House For Sale £1,600,000
Exceptional canalside living.
Description
Backing directly on to the beautiful Grand Union Canal, yet nestled away just moments from town, this unique four double bedroom detached property enjoys the best of both worlds.
Located within a Conservation Area and curtilage listed, the property is both characterful and charming. Once part of the town's corn mill, mentioned in the Domesday book survey of 1086, this wonderful home is also steeped in history.
The property has recently undergone significant internal alterations, creating stunning light-filled interiors, with crisp, split-level accommodation designed for today’s way of living.
Inside, from the spacious entrance hall, there is a generous sitting room complete with attractive built-in storage and shelving. In the centre of hall is a large storage cupboard and stylish cloakroom.
To the far right hand side of the house, the well-appointed kitchen/dining/family room boasts a stunning exposed original lime mortar brick wall and oak timbers, thanks to its large windows and roof light, is bathed in natural light. The kitchen itself is contemporary in style with light grey wall and base units complemented by a white quartz worktop. The central island, houses storage cupboards underneath and a breakfast bar. French doors lead from the kitchen to the canalside garden.
All four bedrooms benefit from either views of the canal or the River Bulbourne.
The fabulous principal bedroom suite features a dressing room and en suite shower room, while an equally stylish family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. There is also a useful laundry/utility cupboard.
Outside, the landscaped garden is most delightful, wrapping around the house on two sides, and can be accessed from several areas. From the kitchen is a patio and well stocked, raised sleeper flower beds. There is a lawn with a beautiful Magnolia tree, together with an impressive decked area adjacent to the canal, complete with its own pizza oven; an ideal place to relax, enjoy the views and appreciate the wildlife and narrow boats that pass by.
The remaining portion of the garden accommodates a high-quality home-office.
To the front, there is a pretty entrance canopy, providing an additional seating area. Automated, private gated access leads from Bank Mill Lane to the main courtyard which is shared by three properties in all. Part of the courtyard is allocated as parking for the property.
Location
Berkhamsted itself is a busy market town, located to the West of Hertfordshire and just 30 minutes from London by train. Perhaps the town's most prominent role in National affairs came in 1066 when William the Conqueror was handed the English Crown. Berkhamsted Castle was built following the granting of the crown, and famous names associated with it include Geoffrey Chaucer who was Clerk of Works, and Thomas Becket who was Constable of the Castle in the 12th Century. Substantial ruins of the Castle still remain today.
Today, the town is highly desirable for commuters, with excellent transport links by road and rail. The mainline train station provides a regular and direct link to London Euston in a little over 30 minutes. Major road connections nearby include the M25 (J20) and the M1 (J8 and J9). The A41 dual carriageway runs to the South of the town, providing an excellent connection to Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Tring and Aylesbury.
There is a good range of leisure facilities in the area. There is walking and riding just minutes away in the surrounding countryside and on the National Trust's 5,000 acre Ashridge Estate, while nearby golf courses include Ashridge, Berkhamsted and The Grove. The area offers excellent schooling, including Berkhamsted School, founded in 1541, and Tring Park School for the Performing Arts.
Berkhamsted offers a wide range of shopping, from independent boutiques to national names such as Waitrose and M&S Simply Food. Milton Keynes and London are both easily accessible too.
Description
Backing directly on to the beautiful Grand Union Canal, yet nestled away just moments from town, this unique four double bedroom detached property enjoys the best of both worlds.
Located within a Conservation Area and curtilage listed, the property is both characterful and charming. Once part of the town's corn mill, mentioned in the Domesday book survey of 1086, this wonderful home is also steeped in history.
The property has recently undergone significant internal alterations, creating stunning light-filled interiors, with crisp, split-level accommodation designed for today’s way of living.
Inside, from the spacious entrance hall, there is a generous sitting room complete with attractive built-in storage and shelving. In the centre of hall is a large storage cupboard and stylish cloakroom.
To the far right hand side of the house, the well-appointed kitchen/dining/family room boasts a stunning exposed original lime mortar brick wall and oak timbers, thanks to its large windows and roof light, is bathed in natural light. The kitchen itself is contemporary in style with light grey wall and base units complemented by a white quartz worktop. The central island, houses storage cupboards underneath and a breakfast bar. French doors lead from the kitchen to the canalside garden.
All four bedrooms benefit from either views of the canal or the River Bulbourne.
The fabulous principal bedroom suite features a dressing room and en suite shower room, while an equally stylish family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. There is also a useful laundry/utility cupboard.
Outside, the landscaped garden is most delightful, wrapping around the house on two sides, and can be accessed from several areas. From the kitchen is a patio and well stocked, raised sleeper flower beds. There is a lawn with a beautiful Magnolia tree, together with an impressive decked area adjacent to the canal, complete with its own pizza oven; an ideal place to relax, enjoy the views and appreciate the wildlife and narrow boats that pass by.
The remaining portion of the garden accommodates a high-quality home-office.
To the front, there is a pretty entrance canopy, providing an additional seating area. Automated, private gated access leads from Bank Mill Lane to the main courtyard which is shared by three properties in all. Part of the courtyard is allocated as parking for the property.
Location
Berkhamsted itself is a busy market town, located to the West of Hertfordshire and just 30 minutes from London by train. Perhaps the town's most prominent role in National affairs came in 1066 when William the Conqueror was handed the English Crown. Berkhamsted Castle was built following the granting of the crown, and famous names associated with it include Geoffrey Chaucer who was Clerk of Works, and Thomas Becket who was Constable of the Castle in the 12th Century. Substantial ruins of the Castle still remain today.
Today, the town is highly desirable for commuters, with excellent transport links by road and rail. The mainline train station provides a regular and direct link to London Euston in a little over 30 minutes. Major road connections nearby include the M25 (J20) and the M1 (J8 and J9). The A41 dual carriageway runs to the South of the town, providing an excellent connection to Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Tring and Aylesbury.
There is a good range of leisure facilities in the area. There is walking and riding just minutes away in the surrounding countryside and on the National Trust's 5,000 acre Ashridge Estate, while nearby golf courses include Ashridge, Berkhamsted and The Grove. The area offers excellent schooling, including Berkhamsted School, founded in 1541, and Tring Park School for the Performing Arts.
Berkhamsted offers a wide range of shopping, from independent boutiques to national names such as Waitrose and M&S Simply Food. Milton Keynes and London are both easily accessible too.
