An exceptional example of a thoughtfully designed and extended Victorian two/three bedroom semi-detached cottage presented in immaculate condition throughout combining period features with contemporary fixtures and fittings creating a stylish home of considerable distinction. Highlights of the accommodation include a stunning open plan kitchen/dining/family room featuring a comprehensive range of kitchen units, integrated appliances and a substantial island whilst space remains for additional sofas and a dining table whilst a bank of bi-folding doors creates a seamless link to the private, landscaped rear garden. The visually impressive first-floor bathroom features both a freestanding bath and a double shower cubicle whilst further practical benefits include gas fired central heating, three air-conditioning units and double glazing with a substantial block paved driveway providing ample off road parking. The ground floor accommodation has been thoughtfully extended creating an independent home office which could also be used as a ground floor bedroom. In full the accommodation comprises a wide welcoming reception hallway with a feature oak staircase with glazed balustrades rising to the first floor, a stylish re-fitted downstairs cloakroom/WC, a most comfortable lounge with a feature corner fireplace and wooden panelling, a fantastic open plan kitchen/dining/family room, home office/third bedroom with a second set of bi-folding doors opening to the landscaped rear garden. A generous first floor landing leading to double bedrooms both of which feature bespoke wardrobes and a four piece family bathroom. The property is conveniently situated within the heart of the Old Town, just a short walk from the historic High Street and the mainline train station beyond with fast direct links to Kings Cross in approximately 25 minutes. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the individual nature and exceptional condition of this period home.

LOCATION
Stevenage comprises both the New and Old Towns and is conveniently situated within easy access of the A1(M) offering easy access to London, the M25 and also to the North. Local road links provide access to adjacent towns including Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock, Welwyn Garden City and Hertford. Stevenage is currently undergoing a £1 billion Regeneration Plan. The initial plan will include the development covering 14.5 acres of the town centre and introducing 11 new buildings including residential, leisure, community, commercial and retail facilities. The Historic High Street in the Old Town offers a good selection of shops, cafés/restaurants, public houses, a Library and two GP Surgeries. In addition, the area is well served by Lister Hospital and a good selection of local primary and secondary schools. The New Town currently provides a large pedestrianised shopping centre and retail parks together with the Gordon Craig Theatre, David Lloyd Health Club, the Leisure Park with its restaurants, bars and nightclub, bowling alley and 16-screen Cineworld complex. Fairlands Valley Park and lakes are nearby. Stevenage mainline railway station offers a fast and frequent rail service into London King’s 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

VESTIBULE
An attractive introduction to this period home with a slate tiled roof supported by green oak beams and low brick retaining walls. Double glazed composite entrance door to:

RECEPTION HALLWAY
Finished with stylish oak flooring complemented by an attractive staircase rising to the first floor with oak handrail, newel post and glazed balustrades. Central heating thermostat, radiator, downlighters, and a glazed window to the side elevation. Oak panelled, latched and braced doors opening to:

DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM/WC
Fitted with a modern suite comprising of a low-level WC with concealed cistern with a push button flush, vanity handwash basin with mixer tap and cupboard below, flat panelled chrome towel radiator, polished porcelain floor and wall tiles with concealed feature lighting. Cupboard housing the gas-fired boiler and consumer unit with a further utility cupboard to the side and a double glazed window to the front elevation.

LOUNGE 4.9m x 3.8m
A most comfortable room featuring attractive wooden panelled walls, Welsh dresser and wall shelves with concealed mood lighting. Continuation of the oak flooring, a feature corner fireplace with limestone surround and a travertine mosaic tiled hearth with an inset living flame gas fire, downlighters and double glazed window to the front elevation.

KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY ROOM 5.70m x 5.70m
A particular highlight of the property is the vast open plan, visually impressive room combining both seating and dining areas with a comprehensive range of sleek ivory coloured matt base and eye-level units and drawers with brushed brass detailing and concealed lighting finished with starburst, square edged Blanco granite worksurfaces with matching cooker splashback and feature brick effect tiling. The kitchen extends to a matching island with an inset sink unit and mixer tap. A range of integrated appliances include a drinks fridge, stainless steel and glazed double oven with touch sensitive ceramic hob with extractor canopy above, a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Polished porcelain floor tiles, feature double glazed bay window to the side elevation with window seat and concealed storage, downlighters, part-vaulted ceiling, and a bank of graphite grey bi-folding doors across the width of the room creating a seamless link between the property and the landscaped rear garden.

STUDY/BEDROOM THREE 3.40m x 2.20m
An additional, versatile reception room currently used as a hobby room which can easily be adapted for use as a ground floor third bedroom or home office. Independent access currently from matching graphite grey bi-folding doors opening from the garden whilst access from the property could easily be created by adding a door from the kitchen/dining/family room. Wall mounted air conditioning unit, built in base and eye level units, and a double glazed window to the front elevation.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Continuation of oak handrail, newel posts and glazed balustrades, radiator, central heating thermostat, wall mounted air conditioning unit, downlighters, access to the loft space and a double glazed window to the side elevation. Oak panelled, latched and braced doors to:

BEDROOM ONE 3.50m x 3.34m
A comfortable double room with measurements excluding a comprehensive range of bespoke built in wardrobes, radiator, and a double glazed window to the front elevation.

BEDROOM TWO 3.50m x 3.30m
A further double bedroom with accent wooden panelled wall, with a further bespoke range of built in wardrobes with matching dressing table, pretty cast iron fireplace with wooden surround and mantel, radiator, and a double glazed window to the rear elevation.

FAMILY BATHROOM 3.50m x 2.29m
A visually impressive room featuring a double width walk in shower enclosure with overhead dual valve rain shower, freestanding double ended bath with wall mounted waterfall mixer tap. A low level WC with push button flush, vanity handwash basin with mixer tap and cupboard below, illuminated vanity mirror, and shaver point. A traditional chrome heated towel radiator, polished porcelain floor and wall tiles with contrasting mosaic tiled alcoves. Double glazed window to the side elevation.

OUTSIDE

FRONT
The property is set back from the road behind deep frontage, including a level, curved raised lawn with a wrap around block paved driveway providing off road parking for several vehicles leading to the vestibule and entrance door with side gated access to the landscaped rear garden.

REAR GARDEN
A particular highlight of the property is the low maintenance landscaped, private rear garden enjoying a sunny aspect. A substantial grey porcelain curved patio with raised artificial lawn beyond, well stocked borders, wooden summerhouse (3.20m x 2.29m) to one corner, enclosed by wooden panelled fencing with outside power and feature lighting. Side gated access to the front of the property.

TENURE, COUNCIL TAX AND EPC
The Tenure of this Property is: Freehold
The Local Authority is: Stevenage
The Council Tax Band: D (£2,392 Per Year)
The EPC Rating is: E

VIEWING INFORMATION
Viewing is strictly by appointment only through Putterills of Hertfordshire, through whom all negotiations should be conducted.

DISCLAIMER
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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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