2 bed Flat For Sale £575,000
A stunning town centre ground floor luxury apartment for the over 55's which is presented in first class decorative order and benefits from two bedrooms, two bathrooms and two reception rooms'
The Development
Built on the site of the former police station in Berkhamsted High Street, Birch Place is an exclusive gated development comprising 21 elegant two and three-bedroom apartments along with 2 three-bedroom houses, designed exclusively for the over 55s.
These recently constructed homes have been built according to Beechcroft's principle of creating homes with generously-proportioned living space but with fewer bedrooms than one would expect to find in a mainstream' home of a similar size.
Each is energy-efficient, easy to maintain and features the high quality fixtures and fittings that have earned Beechcroft
an enviable reputation over the last three decades.
The majority of apartments provide large dining halls and outside space in the form of either a terrace or a balcony
and some have Juliet balconies which also allow light and fresh air to flood into the interior.
The Location
Berkhamsted is one of the gateway towns to the 173-mile Chilterns Cycle Way which takes in some of the area's stunning
panoramic views. The town is also the starting point for a cycle trail which travels north, passing pretty villages, Berkhamsted
Common and the Ashridge Estate as well as providing views from the top of the Chilterns escarpment at Whipsnade. Ivinghoe Beacon, close to Ashridge, is home to the Bridgewater Monument and provides superb views over the surrounding countryside.
The Ashridge Estate, run by the National Trust, provides 5,000 acres of common, woodlands and chalk downland. The estate
also provides a rich backdrop for the annual Chilterns Countryside Festival held in September which demonstrates countryside
activities, crafts and wildlife. With local produce stalls, craft displays and forestry demonstrations, there's plenty to enjoy.
For those who prefer to experience the stunning countryside, Berkhamsted's Waterways Walk starts at the station and follows the course of the River Bulbourne and the Grand Union Canal which runs through the town. The Boat, a waterside pub, is enough to tempt visitors to stray off the trail' and rest on the terrace or, in winter, beside the fire.
The High Street - On Your Doorstep!
The long High Street plays host to a diverse range of independent and well-known retailers such as Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Boots The Chemist, wh Smith and Tesco. If you're shopping for food and drink, there are also several convenience stores, a couple of bakeries and a wine merchant. Everything you'll need on a daily basis is on hand and more. There's a post office, card and gift shops, a music shop and a florist. Many of the leading banks have branches in Berkhamsted and these sit alongside boutiques, shoe shops, hairdressing salons, barber shops and beauty salons. In the High Street, you'll also find chemists, opticians, osteopaths, chiropractors and an acupuncturist as well as dental surgeries and a medical practise.
On Fridays, there's an antique market, on Saturdays, a traditional street market and a farmers' market on the third Sunday of every month. For lunch or dinner, there's plenty of choice from good local pubs to restaurants such as The Highway Man,
Caffe Uno, Ask and Pizza Express or The Gatsby, The Olive Tree and the Fat Buddhas.
If you're meeting friends for morning coffee or afternoon tea, there are several cafes including the awardwinning
House of High Tea, which offers home-made cakes and a wonderful range of teas and coffees.
Berkhamsted even has its own food and drink festival The Taste of Berkhamsted showcasing great local produce with food
stalls, live cooking demonstrations, vintage tea tent, tastings, beer tent and live music.
Transport Connections
By car
Berkhamsted may be accessed via the A41, junction 20 of the M25 and M40 junction 9.
By rail
From the mainline railway station, approximately ¼ mile away, there are fast and direct rail links to
London Euston with a journey time of approximately 30 minutes.
By air
Luton Airport is approximately 18 miles away.
By bus
Berkhamsted is on the Aylesbury to Watford bus route via Tring which calls at Hemel Hempstead, Kings Langley and Watford.
Agents Information For Buyers
Br>Please be aware, should you wish to make an offer for this property, we will require the following information before we enter negotiations:
1. Completed Confirmation of Offer Form.
2. We will require documentary evidence to support your methods of funding e.g. Bank statements, accountant/solicitor letter, mortgage agreement in principle.
Should your offer be accepted will require from all purchasers:
1. Copies of your Passport as photo identification.
2. Copy of a recent utility bill/photo card driving License as proof of address.
Unfortunately we will not be able to progress any proposed purchase until we are in receipt of this information.
