5 bedroom detached house for sale

A spacious four/five bedroom detached extended family home extending to over 2000 sqft. of versatile living accommodation and approximately 0.3 acre private south facing rear garden located along a popular road on the outskirts of the Hertfordshire village of Flamstead.

Nestled along the sought after community of Old Watling Street in a semi-rural location, this detached family home has been significantly extended by the current owners, presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial property offering versatile living space with a south facing rear garden offering ample space for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Upon entering this charming detached family home, a welcoming porch opens into the entrance hall, where a downstairs cloakroom is conveniently located. From here, the hallway leads to a spacious yet cosy bay fronted sitting room at the front of the property. Beyond the sitting room is a recently remodelled open plan kitchen/breakfast room, which enjoys a lovely outlook over the rear garden and countryside views beyond. The kitchen is well equipped with a range of base and wall mounted units, an integrated double oven with electric hob, a built in dishwasher, and a breakfast bar, perfect for casual dining. Adjacent to the dining area, an open archway leads to a versatile home office, which could also serve as an additional space for entertaining, directly accessible from the kitchen/breakfast room. A door from this space leads to a separate utility room, offering additional storage with further base and wall mounted units, plus space for white goods, providing added convenience. Towards the rear of the property, an inner hall with a modern shower room leads to a generously sized family room spanning over 16ft. in length, offering flexibility to serve as fifth double sized bedroom. This space is perfect for overnight guests or as an additional reception room, with double doors opening onto the raised decking. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a convenient boot room accessed from the inner hallway and leads to a large store room with direct access to the front of the property.

The staircase leads to the first floor landing, providing access to the master bedroom, three further bedrooms, and the family bathroom. The master bedroom, located at the rear, is a generously sized double room with the added benefit of an en suite shower room. It is further enhanced by a private balcony, offering the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee while taking in views over the garden and far reaching countryside beyond. The second bedroom is also a spacious double, featuring a large bay window to the front of the property, while bedrooms three and four are both good sized rooms, offering flexibility for family living, the family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.

The rear garden is the perfect setting for entertaining friends and family in the warmer months. Steps lead down to a designated patio area and extends to the expansive, south facing lawn, extending to around 0.3 acres, providing plenty of space for outdoor activities. There is a summerhouse with power and lighting and a terrace that offers a peaceful spot to enjoy the sunshine, which could be an ideal space for a home office or gym. The garden is bordered by mature trees and hedging, creating a high degree of privacy and a tranquil, secluded environment.