Property description
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a superbly presented country residence individually designed by the current owner to a high specification using reclaimed bricks, slates and timbers, thus providing a property that oozes old world charm & character while benefiting from modern insulative properties, truly the best of both worlds. The main house can boast four double bedrooms, two having en suites, lounge with a feature fireplace and woodburning stove, home office, kitchen/diner and utility room. A recent construction project has now provided the option of either an expaned home or an ideal annexe, with a new large reception room with vaulted ceiling, kitchenette and shower room with a large bedroom above, while still retaining the use of a garage. Externally there is ample parking to the front and there is a beautifully tendered south facing garden with mature borders, pond and vegetable plot surrounded by outstanding countryside views. This family home offers the best of both worlds as it is only a short drive to Harpenden railway station (with London St Pancras only 20 mins away), M1 Junctions 9 and 10 are close by as is Luton Airport, whilst providing the fortunate buyer the chance to live in a small hamlet encased by countryside views. Internal viewing is highly recommended to really appreciate the character and bespoke features this delightful home has to offer.
Entrance Porch
Wide covered entrance porch. Outside lights. Glazed timber door to:
Annex Loft Room
Ideal for storage etc... Velux windows to front and rear. Windows to both sides. Laminate flooring.
Entrance Hall
Central reception hall with staircase rising to the first floor landing, under stairs storage. Exposed timbers. Double glazed leaded light window to front. Radiator in decorative cabinet. Doors to Living Room, Kitchen and Home Office.
Landing
Gallery first floor landing. Double glazed window to front. Shelved linen cupboard. Stairs rising to Guest Suite.
Lounge
18' 2\" x 13' 3\" (5.54m x 4.04m)
Attractive room with exposed timbers and feature rustic brick fireplace housing a traditional cast iron solid fuel burner. Double glazed casement doors to garden, duel aspect 'leaded light' double glazed windows. Recessed lighting. Radiator in decorative cabinet. Television point. Recessed shelving.
Shower Room
Tiled and glazed shower cubicle. Pedestal wash basin. Low level WC. Tiled walls and floor.
Utility Room
9' x 8' 6\" (2.74m x 2.59m) Currently used as a laundry room with inset stainless steel sink unit with kitchen cupboards below. Plumbing for washing machine with further appliance space. Tiled floor. Could easily be adapted as a kitchen. Stairs to loft room.
Study
8' 3\" x 7' 2\" (2.51m x 2.18m)'
Leaded light Double glazed window. Telephone point. Radiator. Recessed low voltage lighting.
Utility Room
6' 6\" x 6' (1.98m x 1.83m)
Stable door to kitchen. Butler sink unit. Range of built in cupboards and work surfaces. Double glazed window. Door to rear. Radiator. Large cupboard housing the boiler and Mega Flo hot water cylinder. Vaulted ceiling.
South Facing Rear Garden
The south facing rear garden enjoys all day sunshine and is fully fenced all round and boats lush lawns, and ornamental pond and is well stocked with flowers and shrubs. There is a large graveled seating area, vegetable plot and views over open countryside.
Detached Double Garage
Double opening timber doors. Built as a double width garage , at present half of the garage is still useable for vehicle storage with the remaining space currently used as the shower room and utility area. Above is the loft/storage area.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
19' 3\" x 10' 4\" (5.87m x 3.15m)
Stunning bespoke 'shaker style' kitchen comprising butler sink set below solid beech work surfaces with cupboards below and a further range of matching wall and base units. Recess housing Leisure range cooker with five burner gas hob, hotplate and oven - with extractor above. Radiator in decorative cabinet. Integrated dish washer. Further appliance space. Low voltage lighting. Italian slate flooring. French doors to rear garden. Large leaded light box bay window to frontal aspect.
Bedroom One
13' 4\" x 10' 5\" (4.06m x 3.18m) Attractive vaulted room with exposed timbers. High level stained glass window to side. Further double glazed window to rear. A pair of fitted double wardrobes. Radiator in decorative cover. Door to:
Bedroom Two
11' 3\" x 9' 4\" (3.43m x 2.84m)
Double glazed 'leaded light' windows to side an rear. Radiator. Recessed low voltage lighting.
Bedroom Three
11' 8\" x 8' 7\" (3.56m x 2.62m)
Double glazed ' leaded light' windows to front and side. Radiator. Recessed low voltage lighting.
Guest Bedroom Suite
13' 7\" x 12' 3\" (4.14m x 3.73m)
Stunning room with double glazed windows to side and rear with fantastic views over open countryside. Radiator. Recessed low voltage lighting. Door to:
En-Suite Bathroom
Fully tiled and fitted with a quality suite comprising panel bath with mixer taps and shower attachment. Independent tiled and glazed shower cubical housing power shower. Inset wash basin with cupboard below. Concealed cistern WC. Double glazed window to front. Shaver point. Recessed low voltage lighting.
Family Bathroom
An attractive room with paneling to cloak rack height. Fitted with a white suite comprising panel bath with side mounted mixer taps and shower attachment. Inset wash basin with cupboard below. Concealed cistern WC. Vertical radiator/towel rail. Recessed low voltage lighting.
En-suite Bathroom & Dressing Room
15' 9\" x 6' 2\" (4.80m x 1.88m)
Extensively tiled and beautifully fitted with a white suite comprising panel bath with side mounted mixer taps and shower attachment. Independent shower cubicle. Pedestal wash basin. Low level WC. Dressing area with built in wardrobe cupboards and shelving. Double glazed window to front. Radiator. Recessed low voltage lighting.
Property Features :
- Modern Bespoke Detached Country Property
- Individually Designed
- Constructed Using Reclaimed Bricks, Slates and Timbers
- Old World Charm with Modern Build Standards
- Lounge with Feature Fireplace