# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (MK41 0LD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 1 BROOK LANE, BEDFORD, RENHOLD, BEDFORD MK41 0LD |
| Price | £1,450,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | H |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1991-1995 |
| Floor area | 247 m² |
| Last sold | £1,225,000 Sep 2024 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 13/12/2032
- **Current heating cost:** £1,433/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,825

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- E (£100)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9340-1908-2202-9192-0200)

## Description

An exceptional one-off detached residence set within approximately 2.6 acres (sts) of beautifully established grounds offering an enviable blend of privacy, space and lifestyle appeal. Approached via impressive cast iron electric gates, the sweeping driveway immediately creates a striking first impression, providing extensive parking and a grand sense of arrival.

This substantial family home extends to over 2,900 sq. ft. (sts) of versatile accommodation, perfectly suited for modern family living. Upon entering, you are welcomed by a large and impressive entrance hall which sets the tone for the spacious accommodation throughout. The elegant lounge is a particular highlight, featuring a contemporary media wall with inset fireplace and Bluetooth ceiling speakers, creating a stylish and immersive space for relaxing and entertaining.

The ground floor also offers a formal dining room, a spacious office and a well-appointed kitchen with adjoining utility and laundry rooms. A standout feature of the property is the converted garage, now transformed into an impressive gym/games room with additional storage, offering excellent flexibility for leisure, entertaining or home working requirements.

To the first floor are five well-proportioned bedrooms, including a generous principal suite complete with shutter blinds and an en suite bathroom complemented by a stunning modern family bathroom featuring a luxurious spa bath, creating the perfect space to relax and unwind. A spacious landing further enhances the sense of space throughout the first floor.

Externally, the property truly excels. The mature gardens and grounds are a major feature, beautifully maintained to create a peaceful parkland-style setting with expansive lawns, established trees, landscaped borders, a pond and far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Superb outdoor entertaining spaces include a covered social area overlooking the paved terrace, together with a covered BBQ area complete with pizza oven ideal for hosting family and friends throughout the year.

Beyond the formal gardens is a large grassed field split into three paddocks, which could be utilised for equestrian purposes, small livestock, the creation of a private orchard, or simply enjoyed as part of the wonderful grounds and outdoor lifestyle this exceptional property has to offer. Nearby bridle paths further enhance the appeal for countryside enthusiasts.

Further benefits include gas central heating and double glazed windows throughout.

The sweeping driveway further enhances the sense of exclusivity and grandeur, while the substantial plot provides exceptional outdoor space for recreation, entertaining and lifestyle living.

Renhold offers its own highly popular Primary School and Public House and is very well placed for access to both Bedford and to Bedford’s southern bypass (A421) linking the A1 to the M1.

Bedford offers a wide range of shops and services together with excellent schooling, both private and state, and the property is just four and a half miles from Bedford’s mainline station with regular services to the capital and other popular destinations.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan.JPG](/listings/photos/89191641/665831) - Floorplan.JPG

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/89191641/665832) - EE Rating

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 1 BROOK LANE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0LD | £1,225,000 | 03/09/2024 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 15 HOOKHAMS LANE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0JU | £795,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached |
| 7 BROOKSIDE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0JL | £705,000 | 31/08/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] JACKDAWS, 17 BROOK LANE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0LD | £2,200,000 | 26/04/2023 | Detached |
| 21 HOME CLOSE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0LB | £400,000 | 15/09/2022 | Detached |
| 16 WILDEN ROAD, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0JP | £465,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached |
| 19 HOME CLOSE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0LB | £375,000 | 24/11/2021 | Detached |
| 13 HOME CLOSE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0LB | £500,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 10 BROOKSIDE, RENHOLD, BEDFORD, MK41 0JL | £677,500 | 13/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £2,200,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £559,643 (7 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £504,034 (37 Detached, MK41, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +187.7%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Bedford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,052/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,169/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,286/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bedford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,296/mo

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 5 Bed Semi-Detached House, Wheathouse Close, MK41 | £2,300/mo | 5 | 0.86 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,300/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.16% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £287,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £230,000

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £2,300/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 1.9%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 52.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-3,665/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -10.5%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £5,870/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 33.6%
- **10y growth:** 53%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Bedford; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 4.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 21.7%
- **10y growth (index):** 43.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)
