5 Bedroom Detached House, Ivy Lane, Wilstead, MK45

Five-Bedroom Detached Home with Countryside Views in Wilstead

Positioned on a quiet lane in the popular village of Wilstead, this substantial five-bedroom detached home offers over 2,400 sq ft of well-designed family living. Built to a modern specification and backing directly onto open countryside, the property enjoys complete privacy with no rear neighbours and exceptional rural views. This home is perfectly suited for families seeking space, tranquillity, and excellent connectivity to Bedford and beyond.

Ground Floor

The entrance hall provides a welcoming introduction to the home, immediately highlighting the sense of space throughout the property and featuring a central staircase, storage room, and ground floor WC. The sitting room is a generous space offering a comfortable, peaceful area for family relaxation and entertaining with excellent natural light. Across the hall, a dedicate study/home office provides a private space for home working or hobbies. The kitchen/dining room is a particular highlight, extending to over 25 ft and fitted with granite worktops and fully integrated, modern appliances. This spacious, open-plan area provides an ideal setting for family meals and everyday living, with direct access to the rear garden through bi-fold doors and countryside views beyond. A separate utility room adds practical convenience for busy family life. Finally, a ground floor bedroom provides flexible space, ideal as a guest room or additional reception area, served by an en-suite shower room.

First Floor

The first floor comprises four further bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom is an impressive double extending to over 22 ft, featuring an en-suite shower room and creating a luxurious private retreat with views over the rear countryside. Bedrooms three and four are both generous doubles, each benefitting from ample natural light from bay windows and overlooking the local fields. Bedroom five offers excellent proportions and flexibility for family or guest use. The family bathroom serves these remaining bedrooms.

Outdoor Living

The rear garden is a standout feature, backing directly onto open countryside and enjoying complete privacy with no rear neighbours. The garden benefits from generous sunshine throughout the day and provides a peaceful setting with uninterrupted rural views, perfect for outdoor dining, children's play, and simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings. The plot also benefits from a detached garage providing secure parking and storage, with plenty of driveway parking to the front and side of the property. An alarm system enhances security.

Location

Wilstead is a thriving village with a strong community and excellent local amenities. The village offers Wilstead Primary School, a pre-school, post office, and pharmacy, making it ideal for family life. Two village pubs, The Woolpack and The Red Lion, provide traditional dining and socialising, whilst a Chinese takeaway and Indian takeaway offer convenient local options. The nearby White Hart in Ampthill is also highly regarded.The village setting provides immediate access to countryside walks, running, and cycling routes, whilst the Interchange Retail Park is easily accessible for shopping. The nearby town of Ampthill offers a local park, independent shops, restaurants, and a supermarket. Families benefit from catchment access to Wilstead Primary School and Bedford Academy. Bedford town centre is just 15 minutes away, offering further restaurants, a cinema, and riverside walks, whilst Milton Keynes is reachable within 30 minutes and provides extensive shopping and leisure facilities. Bedford station offers direct mainline services to London, making this an excellent location for commuters seeking a countryside lifestyle with strong connectivity.