Property description

A wonderful three bedroom period home located on a beautiful tree lined road only moments walk from the High Street & Station and within catchment for excellent schools.

Ground Floor

The living room is positioned at the front of the property and has character features to include a bow window to the front, open grate fireplace and wood block flooring. A door opens to the staircase which rises to the first floor with a walk in storage cupboard underneath. From the living room there is an opening to an inner lobby which leads to the wonderful open plan kitchen/dining area. The kitchen has been fitted with a range of grey high gloss base and eye level units to include timber worktops over. The dining area is stunning with a vaulted ceiling, bi-folding doors opening to the rear garden, 4 Velux windows to the roof and feature window over the bi-folds. A second lobby area has a door opening to the side and a door leading to the ground floor cloakroom fitted with a white two piece suite to include low level wc and wash basin.

First Floor

Stairs ascend to the first floor landing which has doors to all accommodation and ladder to the loft room. The two main bedrooms are positioned overlooking the front of the property with the principal bedroom boasting both a double cupboard over the stairs, and a fitted double cupboard to one side of the chimney breast. The third bedroom overlooks the rear and gives excellent views over the rooftops down to the valley of Berkhamsted and up and over towards the Ashridge Estate. The family bathroom has been refitted with under floor heating and a white three piece suite to include bath with independently operated shower cubicle.

Second Floor Loft Room

The loft room has been fully boarded and has a Velux window to the rear to allow light to flood this space. There is power and light and a clever bed recess to one side.

Outside

A hedge to the front of the property provides an excellent screen of privacy whilst a wrought iron gate opens to a front courtyard which is laid to cobblestones, and leads to a gate which gives pedestrian access to the rear garden. The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn and has stepping stones leading to the rear boundary, where there is a timber framed garden cabin which is fully insulated with power and light, and a window looking back towards the property - the current sellers use this as a full time home office. To the side of the cabin is an outhouse unit ideal for the storage of garden tools and bikes etc. Leading on from the cabin to the rear boundary is a raised timber deck which is an ideal place to entertain family and friends in the summer months and is positioned to make the most of the setting sun.

The Location

Berkhamsted itself is a busy market town, located to the West of Hertfordshire and just 30 minutes from London by train. Perhaps the towns most prominent role in National affairs came in 1066 when William the Conqueror was handed the English Crown. Berkhamsted Castle was built following the granting of the crown, and famous names associated with it include Geoffrey Chaucer who was Clerk of Works, and Thomas Becket who was Constable of the Castle in the 12th Century. Substantial ruins of the Castle still remain today.

Transport Links

Today, the town is highly desirable for commuters, with excellent transport links by road and rail. The mainline train station provides a regular and direct link to London Euston in a little over 30 minutes. Major road connections nearby include the M25 (J20) and the M1 (J8 and J9). The A41 dual carriageway runs to the South of the town, providing an excellent connection to Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Tring and Aylesbury.

Education In The Area

A wide range of education options are available in Berkhamsted and the surrounding area. A mix of comprehensive a independent institutions from nurseries and primary schools to secondary schools and colleges make this area an ideal place for families. The little ones can attend one of the many Outstanding primary schools such as Westfield Primary and Nursery and St Thomas More Catholic Primary. Swing Gate Lane Primary and Thomas Coram middle are on your doorstep! The local secondary school, Ashlyns, caters for older children as well as providing a sixth form. Berkhamsted School is an independent day and boarding school offering both single sex (from age 11-16) and co-educational teaching for boys and girls aged 3-18.

Agents Information For Buyers

Please be aware, should you wish to make an offer for this property, we will require the following information before we enter negotiations:
1. Copy of your mortgage agreement in principal.
2. Evidence of deposit funds, if equity from property sale confirmation of your current mortgage balance i.e. Your most recent mortgage statement, if monies in bank accounts the most up to date balances.
3. Passport photo id for all connected purchasers and a utility bill.