The Old Post Office. 20 Birds Hill, Heath And Reach, Leighton Buzzard
LU7 1DU
£725,000
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We are delighted to offer for sale with no upper chain this truly individual and historically significant detached four bedroom family home, formerly the village Post Office, occupying a prominent and prestigious position within the heart of the ever-popular village of Heath & Reach. Offering expansive and versatile accommodation throughout, this impressive period property blends character features with modern comforts and provides an exceptional opportunity for families seeking space, flexibility and village living at its finest. Viewing is highly recommended.
Well located, this property benefits from a wide range of local schools, a National Rail station 2.2 miles away and good local amenities.
On schooling, the area is well-served at both primary and secondary level. There are seven good or outstanding primary schools within two miles, including Dovery Academy (assessed as outstanding by Locrating) around a 18 minute walk, and St Leonards CE Academy (rated good by Ofsted) a 3 minute walk. High Ash Church of England Primary School ranks in the top 26% of schools nationally. Hockliffe Lower School attracts the most local pupils, with around 26% attending. Another popular primary option is St Leonards CE.
There are five good or outstanding secondary schools within five miles, including Vandyke Upper School (rated good by Ofsted) just over a mile, and Cedars Upper School (rated good by Ofsted) 2.7 miles. Cedars Upper ranks in the top 29% of schools at GCSE level. The strongest local intake is at Vandyke Upper, with around 45% of pupils nearby. Families also commonly consider Fulbrook School. Vandyke Upper and Cedars Upper both offer sixth form provision for A-level or equivalent study.
The area has two independent schools, including Milton Keynes Preparatory School (5.9 miles) and Baytul IIm Secondary School (5.5 miles).
Whilst school admissions cannot be guaranteed, based on past admissions data at primary level St Leonards CE is likely within catchment and Heathwood Lower School, rated good by Ofsted (around a 14 minute walk) is possibly within catchment and at secondary level Vandyke Upper is likely within catchment and Cedars Upper is fairly likely within catchment for this property.
For transport, Leighton Buzzard station serving National Rail is the nearest connection, 2.2 miles away. Bus services are within easy reach, the closest stop around a 12 minute walk away.
Day to day essentials are well covered with Heath And Reach Post Office and Co-Op Food (a minute's walk). Local food and drink options include The Axe & Compass and The Dukes, both a 5 minute walk away and The Heath Inn /Burger Beast /Korean Chicken & Rice (about a 6 minute walk). Places of worship nearby include St Leonard (about a 7 minute walk).
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For this £725,000 listing
£3,731/mo
Mortgage + estimated bills
Mortgage
£3,306/mo
90% LTV · 30 yr · 4.5% fixed
Council tax (est.)
£165/mo
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Energy + bills
£260/mo
Energy + broadband + water + insurance
Stamp Duty (standard)
£23,750 one-off
Conveyancing + survey + removals
~£3,200 one-off
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