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7 bedroom detached house

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Detached house
7 bed
5 bath

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Tenure: Freehold
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • 7 bedrooms
  • 4 reception rooms
  • 5 bathrooms
  • 15.28 acres
  • Nearby fishing
  • Leisure Facilities
  • Outbuildings
  • Period
  • Detached
  • Garden
Cheynes House is an exquisite property that was meticulously constructed in the 1920s to the highest standards. This stunning home boasts a wealth of period features, including high ceilings, leaded light windows, fine oak doors, and Japanese oak floorboards. Noteworthy architectural elements such as concealed cupboards and a hidden heating system within the walls add to the charm and character of this exceptional property.

Under the current owners, Cheynes House has undergone significant renovations, including a complete overhaul of the kitchen/breakfast room to create a modern open-plan space, as well as a comprehensive redesign of the principal bedroom's ensuite bathroom. The house was also rewired in 2007 and has been tastefully redecorated, resulting in well-lit and spacious reception rooms and comfortable bedrooms. Notably, the house features a stunning panelled dining room, an impressive drawing room that offers picturesque views of the gorgeous garden and grounds, and a top-floor billiard room and bar ideal for relaxing and entertaining.

In addition to the main residence, Cheynes House boasts a range of outbuildings that add to its versatility and appeal. These include a recently renovated gym with a sauna and separate shower facility, a stable block with planning permission for conversion into secondary accommodation, and a spacious agricultural barn for storage, providing ample options for various uses.

The property is set amidst mature landscaped gardens that provide a serene and private setting. The drawing room opens to a paved terrace with a pergola overlooking the well-manicured lawn, which is surrounded by tall hedges, offering a sense of seclusion. Adjacent to the lawn is a heated swimming pool, and through an archway lies the recently refurbished all-weather tennis court and pavilion, perfect for outdoor recreation and entertainment. The gardens also feature mature deciduous and evergreen trees, as well as an ornamental garden with a charming thatched summer house to the east, adding to the beauty and tranquillity of the surroundings. Additionally, there are two level paddocks to the west, ideal for equestrian enthusiasts.

Cheynes House is a unique and exceptional property, combining timeless elegance with modern comforts and conveniences, set in a picturesque location with stunning gardens and a range of outbuildings.


Located in a Conservation Area on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Cottered in Hertfordshire, Cheynes House enjoys excellent connectivity with easy access to the A10 (about 3 miles) and the A1(M) (about 8 miles) for convenient connections to London and the North. Stevenage, located approximately 7 miles away, offers a fast and frequent train service to London, Kings Cross, with trains taking from 22 minutes.

Education is easily accessible from Cottered, with nearby schools including Ardeley St Lawrence CofE Primary School, Walkern Primary School, Millfields First and Nursery School, Layston CofE First School, Freman College Academy, The Nobel School, Heath Mount Independent School, St. Edmund's College, Bishop's Stortford College.

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