* Freehold
* Four Bedrooms
* 0. 75 acre Plot
* Character Features
* Outbuildings
This Grade II Listed home comes with a rich local history and has served
multiple purposes over the years, including as an alehouse, brewery, and
smithy.
The property has been used as a home in more recent times, and the current
owners have taken great care of retaining its character.
Ground Floor
Upon entering the property, you are greeted with a large entrance hall with
limestone floor. This provides access to all reception rooms, utility room and
kitchen.
Towards the front of the property, there's a formal living room with a log -
burning stove and fitted storage cupboards flanking either side of the chimney
breast.
Adjacent to the sitting room is a large dining room with exposed beams and
quarry tile flooring. This room has direct access to the home office and
playroom. All the reception rooms have character features and offer a view of
either the front or rear of the property.
The farmhouse kitchen, located at the rear of the property, includes an
electric aga nestled into the former inglenook fireplace and the historic
brewer's tap. There is a range of floor and wall mounted shaker - style units
with Oak work surfaces. In addition, there's a second hidden staircase in the
kitchen providing access to the first floor. The kitchen benefits from a
utility room nearby, which includes boot cupboards and appliances. The kitchen
has quarry tiled flooring that is perfect for the country lifestyle.
First Floor
The first floor of the house is accessed features four bedrooms. The master
bedroom is incredibly spacious and features a vaulted ceiling with exposed
beams, it also benefits from stunning William Morris wallpaper adding a
charming country feel. The master bedroom has an ensuite shower room with
modern fixtures and a walk - in wardrobe.
The second bedroom is located at the front of the house and also has a vaulted
ceiling and is dual aspect.
Towards the rear of the house, you will find two additional bedrooms, and the
family bathroom. There is also a back staircase that leads directly to the
kitchen.
Gardens
beautiful, large quince tree stands at the front of the gravel driveway, which
frames the plot perfectly. There is a doube garage at the back of the
driveway.
The large garden is accessed by a five - bar wooden gate adding an extra layer
of security and privacy. The garden is mostly laid to lawn, there is a formal
area near the house which has a patio and seating space ideal for
entertaining. The garden also benefits from a vegetable garden, a chicken coop
and a small orchard, with apple and pear trees.
There is a hedgerow which separates the formal garden from the paddock area
located at the back, this area has mature trees and shrubs. There is a
spacious workshop with power and is equipped with various work surfaces. It is
accessed by either a personnel door or double doors, allowing ample space to
store a ride on lawnmower - an essential requirement with a 0. 75 acre plot.
EPC Rating: G
**Location**
The unspoiled village of Swineshead is a civil parish located in North
Bedfordshire. One of the notable landmarks in Swineshead is St. Nicholas'
Church, which dates back to the 14th century with is large spire visible from
the property. Surrounded by open countryside, the village offers a tranquil
and scenic environment that is ideal for those seeking a quieter, more
pastoral way of life.
The village of Riseley is nearby, providing local shopping facilities whilst
Bedford is approximately 12 miles away offering rail links to London St.
Pancras International in around 47 minutes. St Neots station, which is around
11 miles from Swineshead, provides fast and direct services to London Kings
Cross in just 39 minutes.
The Harpur Trust schools are located in Bedford, while Wellingborough School
is approximately 14 miles away and Kimbolton School is only around 4 miles.
The village is also in the catchment area for the Sharnbrook Academy

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