5 bed detached house for sale

Short Massey, Olney MK46

Detached 5 bedroom family home for sale in olney – cul-de-sac living, wood burner warmth & outstanding schools

If you’ve been waiting for a detached five bedroom family home in Olney that delivers space, warmth, community and an easy commute - welcome home.

Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac of just seven properties, this beautifully maintained home offers 1,453 sq ft (135 sq m) of flexible living space designed for real family life. It’s calm, private and wonderfully positioned - the kind of address where children play safely, neighbours know each other, and life feels just that little bit easier.

Step through the glazed panelled door into a generous entrance hall, where access to the integral garage and a neatly presented cloakroom sets the tone for practicality. The hallway opens into a wider central space, creating an immediate sense of light and flow, with doors leading to all principal rooms and a staircase rising to a galleried first-floor landing.

The living room is both elegant and inviting - perfectly proportioned for family gatherings or quieter evenings by the fire. A multi-fuel wood burner sits proudly within the chimney breast, creating a cosy focal point. The chimney and appliance are serviced annually by a hetas-registered engineer, offering peace of mind that everything is professionally maintained. Handcrafted full-width fitted bookcases provide character and clever storage, while glazed patio doors open directly to the garden. Bespoke doors lead into a striking six-sided conservatory, connected to the central heating system to ensure it’s a genuine year-round living space - ideal as a playroom, reading room, or sunlit second lounge.

The kitchen/dining room is very much the heart of the home - and the specification here will impress. Fitted with a comprehensive range of high-quality cupboard and drawer units, it balances functionality with thoughtful design. Integrated appliances include a double fridge and freezer, dishwasher and microwave, complemented by a freestanding gas oven. Above, a standout 90cm curved glass designer extractor hood - a premium feature when installed - creates a striking focal point.

Work surfaces are complemented by bespoke 6mm toughened painted glass splashbacks, precision-cut and professionally installed to achieve a specific colour finish, offering a sleek, contemporary look that elevates the entire space. Riven slate flooring runs underfoot, complete with electric underfloor heating, adding both luxury and durability. The dining area is enhanced by an attractive bay window and statement five-lamp cluster lighting, creating a warm and sociable setting for everything from homework sessions to dinner parties.

Throughout much of the ground floor, luxury vinyl flooring provides a seamless, hardwearing finish, while solid oak internal doors add quality and cohesion. The property benefits from double glazing throughout and gas-fired radiator central heating, powered by a boiler installed in 2025 and still covered by a five-year warranty - an important and reassuring recent upgrade.

Upstairs, a half landing window frames a garden view before leading to a bright galleried landing connecting all five bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys fitted wardrobes with solid oak doors and access to a well-appointed en-suite shower room featuring a larger-than-average glazed cubicle, WC, vanity basin, heated illuminated mirror, fitted cabinetry and heated towel rail.

Two further bedrooms include built-in wardrobes, one features fitted bookshelves, and the remaining rooms offer flexibility for growing families, guests or home working. The family bathroom is thoughtfully arranged with a panelled bath, glazed shower screen, shower attachment, WC, washbasin and heated towel rail.

Outside, the frontage offers lawn and shrub borders alongside a driveway leading to the integral garage with power and light. Unusually, there is pedestrian access to both sides of the property - a practical and highly desirable feature. The southerly facing rear garden is sheltered and private, with hard landscaped seating areas ideal for entertaining, well-stocked flower beds, a raised herb garden and ample space for a shed. It strikes the perfect balance: Beautifully kept, yet manageable.

Location-wise, this home truly excels. Situated within walking distance of Olney town centre, you’ll find independent shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants, a weekly market and a monthly farmers’ market - all contributing to the vibrant, community-focused atmosphere the town is known for. Less than a mile away, Emberton Country Park offers lakeside walks, cycling and family adventures.

Families are particularly drawn to the area for its highly regarded schooling, including catchment for Olney Infant Academy, Olney Middle School and Ousedale School, with further private education options available in Bedford and Milton Keynes.

For commuters, the position is equally impressive. Milton Keynes Central provides direct services to London Euston in approximately 25 minutes, while Bedford railway station offers fast links to London St Pancras. The M1 (Junction 14) is around 10 minutes away.

With an EPC rating of D and Council Tax Band D, this is a substantial detached family home offering comfort now, with scope to personalise and add your own stamp over time.

For families seeking a well-maintained five bedroom home in Olney, with a wood burner, heated conservatory, high-spec kitchen, private garden, outstanding school catchment and exceptional commuter links - this one flows beautifully in every sense