A charming four bedroom Victorian character home 0.4 of a mile from Harpenden station, with an attractively landscaped, large garden.

The beautifully presented and extended home offers the ideal balance of modern design and period character, with spacious and light accommodation over three floors. Outside, the property enjoys a relaxing outside space with a south-westerly aspect. A well-proportioned reception room at the front of the house overlooks the garden from a bay window, which lets in the morning light. An open fireplace warms the space in the colder months and adds character, alongside a traditional ceiling rose, coving, picture rails and plantation-style shutters.

To the rear, a stunning open plan kitchen and dining area provides a relaxing family space well suited to family life and entertaining, offering masses of space and ample storage with attractive white-painted cabinetry, opening onto the magnificent garden. There is a cloakroom with a WC and a separate utility room with space for laundry machines.

The first floor has two generous double bedrooms and a third smaller bedroom equally suited to a home office, nursery or dressing room, plus a spacious family bath and shower room. The top floor boasts a final dual-aspect bedroom and bathroom, which would make a fabulous principal suite.

Planning permission has been granted for a double-storey extension (5/2023/1560).

Outside

Tucked away on this sought after residential street, the house is set behind a pretty picket fence and a manicured hedge. A pedestrian gate leads to a neat front garden and side gate leading alongside the house to the rear, where there is a landscaped southwest-facing garden enjoying excellent natural light. Mature shrubs provide a leafy aspect, while well-stocked borders add colour and interest. Two seating areas offer space to dine alfresco and relax on sunny days, while a shed at the rear provides storage. On-street parking is available locally (permit required).

Situation

Location Harpenden has a thriving High Street and comprehensive range of shopping facilities, including Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and a Marks and Spencer store. It boasts an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops and numerous independent shops. The town is home to several outstanding state schools as well as independent schools, with further options accessible in nearby St Albans or Hemel Hempstead. Good sporting and leisure facilities include a sports centre with indoor swimming pool, rugby, tennis, bowling and cricket clubs, together with three golf courses. Cycling, riding and walking can be enjoyed in the Woodland Trust’s Heartwood Forest and Rothamsted Estate.

Distances Harpenden station 0.4 miles Wheathampstead 2.9 miles Redbourn 3.6 miles St. Albans 5.2 miles Welwyn Garden City 7.7 miles Hemel Hempstead 8.2 miles Hatfield 8.3 miles

Nearby Stations Harpenden Station Luton Parkway Station Luton Station St Albans City Station St Albans Abbey Station

Key Locations Rothamsted Park Rothamsted Manor Harpenden Common The Eric Morecambe Centre Heartwood Forest The Nickey Line St Albans Cathedral Verulamium Park Luton Hoo Knebworth House and Gardens Stockwood Discovery Centre Whipsnade Zoo Shaws Corner (National Trust)

Nearby Schools High Beeches Primary School Crabtree Infants’ and Junior School Manland Primary School St. George’s School Sir John Lawes School Aldwickbury School St. Hilda’s School The King’s School St. Albans High School for Girls St. Albans Boys School Beechwood Park School

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