The Development
Built on the site of the former police station in Berkhamsted High Street, Birch Place is an exclusive gated development comprising 21 elegant two and three-bedroom apartments along with 2 three-bedroom houses, designed exclusively for the over 55s.
These recently constructed homes have been built according to Beechcroft's principle of creating homes with generously-proportioned living space but with fewer bedrooms than one would expect to find in a mainstream' home of a similar size.
Each is energy-efficient, easy to maintain and features the high quality fixtures and fittings that have earned Beechcroft
an enviable reputation over the last three decades.
The majority of apartments provide large dining halls and outside space in the form of either a terrace or a balcony
and some have Juliet balconies which also allow light and fresh air to flood into the interior.
The Location
Berkhamsted is one of the gateway towns to the 173-mile Chilterns Cycle Way which takes in some of the area's stunning
panoramic views. The town is also the starting point for a cycle trail which travels north, passing pretty villages, Berkhamsted
Common and the Ashridge Estate as well as providing views from the top of the Chilterns escarpment at Whipsnade. Ivinghoe Beacon, close to Ashridge, is home to the Bridgewater Monument and provides superb views over the surrounding countryside.
The Ashridge Estate, run by the National Trust, provides 5,000 acres of common, woodlands and chalk downland. The estate
also provides a rich backdrop for the annual Chilterns Countryside Festival held in September which demonstrates countryside
activities, crafts and wildlife. With local produce stalls, craft displays and forestry demonstrations, there's plenty to enjoy.
For those who prefer to experience the stunning countryside, Berkhamsted's Waterways Walk starts at the station and follows the course of the River Bulbourne and the Grand Union Canal which runs through the town. The Boat, a waterside pub, is enough to tempt visitors to stray off the trail' and rest on the terrace or, in winter, beside the fire.
The High Street - On Your Doorstep!
The long High Street plays host to a diverse range of independent and well-known retailers such as Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Boots The Chemist, wh Smith and Tesco. If you're shopping for food and drink, there are also several convenience stores, a couple of bakeries and a wine merchant. Everything you'll need on a daily basis is on hand and more. There's a post office, card and gift shops, a music shop and a florist. Many of the leading banks have branches in Berkhamsted and these sit alongside boutiques, shoe shops, hairdressing salons, barber shops and beauty salons. In the High Street, you'll also find chemists, opticians, osteopaths, chiropractors and an acupuncturist as well as dental surgeries and a medical practise.
On Fridays, there's an antique market, on Saturdays, a traditional street market and a farmers' market on the third Sunday of every month. For lunch or dinner, there's plenty of choice from good local pubs to restaurants such as The Highway Man,
Caffe Uno, Ask and Pizza Express or The Gatsby, The Olive Tree and the Fat Buddhas.
If you're meeting friends for morning coffee or afternoon tea, there are several cafes including the awardwinning
House of High Tea, which offers home-made cakes and a wonderful range of teas and coffees.
Berkhamsted even has its own food and drink festival The Taste of Berkhamsted showcasing great local produce with food
stalls, live cooking demonstrations, vintage tea tent, tastings, beer tent and live music.
Transport Connections
By car
Berkhamsted may be accessed via the A41, junction 20 of the M25 and M40 junction 9.
By rail
From the mainline railway station, approximately ¼ mile away, there are fast and direct rail links to
London Euston with a journey time of approximately 30 minutes.
By air
Luton Airport is approximately 18 miles away.
By bus
Berkhamsted is on the Aylesbury to Watford bus route via Tring which calls at Hemel Hempstead, Kings Langley and Watford.
Agents Information For Buyers
Br>Please be aware, should you wish to make an offer for this property, we will require the following information before we enter negotiations:
1. Completed Confirmation of Offer Form.
2. We will require documentary evidence to support your methods of funding e.g. Bank statements, accountant/solicitor letter, mortgage agreement in principle.
Should your offer be accepted will require from all purchasers:
1. Copies of your Passport as photo identification.
2. Copy of a recent utility bill/photo card driving License as proof of address.
Unfortunately we will not be able to progress any proposed purchase until we are in receipt of this information.
