House For Sale £750,000
Constructed in 1914 as an extension to the clergy house commissioned by Rev. Thomas Pinnock during the Georgian era, the West Wing now stands as an elegant and stylish semi-rural residence within the historic estate of St Ibbs. This Grade II property is accessed via a gravel driveway, winding through enchanting tree-lined grounds that lead to a charming courtyard garden adorned with a well-established ornamental pond.
At the heart of the residence is a magnificent 30-foot first-floor living room featuring a raised open fireplace, complemented by a balcony perfect for pre-dinner drinks and connected to the garden via a spiral staircase. The master bedroom, located on the first floor adjacent to the family bathroom with both bath and shower, offers a comfortable retreat. The second floor hosts two additional bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom, and an extra balcony providing a serene outlook over the surrounding trees.
Externally, the property boasts picturesque and easily maintainable gardens, adorned with shrubs and flowering plants, as well as a dedicated parking area. On the opposite side of the driveway, a well-planned detached home office and spacious workshop stand, offering versatility and the potential for reinstatement as garaging (subject to necessary consents).
The parish of St Ippolyts & Gosmore provides convenient amenities such as a village store and pub, with additional gastropubs like the Farmhouse at Redcoats in close proximity. The highly regarded primary school in St Ippolyts adds to the appeal. Hitchin station, situated on the east coast mainline, ensures quick commutes, with a 28-minute journey to Kings Cross St Pancras and 33 minutes to Cambridge. The market town of Hitchin, within walking distance, is celebrated for its vibrant mix of independent shops, schools, pubs, restaurants, and diverse leisure and arts facilities, consistently earning it a spot on lists of the top 10 places to live in Britain.
