A striking and highly individual detached five-double-bedroom home, showcasing mid-century and architectural design. Vaulted ceilings, walnut flooring and expansive picture windows combine to provide exceptional and luxurious open-plan contemporary living spaces that are flooded with natural light. In addition, the property offers potential for a self-contained annex with a separate, independent entrance. The accommodation is beautifully presented throughout and offers approximately 3,380 sq ft (314 sq m) of flexible living space. This includes a sitting room with a modern architectural fireplace, a superb Bulthaup fitted kitchen with expansive island, a bright triple-aspect breakfast room, dining room with an impressive vintage marble fireplace, and a triple-aspect garden room. Further ground floor spaces include a family room, shower room and cloakroom, utility room, bedroom four with wet area, bedroom five or study, and a storage or gym space. The utility, storage and gym space could be combined to provide an annex with its own front and back doors if so desired. An elegant staircase with glass balustrade leads to a stunning galleried library landing, an 18' 10" principal bedroom featuring wooden panelling and steps down to a generously proportioned en-suite bathroom and shower room, two further double bedrooms, and a family bathroom. Energy Rating: C The desirable residential area of Oaklands is situated 1.5 miles north east of Welwyn village & enjoys some wonderful borders onto woodland & access to fine country walks. The neighbourhood has a junior/mixed infant school and a parade of shops that include a sub post office, general convenience store, flower shop & butcher. Nearby Knebworth and Welwyn are vibrant working villages that have a wide range of additional amenities including doctor’s surgeries. The following times and distances are approximate as a guide only: London Kings Cross (32 minutes by rail via Knebworth and 29 mins by rail via WGC) Hertford 6.8 miles - WGC 4 miles - St Albans 12 miles - M25 14 Miles Luton airport just over 13 miles - Stansted airport 25 miles - Heathrow airport 36 miles A1M Junction (6) less than a mile away.