House For Sale £490,000
A fantastic opportunity to purchase this iconic Old Town cottage, situated just a stone's throw from the historic High Street. The Tower House is one of the most recognisable and most photographed properties in Stevenage, built in an arts and crafts style whilst designed by the local architect and historian, Edward Vincent Methold in 1895, forming a cluster of similar cottages, close to the corner of Church Lane and Walkern Road within the Old Town Conservation Area. The property is just a 15 minute walk to the railway station with fast direct trains to Kings Cross in approximately 23 minutes.
Detached from its neighbours The Tower House sits behind a most attractive black and white timbered exterior embossed with the original build date and Edwards initials with the iconic brick built conical tower enclosing the internal staircase giving the cottage is unique appearance and immense kerb appeal.
Further highlights include a private, low maintenance rear garden, paved frontage with attractive railings with on-street residents permit parking available immediately to the front of the cottage.
The conical tower houses the spiral staircase leading to two double bedrooms and a spacious four-piece bathroom on the first floor. The ground floor benefits from a modern extension with a feature part-vaulted sloping ceiling with Velux window and double glazed french doors opening to the garden providing a spacious and flexible arrangement of accommodation on the ground floor. There is a cottage style oak kitchen/breakfast room and a most comfortable lounge with exposed timbers and a feature open fireplace. A modern fitted downstairs shower room/wc adds a further practical benefit as does the UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating.
Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the individual nature of this character home.
Location
Stevenage comprises of both the New and Old Towns. The Historic High Street in the Old Town offers a good selection of shops, cafés/restaurants and public houses. The New Town provides a large pedestrianised shopping centre and retail parks together with the Gordon Craig Theatre, David Lloyd Health Club, Fairlands Valley Park and lakes, the Leisure Park with its restaurants, bars and night club, bowling alley and 16-screen Cineworld complex. Stevenage mainline railway station offers a fast and frequent rail service into London Kings Cross (23 mins) and the St Pancras International rail link to Europe. Both Luton and Stansted Airports are approximately 20 miles away.
The Accommodation Comprises
A composite double glazed leaded light front door opening to:
Reception Hallway
Housed within the conical tower featuring the spiral staircase rising to the first floor with an original substantial wooden newel post, radiator and three narrow vertical historical windows to the front elevation. Door to:
Lounge (4.55m x 3.29m)
Featuring the practical benefit of stylish oak effect ceramic floor tiles, exposed ceiling timbers with decorative exposed brickwork with two arched display recesses, a detailed cast iron open fireplace with a period wooden surround and mantle, dado rail, radiator and double glazed window to the front elevation. Door to:
Kitchen/Breakfast Room (5.61m x 2.13m)
Occupying the full width of the cottage, fitted to one end with a comprehensive range of period style oak base and eye level units and drawers complemented by wooden effect work surfaces with white tiled splashbacks laid in a brick pattern with under-unit lighting and corner display shelving. A range of appliances include an integrated washer/dryer, under-counter fridge and a freestanding dishwasher. A Rangemaster dual fuel range oven with both electric and gas ovens, electric grille and five gas burners including a griddle with a black splashback and matching Rangemaster black extractor hood. Continuation of wooden effect ceramic floor tiles, flat panelled contemporary style vertical radiator, wall lights, cupboard housing wall mounted gas fired boiler, space for breakfast table, double glazed window to the rear elevation and a wide square archway opening to the family/dining room creating a light open-plan feel to the ground floor accommodation. Door to:
Downstairs Shower Room/WC (2.31m x 1.18m)
The cottage benefits from the practical advantage of a shower room situated on the ground floor comprising a white suite including a low level wc and vanity hand wash basin with chrome mixer tap and wooden grain vanity cupboard below. Walk-in shower cubicle with chrome shower. Natural stone fully tiled walls, wooden effect flooring laid in herringbone pattern, heated towel rail and double glazed window to the side elevation.
Dining/Family Room (3.59m x 3.55m)
The cottage has been extended to the rear to provide a well proportioned open-plan family/dining room featuring a part-vaulted sloping ceiling with a sealed unit double glazed Velux window to the rear elevation with fitted blind. Double glazed window to the rear elevation with double glazed french doors opening to the side. Wall lights, second flat panelled contemporary vertical radiator and continuation of wooden effect ceramic floor tiles. Ample space for family sized dining table.
