Land for sale

Old Road, Barton-Le-Clay, Bedford MK45

Strapline

Auction Sale - 08/10/2024

Of interest to developers and investors. A unique development site currently comprises a roughly square shaped plot that contains a former reservoir. The site and build a 10,000 square foot house in 1.8 acres located in Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire

Description

The property comprises a unique development site containing a former reservoir located in a picturesque and exclusive area of Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire.

The square shaped plot of approximately 1.8 acres slopes downwards towards the entrance and includes a small outbuilding at the bottom of the former reservoir. The site is accessed via a private road, ensuring exclusivity and privacy.

The site also benefits from planning consent for construction of an impressive, contemporary four-storey house. This proposed residence will be seamlessly integrated into the hillside, taking full advantage of the site's natural topography to create a unique and striking home and will benefit from commanding views over the surrounding countryside.

The proposed house would provide approximately 10,000 square feet of living space spread over four floors including a basement plus a six-bay covered parking area. This development site presents a unique investment opportunity. The combination of planning consent for a high-specification residence, the unique topography, and the scenic location make it an attractive proposition for developers and private buyers alike.

Location

The development site is a prime piece of real estate located in Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire nestled amidst picturesque countryside and taking an elevated position off the most exclusive road in the area. This approximately square-shaped, 1.8 acre plot includes a former reservoir, adding unique character and potential to the site. After entering the site from a gated private access road, the land slopes upwards from the entrance, offering a natural contour that enhances its aesthetic and development possibilities.

Barton-le-Clay is a large village and a civil parish in the Central Bedfordshire Borough in Bedfordshire, bordering the county of Hertfordshire. The village has existed since at least 1066 and is mentioned in the Domesday Book. Barton-le-Clay is located between Bedford and Luton, 36 miles (58 km) north of London. Nearby villages include Sharpenhoe, Silsoe, Westoning and Pulloxhill. The A6 which runs from Luton (6 miles south of the village) bypasses Barton and continues through Bedford. In the southeast of the parish are the Barton Hills, which form the northeast extremity of the Chiltern Hills and are designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Much of this area of chalk down land is now a nature reserve, managed by Natural England.

Accommodation

Proposed accommodation is as follows:

Basement - Hall, living room, cinema, swimming pool - 4,069 sq ft (378 sq m)

Mezzanine - Gymnasium - 1,044 sq ft (97 sq m)

Ground - Living area and one bedroom - 3,100 sq ft (288 sq m)

First floor - Four bedrooms three with en suites, laundry room, toilet, - 2,529 sq ft (235 sq m)

Total Gross internal floor area - 10,742 sq ft (998 sq m)

Planning

Planning consent for ‘conversion of former covered reservoir and creation of basement and erection of a single residential dwelling, with associated infrastructure’ was granted on 25th January 2023 under planning application number - cb/22/03328/full which can be viewed via the Central Bedfordshire planning portal.

Please click here for further architect drawings - Barton Le Clay Former Reservoir | Kode Architecture