4 bedroom detached house for sale

Hunters are delighted to market this stunning four bedroom Grade II listed detached 17th Century cottage, with picturesque views over Ashridge forest from the beautifully landscaped gardens and located in the highly sought after village of Aldbury.

The heart of this home is the kitchen, with reclaimed Victorian tiles, an impressive Falcon range cooker, and wooden units topped with green slate worktops. A breakfasting area and garden room with French doors to the patio complete this country kitchen.

The property oozes charm and character with the original reclaimed wooden flooring from the loft, wrought iron balustrades leading to the cellar housing the tucked-away home office, a practical and stylish utility room featuring beech butcher block worktops, rich blue-painted units, and space for essential appliances. The family room showcases a stunning inglenook fireplace with a log burner, whilst there is a convenient downstairs cloakroom with a shower accessible from the garden room and entrance hallway.

The first floor of the property is accessed by two separate staircases. The main bedroom suite overlooks the gardens and enjoys views towards Ashridge forest beyond. As well as the family bathroom there are three further double bedrooms, two on this level and one up in the roof space on the second floor.

Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the quintessential English village of Aldbury boasts a warm community, village hall, shop, post office, and two pubs.

The nearby towns of Tring or Berkhamsted offer larger high-street shops and supermarkets and are just a few miles away. The village primary school has a nursery attached, and the secondary school is nearby Tring. There are also excellent private schools in the area.

For commuters the mainline railway station is just over a mile away and has a direct route into London Euston, and there is convenient access for both the M1 and M25 motorways, as well as nearby London Luton Airport.

Ground Floor Accommodation - As you enter this beautiful home, the dining room boasts original reclaimed wooden flooring from the loft, exuding authenticity. Wrought iron balustrades lead to the cellar stairs, offering storage and a tucked-away home office. The utility room is practical and stylish, featuring beech butcher block worktops, rich blue-painted units, and space for essential appliances. The family sitting room showcases a stunning inglenook fireplace with a log burner, perfect for cozy evenings. A staircase leads to the first floor. The ground floor also houses a useful downstairs WC with a shower accessible from the garden room and entrance hallway. The heart of the home is the kitchen, with reclaimed Victorian tiles, an impressive Falcon range cooker, and wooden units topped with green slate worktops. A breakfasting area and garden room with French doors to the patio complete the space.

First Floor Accommodation - The first floor reveals the peaceful master suite, accessed via a spiral staircase, offering serene views of the gardens and Ashridge forest. Three double bedrooms and family bathroom bathroom are also found on this floor.

Gardens - Outside, the garden beckons with three distinct areas, providing sunny spots or shaded havens as desired. A flagged patio bathes in the early morning sun, leading to a tucked-away pergola and lawn area surrounded by lush greenery. The circular landscaped section offers captivating views of the forest, perfect for memorable BBQs with friends that can extend into the evening, warmed by a charming firepit.