6 bedroom house

Are you looking for peace, quiet and countryside views? Honeypot Cottage offers exactly that, together with extremely spacious and versatile accommodation all on a generous, three quarters of an acre plot within the pretty Bedfordshire village of Colmworth.

This property really does offer the best of both worlds. On the one hand it has the tranquillity and privacy of a beautiful, semi-rural location, whilst on the other hand, is only a few minutes' drive to the historic market town of St. Neots, with all the amenities one would expect from a town of it's size, plus a few more. The highly regarded Kimbolton School is just seven miles away and the ever-popular gastro pub, The Plough at Bolnhurst, is just three miles away.

This spacious and versatile property would meet the needs of all kinds of buyers. On the first floor there are five double bedrooms, one single bedroom and a family bathroom, with the principal bedroom being ensuite. On the ground floor, all the rooms are of a generous size comprising of a lounge, a study, a snug and huge, modern fitted, kitchen / dining room.

In addition to the main accommodation, outside, there is also a double cart lodge with a room above. There is also a cleverly converted shipping container, complete with kitchen and shower room. Currently set up to provide additional guest accommodation, this lodge would also make a fabulous office, for those wanting to run a small business.

The rear garden is well landscaped with, large patios, a very attractive koi pond and a sunken swim-spa. All this, together with the privacy and spectacular countryside views makes this an amazing family garden and entertaining space. To the front, with similar views to the rear, there is a large gravelled driveway providing parking for several cars with lots of additional space for business vehicles and machinery if required.

For those with an equestrian interest, the renowned Keysoe International equestrian centre is just five miles away and for lovers of the great outdoors, there are miles of country walks routes in all directions and suitable for dog walkers, ramblers, riders and joggers alike.

For families of a school age, Kimbolton School is seven miles away, whilst Kymbrook pre-school and primary schools are just five miles away. In addition, the highly regarded Sharnbrook Academy is just eleven miles away with bus services provided to the school from the village.

Accommodation.

Ground Floor:

Entrance

A large and double height entrance hall with a flagstone floor and flooded with natural light from front aspect windows and Velux windows on the first floor landing. From here there a glazed double doors to the lounge and other doors leading to the study, the kitchen, the utility room and the downstairs shower room.

Lounge

A good size lounge with windows over looking the front garden and sliding doors that open out onto a large decked area affording views over the rear garden and the countryside beyond. The focal point for the room is without doubt the impressive, exposed brick, inglenook fireplace with brick hearth, oak beam mantle and wood burning stove.

Kitchen / Dining Room

A rear aspect room with great views of the garden and the countryside beyond. There is a generous range of fitted eye and base level, oak fronted cabinets and contrasting black granite work surfaces. In addition, there is a matching central island with a breakfast bar and storage below. Integrated appliances include a five-ring induction hob and retractable extractor unit, two ovens, a fridge / freezer and a porcelain butler sink with mixer taps. There is also a very generous space for a family size dining table and a large walk-in larder / pantry.

Rear Lobby / Boot Room

From the kitchen, a double glazed, stable style door leads in to the rear lobby / boot room. With lots of space for hanging coats etc there is also a large built-in storage cupboard and two further stable style doors, one leading to the rear garden and the other to the snug.

Snug

A cosy room with a window overlooking the rear garden and the countryside beyond.

Utility Room

Accessed from the hallway, the utility is a rear aspect room and has space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. The high pressure water system is housed here and there is lots of space for storage.

Shower Room

Accessed from the hallway, a rear aspect room with a tiled floor, fitted with a modern suite comprising of a large shower, w/c and a pedestal sink.

First Floor:

Landing

A large, light and airy, galleried landing with natural light provided by two rear aspect windows and two front aspect Velux windows. From here there are doors to five double bedrooms, one single bedroom and a family bathroom.

Bedroom One

An extremely light, rear aspect double bedroom with a beautifully glazed gable end, affording spectacular views of the rear garden and the countryside beyond.

Bedroom One Ensuite

A rear aspect room with a window overlooking the rear garden and fitted with a modern suite comprising of a free standing slipper style bath, a w/c, a sink set on an attractive stand and a heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two

A front aspect double bedroom with views over open countryside.

Bedroom Three

A rear aspect double bedroom over looking the garden and the countryside beyond.

Bedroom Four

A rears aspect double bedroom over looking the garden and the countryside beyond.

Bedroom Five

A front aspect double bedroom with views over open countryside.

Bedroom Six

A front aspect single bedroom with a built-in storage cupboard and views over open countryside.

Family Bathroom

A generous front aspect room with a tiled floor and fitted storage cupboards. The modern suite is comprised of a shower, a free standing bath, w/c, a sink with a marble top and surround and a heated towel rail.

Outside:

Gardens & Grounds

A generous and private, 0.75 acre plot with countryside views to both the front and rear. The rear is mainly lawn with a large paved patio for alfresco dining and entertaining with the whole garden being screened by mature trees, shrubs and hedging. There is also a large decked area with a sunken swim-spa at one end and at the other a step leads up to a raised seating area which very neatly overlooks a very pretty koi pond.

At the other end of the rear garden there is walled dog run and a large shed, which is currently used as a gym. There is access on both ends of the garden to the front of the property, where there is a driveway large enough to park numerous vehicles, which is screened from the road by mature trees and shrub hedging. Here, there is a double, oak built, cart lodge with an insulated room above and right at the end, away from the main house is another large storage shed and a very cleverly converted shipping container. This is currently set up to be used as guest accommodation, but would also be ideal as an office etc.