27 - 29 Hockliffe Street
Leighton Buzzard
Bedfordshire
LU7 1EZ
Ideally positioned along the historic Springfield Road in Linslade, this beautifully extended and significantly enhanced detached family home offers stylish, contemporary living throughout. Benefitting from driveway parking and situated just a stone’s throw from the mainline train station, the property is perfectly suited to busy commuters seeking both convenience and comfort, whilst enjoying the charm and character of this highly sought-after location.
The addition of a substantial rear extension has transformed the heart of the home, creating a stunning high-specification kitchen complete with a large central island, ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining. This impressive space also incorporates a relaxed family seating area beneath a striking ceiling lantern alongside a generously proportioned dining area, all seamlessly flowing together to form a bright and sociable living environment.
Expansive bi-fold doors open directly onto the rear garden, effortlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. This wonderful connection creates an inviting space for children to play, relaxed summer entertaining and day-to-day family life, enhancing the home’s warm and welcoming atmosphere and making it a truly fantastic family residence.
Springfield Road in Linslade typically dates back to the late Victorian and early 20th century, with many properties built around the 1890s through to the 1930s. The road is well known for its mix of charming period houses, often featuring traditional architecture, generous plots and mature gardens, which contribute to its established and characterful feel.
Linslade itself is situated on the outskirts of Leighton Buzzard, straddling the borders of Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. Once part of Buckinghamshire, it became part of Bedfordshire following boundary changes in 1965. The residential fabric of Linslade is diverse, catering to various lifestyles. From cosy apartments to expansive family homes, there's a housing option for everyone. The area boasts an abundance of green spaces, such as the serene Mentmore Memorial Park, and the inviting Linslade Woods, offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Linslade is renowned for its esteemed educational institutions. Lower schools like Linslade Lower, Greenleas, and Southcott Lower lay a strong foundation for young learners, while Leighton Middle School and Cedars Upper School offer comprehensive secondary education, ensuring a well-rounded academic experience for families in the area.
One of Linslade's main draws is its excellent transportation network. The mainline railway station provides swift connections to London Euston in under 35 minutes, while easy access to commuter roads like the A5, A421, A4146, and the M1 facilitates convenient travel.
Furthermore, Linslade boasts a vibrant array of local amenities, including charming cafes, delectable restaurants, convenient newsagents, and inviting coffee shops. This blend of modern convenience and small-town charm makes Linslade an idyllic and highly coveted place to call home.
The layout of the home has been thoughtfully designed to balance everyday practicality with modern family living. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a hallway with bespoke storage under the stairs and a door leading into the well-proportioned living room positioned to the front of the property, featuring an attractive inbuilt media wall which creates a stylish focal point and a cosy yet contemporary space to relax. A convenient ground floor WC and utility cupboard further add to the practical functionality of the layout.
To the rear, the property truly comes into its own with the stunning open-plan kitchen, breakfast and family area which serves as the showpiece of the home. This impressive space is flooded with natural light via a ceiling lantern window and has been designed for modern family life, offering ample room for cooking, dining and an informal seating. The kitchen area is an exceptional centrepiece, combining refined design with everyday functionality to create a truly aspirational family space. Finished to a high standard, it features sleek contemporary cabinetry, generous work surfaces and a statement central island that provides both practical preparation space and a natural gathering point for family and guests alike.
Integrated appliances and thoughtful storage solutions ensure a clean, streamlined aesthetic, while the ceiling lantern floods the space with natural light, enhancing the sense of openness and warmth throughout the day. With its blend of style, comfort and usability, this impressive kitchen forms a perfect environment for cooking, entertaining and spending quality time together. There is a seamless flow to the garden via bi-fold doors making it ideal for entertaining and everyday enjoyment, while the size and configuration ensure it remains a versatile and welcoming hub.
Upstairs, the first floor landing offers doors to three well proportioned bedrooms, with the master having numerous sets of fitted wardrobes. The upstairs is completed by a contemporary and modern family bathroom. Overall, the layout provides excellent flexibility for growing families, home working or guest accommodation, creating a comfortable and well-balanced living environment throughout.
To the front of the property is a low level wall with gated access leading to the house, aswell as a pathway to the shingle driveway at the side providing off road parking for up to three vehicles.
The rear garden offers a private and peaceful outdoor space that is ideal for families to enjoy throughout the seasons. Predominantly laid to lawn, it provides an excellent area for children to play and for relaxed outdoor activities, while well-established borders and timber fencing create a sense of seclusion and natural charm. A variety of mature planting and trellis detailing adds character and colour, complemented by a useful garden shed for storage or hobbies.
To the opposite side of the bi-fold doors, a generous paved patio creates the perfect setting for outdoor dining, summer barbecues and entertaining, seamlessly extending the sociable living space from inside. This well-balanced combination of lawn and patio ensures the garden is both practical and inviting, catering perfectly to everyday family life as well as more formal gatherings.
The property has mains water, sewerage and drainage connected. Heating is by way of mains gas to radiator powered by a gas boiler. There is mains electricity connected.
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