The property 18 Jove Gardens is an attractive four-bedroom family home set in the leafy St Albans’ suburb of Smallford. As well as four generously sized reception rooms, the property benefits from a sunny, south-facing garden and off-street parking.

The ground floor features ample space for family living and entertainment. The large kitchen/dining space is bright and airy, with plenty of windows, tiled flooring and a breakfast bar for informal dining. The kitchen also has sleek, contemporary wood units and high-end integrated appliances. French doors open up onto a patio, while there is access to a separate utility space and the playroom/dining room.

The property’s sitting room is a good size, with floor to ceiling windows, French doors and an electric fireplace. A second sitting room at the front of the house currently serves as a kids’ play room, while there is a separate study. Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly spacious, with a modern en suite and a dressing area. The second bedroom also features its own en suite and there is an additional family bathroom.

Outside

Outside The property has a short, private driveway leading to a double garage. The front garden is well-kept and has a paved pathway leading to the entrance. The rear garden is fenced in for privacy and features neat lawn bordered by mature flowerbeds. There is also a patio running along the length of the house with plenty of space for al fresco dining.

Situation

Location 18 Jove Gardens sits in a popular and convenient location near St Albans city centre. St Albans has a wealth of amenities, including shopping, dining and several large supermarkets. There is also an extensive range of retailers at The Quadrant in Marshalswick. St Albans City mainline station, which offers fast direct services via St Pancras International to the City and to Gatwick, is also close at hand. Road users can additionally enjoy easy access to the M1, M25 and the A1(M) and to the airports at Heathrow, Luton and Stansted. The area offers a wide range of state primary and secondary schooling including Beaumont (rated Outstanding by Ofsted), Sandringham and Verulam as well as a good selection of independent schools including, St. Albans High School for Girls, St. Albans Independent College and St Albans School.

Directions

Directions Leave Strutt and Parker’s St Albans branch and turn left onto London Road (A1081). Continue for 1.5 miles, going straight over the two roundabouts, and then take a left onto Drakes Drive. Drive straight on for just under a mile and then take the second exit at the third roundabout to join Camp Road. At the next roundabout, take the first exit onto Hill End Lane. Go straight over the next two roundabouts before taking the first exit at the third. At the next roundabout, take the second exit to stay on Hill End Lane. Turn off at the first exit of the next roundabout onto Colney Heath Road. Continue straight for one mile and then take the first exit at the next roundabout to join Oakland Lane. After 350 yards, turn right onto Jove Gardens. The property will then be on the right.