3 bed detached house for sale

Rushden Road, Bletsoe, Bedford MK44

Guide Price £700,000 - £725,000

Nestled within the highly sought-after village of Bletsoe, Falcon Cottage is a truly exceptional gated detached period home, seamlessly blending character charm with contemporary living.

Positioned centrally between Bedford and Rushden, and surrounded by open countryside and fields owned by Charles Wells Brewery, this home offers an idyllic rural lifestyle.

Having been fully renovated and thoughtfully extended by the current owners, the property now offers approximately 2,000 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation. Throughout the home, a wealth of original features have been retained, including high ceilings, original quarry tile flooring, wooden floorboards, and charming open fireplaces.

A standout feature of the home is the incredible original well, discovered during extension works and now transformed into a striking design centrepiece, complete with a reinforced glass cover, atmospheric backlighting, and fed by a natural spring.

The ground floor comprises a cosy snug, a secondary lounge / library with dedicated workspace, and a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining space forming part of the double-storey extension. This impressive room features underfloor heating, bi-fold doors opening onto the garden, exposed brickwork, and a stylish contrast to the original period structure. A utility room and pantry add practicality, while there is clear scope to introduce a downstairs WC with minimal work.

Upstairs, the property continues to impress with three generous double bedrooms, many of which are dual aspect, creating a bright and airy feel throughout. Bedroom three is currently utilised as a home gym but offers excellent proportions for a bedroom. The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and a modern ensuite shower room, and also offers potential to be reconfigured into two bedrooms, allowing the property to become a four-bedroom home if desired.

A particularly unique feature is the extended landing space, designed to maximise the breathtaking views across open countryside—a perfect spot for a morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Externally, the property is accessed via electric gates leading to a substantial gravel driveway, providing ample off-road parking. The gardens wrap around the side and rear of the property, offering a generous lawn, a large ceramic tiled patio, and an extended decking area—ideal for entertaining. Additional outbuildings include a summerhouse and a large storage shed.

Directly opposite the property sits the charming 17th-century public house, The Falcon, known for its traditional British food and welcoming atmosphere.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored period home in a truly beautiful surrounding, offering both lifestyle and future potential.