First Floor Landing
Doors to:
Bedroom One (3.22m x 3.2m)
A double room situated to the front of the cottage with a radiator and a fully opening double glazed window to the front elevation with measurements including a comprehensive range of built-in wardrobes with further eye level cupboards situated above the double bed recess.
Bedroom Two (3.54m x 2.88m)
A further double room featuring wooden laminate flooring, radiator and double glazed window to the rear elevation. Access to the loft space with ladder.
Bathroom (3.49m x 2.64m)
Formerly a third bedroom, now a spacious bathroom fitted with a white four-piece suite finished with decorative wooden panelled walls and complementary tiling whilst featuring a wooden panelled bath, low level wc, recessed pedestal hand wash basin and a separate walk-in shower cubicle with fitted shower. Measurements include the airing cupboard with linen shelves, radiator and double glazed windows to both the rear and side elevations.
Outside Front
The property is set back from the Lane behind an attractive paved front garden, part enclosed by dwarf boundary walls with attractive wrought iron hooped railings. The pathway extends to the storm porch and front door with brass bell. Wide shared gated access leading to the rear garden.
Rear Garden
Enjoying a private aspect with low maintenance tiered paving with raised beds, enclosed by a combination of wooden panelled fencing and brick retaining walls. Wide gated access to the front of the property. Wooden garden shed to one corner, brick built coal store, outside tap and security light.
Parking
Residents permit parking situated to the front of the property. Further details upon request.
Tenure, Council Tax And EPC
The Tenure of this property is freehold.
The Council Tax Band is to be advised.
The EPC Rating is to be advised.
Viewing Information
Viewing is strictly by appointment only through Putterills of Hertfordshire, through whom all negotiations should be conducted.
Disclaimer
Putterills endeavour to maintain accurate depictions of properties in virtual tours, floor plans and descriptions, however, these are intended only as a guide and intended purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection.
Money laundering regulations: Prior to a sale being agreed, prospective purchasers will be required to produce identification documents. Your co-operation with this, in order to comply with Money Laundering regulations, will be appreciated and assist with the smooth progression of the sale.
Fixtures & fittings: All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All others are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.
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Mr Adrian Murphy, Independent Mortgage Advice Bureau, Kestrel House, Rookery Yard, Stevenage, SG1 3EE.
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Detached from its neighbours The Tower House sits behind a most attractive black and white timbered exterior embossed with the original build date and Edwards initials with the iconic brick built conical tower enclosing the internal staircase giving the cottage is unique appearance and immense kerb appeal.
Further highlights include a private, low maintenance rear garden, paved frontage with attractive railings with on-street residents permit parking available immediately to the front of the cottage.
The conical tower houses the spiral staircase leading to two double bedrooms and a spacious four-piece bathroom on the first floor. The ground floor benefits from a modern extension with a feature part-vaulted sloping ceiling with Velux window and double glazed french doors opening to the garden providing a spacious and flexible arrangement of accommodation on the ground floor. There is a cottage style oak kitchen/breakfast room and a most comfortable lounge with exposed timbers and a feature open fireplace. A modern fitted downstairs shower room/wc adds a further practical benefit as does the UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating.
Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the individual nature of this character home.
Location
Stevenage comprises of both the New and Old Towns. The Historic High Street in the Old Town offers a good selection of shops, cafés/restaurants and public houses. The New Town provides a large pedestrianised shopping centre and retail parks together with the Gordon Craig Theatre, David Lloyd Health Club, Fairlands Valley Park and lakes, the Leisure Park with its restaurants, bars and night club, bowling alley and 16-screen Cineworld complex. Stevenage mainline railway station offers a fast and frequent rail service into London Kings Cross (23 mins) and the St Pancras International rail link to Europe. Both Luton and Stansted Airports are approximately 20 miles away.
