Stunning Grade II* listed home in the heart of Kings Langley offering over 5,400 sq ft of accommodation on a plot of about 1.06 acre.

Description

This beautiful period home has Jacobean origins with a Georgian façade and has been extended over time to create a fine home with versatile living space – ideal for the growing family, multi-generational living or home working space. The house is steeped in history and has wonderful period features throughout and ideal for entertaining both inside and out. The list entry is 1100412.

Langley House opens into a wonderful reception hall with a beautiful period fireplace and continues to the principal reception rooms. The impressive double aspect drawing room features panelling and two fireplaces and divides into two areas with a sitting area and music room. The family room has fine views over the garden and a lovely fireplace. The dining room features moulded oak panelling and a beautiful brick arched fireplace with a fine Jacobean over mantle. The kitchen/breakfast room is beautifully bright and airy with a conservatory dining area incorporated, enjoying views over the courtyard to the front and perfect for an early morning coffee. The kitchen is fitted with integrated appliances including a double oven and gas hob plus an excellent range of cabinets with a central island; a most practical area with ample space. Steps lead into a flagstone boot room which then provides a link to the separate wing with a small kitchenette, two cloakrooms and stairs up to three rooms which could work as an office or a separate annexe above the stables. Towards the west rear of the house is cosy study with feature fireplace and a door through to a triple aspect games/snooker room with a door out to the garden.

On the first floor there is a principal bedroom suite with a vaulted ceiling, panelled walls and a beautiful inglenook fireplace with a separate dressing room and generous shower room off the landing. Adjacent is the laundry room and a second staircase down to the breakfast area. Bedroom six is adjacent and could be an ideal nursery or second dressing room if required. At the far side of the house are four further double bedrooms with en suite bath or shower rooms plus built-in wardrobes.

Outside
The grounds are an absolute delight incorporating colourful planted formal gardens interspersed with mature trees and an apple orchard and are part walled and wrap around the house. The gardens offer a great place for entertaining and also relaxing with a flat area ideal for cricket, badminton or football. The overall plot is about 1.06 acres. The formal access for the house is through wooden gates off the High Street and opens into a lightly wooded area with ample parking for several cars plus a courtyard in front of the garaging and stables.

Location

This iconic home is located in the High Street of this highly sought-after village which offers an excellent range of local shops, cafés and restaurants, post office, library and public houses.

The popular Common has a village cricket club and is very much part of village life.

There is both a village primary and secondary school as well as the private school of Abbots Hill.

Further private schooling is available within the area too.

The larger towns of Hemel Hempstead (approximately 2 miles north) and Watford approximately 2 miles south) offer a comprehensive range of shopping and services.

Kings Langley mainline station provides a regular service to London Euston.

The M25 at Junction 20 provides access to the motorway network and London airports.

The area is well serviced with recreational and entertainment facilities including The Grove at Chandlers Cross with golf and restaurant/spa facilities.

Square Footage: 5,448 sq ft


Acreage: 1.06 Acres

Directions

From Junction 20 of the M25, take the exit to Kings Langley on the A4251. Proceed into the High Street and the house can be found on the left after the Rose and Crown set behind wooden gates.

Additional Info

Council Tax Band = H