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The Accommodation - Storm Porch • Entrance Hall • Cloakroom/WC • Sitting Room • Family or Dining Room • Study • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Pantry/Utility
Gallery Landing • Bedroom 1 • Bedroom 2 • Bedroom 3 • Bedroom 4 • Guest Bedroom 5 with en suite Cloakroom/WC • Family Bathroom
Integral Stores • Double Garage • Workshop/Studio
The Property - Dating from 1924 and constructed in the Arts & Crafts vernacular, this imposing detached residence occupies an elevated position on the western approaches to Hitchin town centre. A covered storm porch and solid oak panelled front door lead to the welcoming reception hall which retains many period features including tiled fireplace with carved surround, oak flooring, wall panelling and plate rack. To the rear there is a useful cloaks-hanging lobby and cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin. The bright and spacious sitting room is dual aspect with bay window to front and window to side. This lovely room is full of character with feature fireplace, cast iron solid fuel burner, built in storage cabinets and picture rail. Across the hallway is the family room, again dual aspect with bay window to front, feature brick fireplace, built in storage cabinets and parquet flooring, while the third reception room has rear and side aspect over the garden and attractive panelling, picture rail and built in cabinets. The family kitchen/dining room has double doors leading to the patio and twin windows to the side, creating a sunlit hub to this outstanding home. There is an excellent range of storage units and generous worksurfaces with inset sink unit extending to peninsula breakfast bar. Fitted appliances include, double oven, hob with extractor hood and plumbing for an automatic dishwasher. Other features include a fitted dresser unit and built in cabinets to the dining area and a walk-in pantry, with quarry tiled flooring, plumbing for an automatic washing machine and space for fridge/freezer.
The first floor landing is worthy of particular attention, being spacious and with window to rear, but, more importantly, providing access to the huge loft space offering conversion possibilities (client plans available for inspection) and a large walk-in wardrobe cupboard which could be converted into a shower room. Bedroom one, a generous double with dual aspect, has numerous character features and bedroom two, ideal for guests has an en suite cloakroom. Bedroom three is a large dual aspect double and the remaining two bedrooms, both accommodate double beds. The stunning fully tiled family bathroom with marble floor has a white suite comprising free standing bath, double shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC.
The Outside - The gardens, measuring some 156‘ by 59‘ (47.77m x 18.13m) overall, are particularly noteworthy having been professionally designed and planted with feature patios and pathways, a sunken Italian garden with pond, neat lawns and deep well-stocked shrub beds and borders. There are productive fruit trees, native deciduous ‘trained‘ specimens and dwarf topiary, all combining to provide ‘secret‘ garden areas and shaded seating. There is a children‘s play area and a useful potting shed.
Double gated access leads to hardstanding for three vehicles and the garage, which is detached, double size, with twin up and over doors and has pitched roof with eaves storage.
The Location - The thriving historic market town of Hitchin is noted for excellent mainline rail links to London and Cambridge and easy access to the road infrastructure via the A1(m). Top-performing schooling for all ages, including co-ed, single sex, independent and state, is a particular draw and Hitchin is surrounded by attractive countryside with extensive footpaths and bridleways.
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Full details for 5 Bedroom Detached For Sale in Hitchin
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Description
STUNNING DETACHED RESIDENCE OF CHARACTER & STYLE • LANDSCAPED GARDENS • DOUBLE GARAGE PLUS OFF-STREET PARKING • FINE LOCATIONThe Accommodation - Storm Porch • Entrance Hall • Cloakroom/WC • Sitting Room • Family or Dining Room • Study • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Pantry/Utility
Gallery Landing • Bedroom 1 • Bedroom 2 • Bedroom 3 • Bedroom 4 • Guest Bedroom 5 with en suite Cloakroom/WC • Family Bathroom
Integral Stores • Double Garage • Workshop/Studio
The Property - Dating from 1924 and constructed in the Arts & Crafts vernacular, this imposing detached residence occupies an elevated position on the western approaches to Hitchin town centre. A covered storm porch and solid oak panelled front door lead to the welcoming reception hall which retains many period features including tiled fireplace with carved surround, oak flooring, wall panelling and plate rack. To the rear there is a useful cloaks-hanging lobby and cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin. The bright and spacious sitting room is dual aspect with bay window to front and window to side. This lovely room is full of character with feature fireplace, cast iron solid fuel burner, built in storage cabinets and picture rail. Across the hallway is the family room, again dual aspect with bay window to front, feature brick fireplace, built in storage cabinets and parquet flooring, while the third reception room has rear and side aspect over the garden and attractive panelling, picture rail and built in cabinets. The family kitchen/dining room has double doors leading to the patio and twin windows to the side, creating a sunlit hub to this outstanding home. There is an excellent range of storage units and generous worksurfaces with inset sink unit extending to peninsula breakfast bar. Fitted appliances include, double oven, hob with extractor hood and plumbing for an automatic dishwasher. Other features include a fitted dresser unit and built in cabinets to the dining area and a walk-in pantry, with quarry tiled flooring, plumbing for an automatic washing machine and space for fridge/freezer.
The first floor landing is worthy of particular attention, being spacious and with window to rear, but, more importantly, providing access to the huge loft space offering conversion possibilities (client plans available for inspection) and a large walk-in wardrobe cupboard which could be converted into a shower room. Bedroom one, a generous double with dual aspect, has numerous character features and bedroom two, ideal for guests has an en suite cloakroom. Bedroom three is a large dual aspect double and the remaining two bedrooms, both accommodate double beds. The stunning fully tiled family bathroom with marble floor has a white suite comprising free standing bath, double shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC.
The Outside - The gardens, measuring some 156‘ by 59‘ (47.77m x 18.13m) overall, are particularly noteworthy having been professionally designed and planted with feature patios and pathways, a sunken Italian garden with pond, neat lawns and deep well-stocked shrub beds and borders. There are productive fruit trees, native deciduous ‘trained‘ specimens and dwarf topiary, all combining to provide ‘secret‘ garden areas and shaded seating. There is a children‘s play area and a useful potting shed.
Double gated access leads to hardstanding for three vehicles and the garage, which is detached, double size, with twin up and over doors and has pitched roof with eaves storage.
The Location - The thriving historic market town of Hitchin is noted for excellent mainline rail links to London and Cambridge and easy access to the road infrastructure via the A1(m). Top-performing schooling for all ages, including co-ed, single sex, independent and state, is a particular draw and Hitchin is surrounded by attractive countryside with extensive footpaths and bridleways.
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