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£700,0003 bedroom house for sale
Bury Farm, Great Hormead, Nr Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9
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Air source heat pump
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3 beds
2 baths
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Features and description
- Use of lime mortar and traditional joinery
- Retention of original ironmongery, timber framing and brick detailing
- Integration of modern utilities without compromising architectural integrity
- Underfloor heating throughout
- Air source heat pump for energy efficiency
- Low running and maintenance costs
- German kitchen with Miele appliances
- Stone work surfaces
- Luxury bathroom/shower room featuring Hans Grohe fittings
- Smart home wiring and integrated speaker system
Historic Legacy - Set within the historic grounds of Bury Farm in Great Hormead, The Root House is part of a remarkable 19th-century farmstead commissioned in 1850 by James White Higgins, a London surveyor and philanthropist. Designed by Frederic Chancellor, a young architect of the Victorian era, the barns reflect the agricultural innovation and architectural elegance of the time.
Originally known as Tithe Farm, the estate was later renamed and expanded, becoming a focal point of rural life in Hertfordshire. The barns were constructed using flint and red brick, with distinctive stepped triple gables, ventilation slots, and covered yards—a rare example of Victorian “high farming” architecture.
The Root House has been expertly converted and upgraded, blending its rich heritage with cutting-edge contemporary living. The barns have been expertly preserved, retaining their historic character while being adapted for modern use.
Architectural Highlights -
• Original oak beams, flint walls, and red brick detailing.
• Queen-strut roof construction with iron-strapped tie beams.
• Historic granaries, stables, and threshing floors preserved within the structure.
• Decorative knapped flintwork, including a diamond motif on the south wall.
• Restored timber-framed lean-tos, cart sheds, and harness rooms.
• Listed Grade II farmhouse adjacent to the barns, within a conservation area.
The Root House is not just a home - it’s a lifestyle statement, offering the perfect blend of historic charm, architectural distinction and modern luxury. Whether you're seeking a peaceful countryside retreat or a stylish residence with character, this property is ready to welcome you.
Great Hormead is a small East Hertfordshire village with inn and primary school set amongst Hertfordshire countryside. The area is convenient with commuters as there is access to the A10, M11 motorway and mainline stations at Ware and Bishops Stortford, providing commuter services to London Liverpool Street. The nearest shopping centre is at Buntingford (approx 3 miles) with further amenities at the larger centres of Bishops Stortford to the east, and Ware to the south.
Originally known as Tithe Farm, the estate was later renamed and expanded, becoming a focal point of rural life in Hertfordshire. The barns were constructed using flint and red brick, with distinctive stepped triple gables, ventilation slots, and covered yards—a rare example of Victorian “high farming” architecture.
The Root House has been expertly converted and upgraded, blending its rich heritage with cutting-edge contemporary living. The barns have been expertly preserved, retaining their historic character while being adapted for modern use.
Architectural Highlights -
• Original oak beams, flint walls, and red brick detailing.
• Queen-strut roof construction with iron-strapped tie beams.
• Historic granaries, stables, and threshing floors preserved within the structure.
• Decorative knapped flintwork, including a diamond motif on the south wall.
• Restored timber-framed lean-tos, cart sheds, and harness rooms.
• Listed Grade II farmhouse adjacent to the barns, within a conservation area.
The Root House is not just a home - it’s a lifestyle statement, offering the perfect blend of historic charm, architectural distinction and modern luxury. Whether you're seeking a peaceful countryside retreat or a stylish residence with character, this property is ready to welcome you.
Great Hormead is a small East Hertfordshire village with inn and primary school set amongst Hertfordshire countryside. The area is convenient with commuters as there is access to the A10, M11 motorway and mainline stations at Ware and Bishops Stortford, providing commuter services to London Liverpool Street. The nearest shopping centre is at Buntingford (approx 3 miles) with further amenities at the larger centres of Bishops Stortford to the east, and Ware to the south.
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About this agent
Property Experts with Unrivalled Local Knowledge As the area’s leading independent agent, our local knowledge and property marketing expertise makes us the first choice for all property matters With offices in Bishop’s Stortford, Saffron Walden and Old Harlow wecover a wide area of Hertfordshire, Essex and the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk borders. We have separate divisions specialising in the sale of Country Houses, Town Properties, New Homes, Conversions and Development Land, Residential Lettings and Property Management and Commercial Property Services. Financial Services are available through an independent Financial Services company. Our Saffron Walden office is situated in a lovely Grade II Listed building on Church Street, in the centre of this beautiful and historic market town. Headed up by Nick Bush and with David Emberson as a Consultant, our dedicated and highly experienced staff have unrivalled knowledge of the local area and its people and a reputation for professionalism and exceptional customer service. From here, we cover an area from Thaxted to the south, the A10 in the west, into South Cambridgeshire to the north and east to the lovely Suffolk village of Clare. At Mullucks, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service drives us to invest significantly in staff training and cutting-edge technology, enabling our team to offer marketing expertise and a first class and dynamic service.. We are also a member of The Property Franchise Group allowing us to offer a greater range of services and this national reach brings us client referrals and greater exposure for our properties including a high profile presence on all of the leading property search websites and social media platforms. If you’re considering moving to the Saffron Walden area, we are happy to provide any information or answer questions about local facilities and amenities. Let us help make your move smooth and stress-free.