Summary - OLD WHITE LION BEDFORD ROAD RAVENSDEN BEDFORD MK44 2RA
3 bed 1 bath Cottage
Character-packed Grade II thatched cottage with stunning glass garden room and parking.
Grade II listed thatched cottage full of period character
A beautifully proportioned Grade II listed thatched cottage in Ravensden, offering a rare mix of historic character and contemporary fittings. The house features exposed beams, original fireplaces and a generous open-plan lounge/diner, complemented by a 20ft shaker-style kitchen with quartz worktops and a useful utility room. The recent glass garden room creates a tropical, light-filled social space and opens onto a planted garden with an ornamental pond.
Practical aspects are straightforward: freehold tenure, off-street parking, a single ground-floor bathroom, and two double first-floor bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. The property sits on a small plot in an affluent village with good local amenities and well-regarded primary schools; Bedford town centre (regular trains to London in under an hour) is about three miles away.
Buyers should note material constraints linked to the listed status — repairs, alterations and insurance will need specialist attention and may add cost and delay. The thatched roof and oil tank also imply specialist maintenance and an atypical heating system compared with mains gas. Broadband speeds are average and the garden/plot is compact, which may limit extension options.
This cottage suits buyers seeking period character and a distinctive, village lifestyle who are comfortable managing listed-building responsibilities. It will appeal to families or downsizers wanting a characterful home with a dramatic conservatory-style living space, within easy reach of Bedfords amenities and rail links.
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