House For Sale £1,100,000
Jon-Paul Brampton presents......White Lady Cottage, 17th Century charm in the tranquillity of St. Margaret’s.
Dating back in parts to the early 17th Century this inspiring Grade II listed character home offers a wealth of charm and an utterly peaceful location. Situated in the hamlet of St. Margaret’s, Great Gaddesden, this no-through lane lies on the edge of the Chilterns in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers a truly scenic outlook and peaceful ambience rarely found.
The property offers tremendous frontage, sitting far back from the lane, with particularly mature borders and screening. There is a gravel laid driveway allowing parking for numerous vehicles which is securely gated from the front garden. A wooden garage, and additional garden shed provide generous external storage.
The house itself speaks loudly of its history, with charm and period features in abundance. On entering the front door, the York flagstone flooring creates a farmhouse feel, and a wide hallway leads in both directions to a drawing room to one flank, and a family room to the other. Here are the oldest and most original parts of the house, with wooden beamed ceilings and walls. Large open fireplaces set the scene for enjoying cosy nights in with the family.
The York flagstone floor continues into the kitchen/diner set at the back of the property, including a Rayburn, which handles all hot water and heating (and cooking if you so please). There is ample space to dine and a well-equipped range of walnut and gloss in-frame cupboards with Caesarstone work surface. Integrated appliances include a ceramic hob, built-in oven, fridge-freezer and InSinkErator steaming hot and filtered cold water side tap, plus space for a dishwasher and washer/dryer. The kitchen/diner also benefits from underfloor heating.
An oak-frame orangery-style extension creates a wonderful space to relax and enjoy the green outlook, whilst a downstairs WC and shower room adds convenience.
On the first floor there are three double bedrooms, and a single bedroom/study. They are all serviced by a three-piece bathroom with a large clawfoot bath, and built-in floor to ceiling cupboard. The character of the bedrooms is awe-inspiring with wooden beams galore, and vaulted ceilings in two of them. They are all practical with fitted storage, modern spaces, and all benefit from stunning outlooks. From the upstairs landing, a fitted loft ladder provides access to a large attic space (which could be utilised as living space STPP).
White lady Cottage sits in a third of an acre plot, which wraps around three sides of the property, with a wonderful mix of mature borders, flower beds and large lawns. Herringbone brick paths lead to the back of the property and up to a raised flagstone terrace and a simply stunning newly refurbished annexe.
Superbly converted from former brick outbuildings, it now comprises a fully self-contained home. Arranged with its own private terrace screened from the main house, there are stylish aluminium French doors leading into the main open plan living, dining and kitchen area. A sleek modern kitchen houses everything one would expect, as does the modern fitted en-suite shower room. The main double bedroom is large and utterly charming. Large beams and period detailing create a wonderful space, and ladder steps up to a mezzanine level provides an additional storage or sleeping area. There’s also a utility closet with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A large attic space with fitted loft ladder is easily accessible. The current owners rent this annexe out as a successful AirBNB.
For older children, multi-generational living, live-in help or an income stream, this annexe is a wonderful addition to what is a truly charming home. But please don’t just take my word for it. Browse the photos, watch the video, and if you think it could be the next home for you then please get in touch.
The amenities of historic market town Berkhamsted are within extremely easy reach, where you'll find access to Waitrose, M&S and Tesco supermarkets, as well a huge number of cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and pubs. Award winning gastro pub, The Alford Arms, is a delightful cross-country walk away, as is the National Trust Ashridge Estate. For transport links, Berkhamsted Station is a short drive and will get you into London Euston within 35 minutes. By road there is the A41 bypass which provides easy access to the M25. If it is Schooling you require, there are very good primary schools nearby in Great Gaddesden, Little Gaddesden and Potten End, as well as independent Beechwood Park School. And state and independent secondary schools are just a short drive away in Berkhamsted and Hemel Hempstead.
Dating back in parts to the early 17th Century this inspiring Grade II listed character home offers a wealth of charm and an utterly peaceful location. Situated in the hamlet of St. Margaret’s, Great Gaddesden, this no-through lane lies on the edge of the Chilterns in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers a truly scenic outlook and peaceful ambience rarely found.
The property offers tremendous frontage, sitting far back from the lane, with particularly mature borders and screening. There is a gravel laid driveway allowing parking for numerous vehicles which is securely gated from the front garden. A wooden garage, and additional garden shed provide generous external storage.
The house itself speaks loudly of its history, with charm and period features in abundance. On entering the front door, the York flagstone flooring creates a farmhouse feel, and a wide hallway leads in both directions to a drawing room to one flank, and a family room to the other. Here are the oldest and most original parts of the house, with wooden beamed ceilings and walls. Large open fireplaces set the scene for enjoying cosy nights in with the family.
The York flagstone floor continues into the kitchen/diner set at the back of the property, including a Rayburn, which handles all hot water and heating (and cooking if you so please). There is ample space to dine and a well-equipped range of walnut and gloss in-frame cupboards with Caesarstone work surface. Integrated appliances include a ceramic hob, built-in oven, fridge-freezer and InSinkErator steaming hot and filtered cold water side tap, plus space for a dishwasher and washer/dryer. The kitchen/diner also benefits from underfloor heating.
An oak-frame orangery-style extension creates a wonderful space to relax and enjoy the green outlook, whilst a downstairs WC and shower room adds convenience.
On the first floor there are three double bedrooms, and a single bedroom/study. They are all serviced by a three-piece bathroom with a large clawfoot bath, and built-in floor to ceiling cupboard. The character of the bedrooms is awe-inspiring with wooden beams galore, and vaulted ceilings in two of them. They are all practical with fitted storage, modern spaces, and all benefit from stunning outlooks. From the upstairs landing, a fitted loft ladder provides access to a large attic space (which could be utilised as living space STPP).
White lady Cottage sits in a third of an acre plot, which wraps around three sides of the property, with a wonderful mix of mature borders, flower beds and large lawns. Herringbone brick paths lead to the back of the property and up to a raised flagstone terrace and a simply stunning newly refurbished annexe.
Superbly converted from former brick outbuildings, it now comprises a fully self-contained home. Arranged with its own private terrace screened from the main house, there are stylish aluminium French doors leading into the main open plan living, dining and kitchen area. A sleek modern kitchen houses everything one would expect, as does the modern fitted en-suite shower room. The main double bedroom is large and utterly charming. Large beams and period detailing create a wonderful space, and ladder steps up to a mezzanine level provides an additional storage or sleeping area. There’s also a utility closet with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A large attic space with fitted loft ladder is easily accessible. The current owners rent this annexe out as a successful AirBNB.
For older children, multi-generational living, live-in help or an income stream, this annexe is a wonderful addition to what is a truly charming home. But please don’t just take my word for it. Browse the photos, watch the video, and if you think it could be the next home for you then please get in touch.
The amenities of historic market town Berkhamsted are within extremely easy reach, where you'll find access to Waitrose, M&S and Tesco supermarkets, as well a huge number of cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and pubs. Award winning gastro pub, The Alford Arms, is a delightful cross-country walk away, as is the National Trust Ashridge Estate. For transport links, Berkhamsted Station is a short drive and will get you into London Euston within 35 minutes. By road there is the A41 bypass which provides easy access to the M25. If it is Schooling you require, there are very good primary schools nearby in Great Gaddesden, Little Gaddesden and Potten End, as well as independent Beechwood Park School. And state and independent secondary schools are just a short drive away in Berkhamsted and Hemel Hempstead.
