Description


This 18th-century, semi-detached, Grade II listed cottage offers a rare opportunity to own a historic property with modern conveniences and expansive land, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a rural lifestyle. The home’s appeal lies in its blend of original period features and thoughtful contemporary updates. Key highlights include: • SECLUSION WITH A DETACHED FEEL: Whilst semi-detached, the cottage feels almost entirely detached with all windows overlooking its own gardens, fields and land. The adjoining property is accessed from the opposite side giving further privacy and seclusion. • LAND AND EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES: With 8 acres of surrounding land divided into seven paddocks, barns, stables, and a tack room, this property is perfectly set up for equestrian or smallholding use. • UNIQUE FEATURES: A Georgian 120-foot glass-top well in the sitting room, exposed 18th-century brickwork and timber beams, original fireplaces, and a recent light and airy extension. • MODERN AMENITIES: New oil-fired heating, new electricity supply, distribution & fuse boards, new mains water supply, new sewerage & drainage, offering peace of mind in terms of modern utility updates. • LOCATION: Close proximity to St Albans, Harpenden, and Berkhamsted, with access to excellent schools and all within the Chilterns AONB. This property offers an idyllic blend of history, rural lifestyle and modern comforts—an exciting opportunity for a family looking to embrace country living with equestrian or agricultural lifestyle ambitions.

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