Property description

The owners love...

Everything!

This home has peaceful and tranquil surroundings and it’s nestled within a friendly, supportive yet discrete community. Having lived in this property for a number of years, like several of the other Orchard residents, the owners decided to extend and renovate instead of moving and losing the many advantages of this unique neighbourhood.

In 2010 they met an incredible architect with an impressive portfolio of previous works. He designed a sizeable double storey rear extension and complete internal re-workings to create the space, light and elegant flow of the home now. Aside from 3 of the main walls everything was rebuilt to modern standards; so, enabling the charm and character of a 1920’s home with the warmth and efficiency of the 2020’s. The major works included a complete re-wire, new central heating system, a loft extension and conversion, the addition of a two-way log burner and underfloor heating.

A sense of luxury is felt from the underfloor heating which is fitted throughout downstairs and in the bathrooms upstairs. The fully fitted kitchen with central island is bespoke and handmade, designed to be timeless in style and quality. Superb for entertaining large groups or just for the family, this is the most used room as it flows into a dining room and snug area as well as having an external patio to the garden, accessed via large bi-fold doors. The house has just been completely redecorated in contemporary neutral shades allowing new owners to move in and put their stamp on things.

Conveniently located on the favoured West side of Welwyn Garden City, this home offers an array of amenities within walking distance such as the local library, a 3-screen independent cinema, John Lewis, Waitrose, Sainsburys, and the Howard Centre with its indoor shops, lots of bars and restaurants. Across the road is a sociable tennis club with super courts and there are some fabulous scenic walks, particularly along the old railway line to the highly regarded Red Lion gastropub.

Many schooling options exist and at least 9 children from within The Orchard have recently succeeded in securing good university places after attending nearby schools. Also within walking distance is the train station with direct and high-speed links to Kings Cross taking around 30 minutes. The A1 and M1 motorways are within a 5 minute drive.

The owners have relocated to undertake a new business venture and are keen that another family can enjoy all the benefits of the house and its setting.
Amenities

Sought after west side location

Property arranged over three floors

Complete renovation to a high standard and finish

Unique features throughout

5 bedrooms: One king size and two double

En-suite bath, double basin with marble vanity and separate shower to master bedroom

Two good size reception rooms

Bespoke kitchen-diner with quartz worktops and bi-fold doors

Sizeable woodland garden

Please quote reference SCO297