3 bed end terrace house for sale

Orca Mews, Leighton Buzzard LU7

Why buy this home?

Homes in such close proximity to Leighton Buzzard High Street are typically period properties and often come with limited parking. However, this modern home, built in 2018, enjoys the benefits of a central location while also offering two allocated parking spaces, all within walking distance of a wide range of local amenities. Whether you’re drawn to a modern, move-in-ready home away from large developments, or the convenience of having shops, restaurants and parks close at hand, this property delivers on both.

You would be forgiven for not knowing this home is here, as it is discreetly tucked away behind gated access and forms part of a development of just five homes, creating a sense of privacy and seclusion rarely found in modern homes. Built by a small developer with an eye for detail, the home features carefully considered finishes throughout, including grey windows and cladding that create a sleek, contemporary look and distinguish it from other homes in this price bracket.

The front door opens into an entrance hall with space to hang coats and store shoes. The W/C, accessed from here, is fitted with a toilet, wash hand basin, and offers storage for domestic essentials.

Leading on from the entrance hall is the kitchen/diner, which is an excellent size. It comfortably accommodates a large dining table, with additional space for extra seating, making it ideal for dining, entertaining, or even relaxing in front of the TV away from the living room. The space within the room would also allow for the addition of an island or a peninsular, which would not only provide further storage but also create a focal point. The kitchen features stylish contrasting units offering plenty of storage, paired with sleek stone work surfaces that enhance the home’s contemporary feel. It comes equipped with built-in appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine and an under-counter fridge, with additional space for a freestanding fridge/freezer and a range-style oven, complete with a fitted extractor fan above. A common theme throughout the home is the abundance of natural light, and this room is no exception, with two floor-to-ceiling windows allowing plenty to flood in.

Often, modern homes can feature living rooms that feel cold or uninviting, but this space is quite the opposite. The room offers excellent proportions, comfortably accommodating all the furniture you would need without ever feeling cramped. Whether it’s a large corner sofa for cosy evenings together or a more traditional suite, either would sit effortlessly within this space. It has two windows on one side and a set of bi-folding doors that open out to the garden, creating a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors, perfect for family living and entertaining. Additionally, air conditioning is installed to keep the room comfortably cool during the summer months.

The wrap-around garden features a low maintenance lawn and a patio area beneath a pergola, offering a shaded spot for relaxing or hosting BBQs when entertaining. An additional block paved area provides flexible space that could be used for extra parking or transformed into a safe play zone for children, perfect for play equipment or a paddling pool. There is a purpose-built storage unit and raised flower beds invite you to add your own bursts of colour, while electric gates lead to the parking area, adding security and privacy.

Upstairs, the home continues to impress with two spacious double bedrooms, including a main bedroom with an ensuite, alongside a smaller single bedroom and a separate shower room. The main bedroom comfortably fits a super king-size bed, with plenty of space for bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a chest of drawers. A useful alcove in this room provides flexibility, ideal for a dressing area or a compact home office, depending on your needs. The ensuite bathroom has a relaxing bath featuring bubble jets, a wash basin with vanity storage, and a toilet. The second bedroom is another generous double, easily accommodating all essential furniture. The third bedroom is perfect for a nursery, a child’s room, or a quiet office space for working from home. Alongside the ensuite, there is a separate shower room, ensuring there’s never too much of a wait when getting ready.

More about the location...

Leighton Buzzard is a market town in Bedfordshire, near the Chiltern Hills and lying between Aylesbury, Tring, Dunstable and Milton Keynes.

The area has become an increasingly popular place to relocate to for workers from London, helped in part by its reasonably priced housing – a big attraction for young professional couples wanting to get their foot on the property ladder. Leighton Buzzard provides great access to the countryside and other parts of the UK like London, Birmingham, Cambridge and Oxford.

Leighton Buzzard is close to the M1 motorway and A5 road, and is served by Southern and London Northwestern Railway services on the West Coast Main Line railway at Leighton Buzzard railway station in Linslade. The railway operates non-stop commuting services to Euston railway station, with the fastest peak journey times less than 30 minutes.

Leighton Buzzard operates a three-tier education system with a selection of with Lower, Middle and Upper Schools.

The River Ouzel runs through the town as does the famous Grand Union Canal, which Leighton Buzzard is well known for. There is a lot of activity along the canal which residents can enjoy, from peaceful walks to fishing and waterside pubs.

There are many community events scheduled throughout the year including both the Food and Canal Festivals in the summer, Linslade in Bloom, Music in the Park and the Christmas Market.

A short drive from Leighton Buzzard is Ascott House which is set in a 3,200-acre estate and benefits extensive manicured gardens which you are free to enjoy. There is also Rushmere Country Park on the outskirts of the town which is an area of 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows for you to explore. This is a Greensands Trust site with a visitor centre and café.

In 1963 the Great Train Robbery took place at a site near Bridego Bridge, between the villages of Cheddington and Linslade. Every time a Great Train Robber was caught law dictated that they had to be brought back to the small court house at Linslade to be charged.

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Disclaimer

The mention of any appliance and/or services to this property does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order, and their condition is unknown to us. Unless fixtures and fittings are specifically mentioned in these details, they are not included in the asking price. Even if any such fixtures and fittings are mentioned in these details it should be verified at the point of negotiation if they are still to remain. Some items may be available subject to negotiation with the vendor.

We may recommend services to clients, to include financial services and solicitor recommendations for which we may receive a referral fee, typically between £0 and £250 + VAT