2 bedroom duplex for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Leasehold (977 years remaining)
- Fantastic Victorian inspired gated development
- Located in one of the Towers in Fairfield Hall
- Spacious apartment situated over three floors
- Ballentine's gym, Spa and restaurant
- Tesco express
- Junior School
- Excellent "lock up and leave"
- Lift - Ample parking
- EPC Rating = C
Description
Fairfield Hall, a magnificent example of 1850s Victorian architecture and the subject of a lavish conversion circa 2003.
Set within a private gated development, Fairfield Hall was formerly a Hospital designed by a York Architect, George Fowler Jones. The village consists of some 900 Victorian inspired dwellings of different housing types and about 100 luxury apartments in the former hospital building Set in acres of pristine grounds. This unique apartment is situated in one of the towers on the 2nd floor and offers a fine example of duplex living. The apartment is remarkably spacious and enjoys views over the extensive grounds of the hall.
Access to the apartment is via a lift. The reception hall has a guest cloakroom with bedroom two, ensuite shower and dressing room. On the next level, the focal point of this home is its open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room area. The kitchen boasts a range of integrated appliances with plenty of storage, the room benefits from high ceilings and windows to three sides. There is a staircase between the third and fourth floor landing which has a door to the fire escape.
Situated on the top floor is the principal bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, it enjoys high vaulted ceilings and is duel aspect which offers exceptional views over the Hall and beyond.
The West Wing Apartment is situated within acres of stunning parkland of Fairfield Hall, along with easy access to Bannatyne Gym and Spa. The communal areas are kept to a very high, manicured standard. Fairfield Hall offers fantastic walks around both the Blue & Green Lagoons, as well as the established parkland.
With a short walk to Fairfield Park, there is Fairfield Cricket and Bowls club along with a convenience Tesco and hair salon, also with many secure Play areas for children. Dog lovers are very welcome!
Location
Approx. mileages: Letchworth Garden City Station 2.3 miles, Arlesey Station 2.5 miles, Hitchin 4 miles, Baldock 4.4 miles, A1M J10 2.3 miles, London Luton Airport 14.5 miles
Fairfield Park is centrally located to the A1 & M1 roads into London and Cambridge as well as Bedford and Milton Keynes. Fast train links into London Kings Cross via Letchworth and nearby Arlesey. London Luton Airport are just 14.5 miles away.
The West Wing Apartment is situated within acres of stunning parkland of Fairfield Park, Hitchin. The communal areas are kept to a very high manicured standard. Fairfield Park offers fantastic walks around both the Blue & Green Lagoons, as well as the established parkland.
The property is within the catchment area of Fairfield Lower School, which is within the Park, along with many nearby middle and upper schools of Etonbury Academy. For independent education there is a good choice of schools including St Francis College, St Christopher, Kingshott School, and Heath Mount School. There are also The Harpur Trust Schools in Bedford and The Perse Schools and The Leys in Cambridge.
The picturesque town of Hitchin is approximately 4 miles away with its beautiful 13th Century parish church, boutiques and cafe's.
Neighbouring Letchworth Garden City has a good mix of high street stores, speciality gift shops and restaurants. The garden city and the local area offer a vast array of attractions including museum, a three screen cinema, historic houses, parks, gardens, and the renowned Letchworth Golf Club.
Square Footage: 1,313 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 978 years remaining.
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