watching a variety of wild birds from the lounge through the patio doors and the kitchen window. The fruit trees in our 2-acre field provide apples, pears, and plums, as well as the pleasure of watching birds, butterflies, and dragon flies as we plant, weed and harvest. The pond and surrounding willows are a shady refuge on a hot summer’s day and our hens and ducks appreciate it too. The large barn has power and water and provides useful storage, as well as shelter for the sheep.”
“The spacious lounge gives access onto the patio and opening the doors in summer makes it feel as if the garden is an extension of the lounge which is great for entertaining. We can accommodate up to 12 people for formal dinner around a table in the dining room. The fourth bedroom has been in use as an office enabling us to work from home for the last 10 years.”
Village information
Tempsford is a quiet and quintessentially English village on the borders of Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. A major feature of the village is the Church of St Peter which dates back to the 14th century. The now abandoned Tempsford Airbase was used during WW2 to fly undercover agents into occupied Europe and the large village hall is home to the village museum/archives. The village hall hosts a wide range of activities for all ages as well as private functions. Within the village there is a farm shop offering fresh produce. The nearby market towns of Sandy and St Neots offer a wider selection of high street, independent and branded stores, cafes and eateries, sports and leisure facilities.
Transport
From the village there is quick and easy access to the A1 with links into the wider national road network. The market towns of St Neots and Sandy are approx. 4.5/5 miles away with both towns having a train station. From St Neots train station there are fast links into London King's Cross/St Pancras in about 45 minutes. Cambridge is approx. 40 minutes’ drive away.
Schools
There are several Ofsted rated “Good” primary schools within 3 miles of Tempsford and it is in the catchment area for Sandy Upper School which is also Ofsted rated “Good”.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 2000 approx.
Council Tax Band: D
EPC: C<br /><br /> <b>Important Note to Purchasers:</b><br> We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.<br><br>FCY210143