The Accommodation Comprises
A composite double glazed leaded light front door opening to:
Reception Hallway
Housed within the conical tower featuring the spiral staircase rising to the first floor with an original substantial wooden newel post, radiator and three narrow vertical historical windows to the front elevation. Door to:
Lounge (4.55m x 3.29m)
Featuring the practical benefit of stylish oak effect ceramic floor tiles, exposed ceiling timbers with decorative exposed brickwork with two arched display recesses, a detailed cast iron open fireplace with a period wooden surround and mantle, dado rail, radiator and double glazed window to the front elevation. Door to:
Kitchen/Breakfast Room (5.61m x 2.13m)
Occupying the full width of the cottage, fitted to one end with a comprehensive range of period style oak base and eye level units and drawers complemented by wooden effect work surfaces with white tiled splashbacks laid in a brick pattern with under-unit lighting and corner display shelving. A range of appliances include an integrated washer/dryer, under-counter fridge and a freestanding dishwasher. A Rangemaster dual fuel range oven with both electric and gas ovens, electric grille and five gas burners including a griddle with a black splashback and matching Rangemaster black extractor hood. Continuation of wooden effect ceramic floor tiles, flat panelled contemporary style vertical radiator, wall lights, cupboard housing wall mounted gas fired boiler, space for breakfast table, double glazed window to the rear elevation and a wide square archway opening to the family/dining room creating a light open-plan feel to the ground floor accommodation. Door to:
Downstairs Shower Room/WC (2.31m x 1.18m)
The cottage benefits from the practical advantage of a shower room situated on the ground floor comprising a white suite including a low level wc and vanity hand wash basin with chrome mixer tap and wooden grain vanity cupboard below. Walk-in shower cubicle with chrome shower. Natural stone fully tiled walls, wooden effect flooring laid in herringbone pattern, heated towel rail and double glazed window to the side elevation.
Dining/Family Room (3.59m x 3.55m)
The cottage has been extended to the rear to provide a well proportioned open-plan family/dining room featuring a part-vaulted sloping ceiling with a sealed unit double glazed Velux window to the rear elevation with fitted blind. Double glazed window to the rear elevation with double glazed french doors opening to the side. Wall lights, second flat panelled contemporary vertical radiator and continuation of wooden effect ceramic floor tiles. Ample space for family sized dining table.
First Floor Landing
Doors to:
Bedroom One (3.22m x 3.2m)
A double room situated to the front of the cottage with a radiator and a fully opening double glazed window to the front elevation with measurements including a comprehensive range of built-in wardrobes with further eye level cupboards situated above the double bed recess.
Bedroom Two (3.54m x 2.88m)
A further double room featuring wooden laminate flooring, radiator and double glazed window to the rear elevation. Access to the loft space with ladder.
Bathroom (3.49m x 2.64m)
Formerly a third bedroom, now a spacious bathroom fitted with a white four-piece suite finished with decorative wooden panelled walls and complementary tiling whilst featuring a wooden panelled bath, low level wc, recessed pedestal hand wash basin and a separate walk-in shower cubicle with fitted shower. Measurements include the airing cupboard with linen shelves, radiator and double glazed windows to both the rear and side elevations.
Outside Front
The property is set back from the Lane behind an attractive paved front garden, part enclosed by dwarf boundary walls with attractive wrought iron hooped railings. The pathway extends to the storm porch and front door with brass bell. Wide shared gated access leading to the rear garden.
Rear Garden
Enjoying a private aspect with low maintenance tiered paving with raised beds, enclosed by a combination of wooden panelled fencing and brick retaining walls. Wide gated access to the front of the property. Wooden garden shed to one corner, brick built coal store, outside tap and security light.
Parking
Residents permit parking situated to the front of the property. Further details upon request.
Tenure, Council Tax And EPC
The Tenure of this property is freehold.
The Council Tax Band is to be advised.
The EPC Rating is to be advised.
Viewing Information
Viewing is strictly by appointment only through Putterills of Hertfordshire, through whom all negotiations should be conducted.
Disclaimer
Putterills endeavour to maintain accurate depictions of properties in virtual tours, floor plans and descriptions, however, these are intended only as a guide and intended purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection.
Money laundering regulations: Prior to a sale being agreed, prospective purchasers will be required to produce identification documents. Your co-operation with this, in order to comply with Money Laundering regulations, will be appreciated and assist with the smooth progression of the sale.
Fixtures & fittings: All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All others are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.
Stay Connected
Web:
Twitter @ PutterillsEA
Facebook - Putterills Stevenage
Instagram - Putterills Stevenage
Need A Mortgage?
Talk to our Independent Adviser who will pleased to discuss options with you.
Mr Adrian Murphy, Independent Mortgage Advice Bureau, Kestrel House, Rookery Yard, Stevenage, SG1 3EE.
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