House For Sale £750,000
Station Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4

Canalside tranquillity, with the convenience of the town and station just moments away.

Description

This deceptively spacious townhouse is beautifully positioned to take full advantage of its wonderful canalside setting, while the convenience of the town centre and train station are just moments away by foot.

Tastefully decorated, this elegant home is a fine blend of period chic and versatile contemporary living accommodation. Arranged over four floors, the property offers plenty of space and retains attractive period fireplaces, picture rails and stripped wood flooring.

On the ground floor, the beautiful sitting room has an impressive bay window and leads through to a good size dining room, complete with its own eye-catching exposed brick fireplace. From the dining room, and of particular note, is the glazed door that takes you out to the pretty balcony, boasting beautiful canalside views.

To the rear of the house, the kitchen is light and bright, fitted with modern units and complemented by a black granite worktop and breakfast bar.

Upstairs, on the first floor, there are two bedrooms, one with views of the canal, the other with large bay window. The sizeable family bathroom is beautifully appointed and decorated in muted tones.

Up again, and something of a unique feature, is the stunning, contemporary glass dormer; not only does it allow natural light to flood through, it also offers spectacular rooftop views of Berkhamsted. From here, you will also find a third bedroom, with multiple skylights, and storage in the eaves.

This lovely home also benefits from a lower ground floor providing still further accommodation, or which could be used as an annexe if preferred. It has a double bedroom, family room, utility and shower room, and it even has its own access out to the rear terrace too, from where a gate takes you directly onto the canal towpath.

Location

Berkhamsted is an affluent commuter town, attracting people from all over the country with its perfect blend of amenities and countryside. Providing a haven from the madding crowd, but offering just the right balance of hustle and bustle to make it a vibrant and thriving place in which to live, the local area has much to offer, from historic roots to acres of nearby open spaces, many deemed Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Modern Berkhamsted began to expand after the canal and the railway were built in the 19th century. However, its historic roots can be traced back to 1066 when William the Conqueror became King and the magnificent Berkhamsted Castle was built for him, substantial ruins still remain today just a short walk from the town centre.

Located on the western edge of Hertfordshire and bordering on Buckinghamshire, the town is in close proximity to the Chiltern Hills, the National Trust’s Ashridge Forest, and the Grand Union Canal, making it ideal for dog lovers, ramblers and cyclists. In the High Street itself, you can enjoy browsing the eclectic range of independent shops and bustling markets on a Wednesday and Saturday, and take advantage of the many charming coffee shops, restaurants and traditional pubs.

Another reason for Berkhamsted’s enduring popularity is the quality of education to be had in the town. The prestigious, independent Berkhamsted School, plus the many highly acclaimed state schools from primary to secondary, provide a wonderful learning environment for all ages. While for the performing arts, there is the world-renowned Tring Park School in nearby Tring, just 5 miles away. Across the county boundary to Buckinghamshire, there is even the opportunity for children to take the 11+ for admission to the county’s grammar schools.

Excellent transport links for commuters makes Berkhamsted an obvious choice. The town perfectly combines convenient connections to the capital and beyond, with its own train station offering direct access to London Euston in under 40 minutes and easy access to major road networks via the A41 and M25.