5 bedroom detached house for sale

A beautifully appointed six-bed family home with modern interiors and separate annexe

Description

White Rails Cottage is a handsome detached property constructed recently which has been thoughtfully extended and improved over the years to create an impressive family home with well-proportioned rooms and a tasteful contemporary décor scheme throughout. Affording approximately 3,809 sq.ft across two floors the property has a versatile and spacious arrangement and is immaculately presented with a number of modern fixtures and fittings including ample open plan living space, CCTV, a bespoke fitted kitchen and chic bath and shower rooms. There is also a two-storey outbuilding comprising a carport, garage and self-contained annexe with an en suite double bedroom, WC and open plan kitchen/dining room, ideal for multi-generational families or for extra earning potential.

The ground floor accommodation is entered via a welcoming entrance hall with WC and boot room leading through to a bright triple-aspect living room with a log burner and bi-fold doors out to the rear garden. The open plan Tom Howley kitchen/dining room is a particular highlight complete with handsome cabinetry, a vast central island and Aga cooker with bi-fold doors out to the rear patio creating a remarkably bright and social entertaining space. There is also a good-sized gym and large boot room. Occupying the first floor is the principal suite with full-height windows, a bespoke fitted walk-in wardrobe with built-in storage, and stylish en suite shower room with twin basins and mixer shower. There are three further en suite doubles, plus two additional bedrooms.

The property occupies a secluded plot approached over a sweeping gravel gated driveway providing off-street parking for a number of vehicles. The excellently sized rear garden is attractively landscaped and features a large central lawn with well-stocked borders and a generous patio featuring a built-in BBQ area providing ample space for al fresco dining in the warmer months with uninterrupted views across the surrounding open countryside.

Location

White Rail Cottage is situated in the picturesque village of Little Gaddesden and lies in an enviable location adjacent to the National Trust Ashridge Estate, which comprises 4000 acres of woodland and common land and is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village boasts a shop with post office, public house, primary school, tennis and sports grounds. The thriving market town of Berkhamsted is about 6 miles distant and provides a wide range of shopping opportunities, including independent boutiques, great eateries for all tastes and major stores such as Waitrose and Boots on the High Street. Berkhamsted has a rail service to London Euston with fast and frequent connections from 27 minutes. Road communications are also excellent, with the A41 dual carriageway to the south, linking directly to the M25. The area is well served for a good selection of both state and private schools, including the renowned private schools of Beechwood Park, The Performing Arts at Tring and Berkhamsted School for Boys & Girls.

Square Footage: 3,001 sq ft


Acreage: 0.5 Acres