Old Byways House
Byways | Berkhamsted | Hertfordshire | HP4 2GF
STEP INSIDE
Old Byways House
Dating back to circa 1910, Old Byways House is an attractive and substantial five-bedroom home brimming with character and charm. Available for the first time in forty-one years, this property offers a unique opportunity.
Situated in a prime location within the town on a plot of approximately 0.7 acres, Old Byways House boasts a rare opportunity to acquire a home of real distinction with an intriguing local history. The entrance hall leads to the inner hall, providing direct access to the kitchen/breakfast room and four reception rooms. Of particular note is the impressive drawing room, featuring beautiful ornate cornicing on the ceiling, an original fireplace surround, and a large log-burning stove, perfect for those colder evenings. Original wooden bi-folding doors separate this room from the stunning dining room, allowing the space to be opened up to create a vast entertaining area. With southerly and westerly views of the garden, this space is flooded with natural light.
The kitchen/breakfast room features a handmade solid wood kitchen with a gas-fired AGA and an array of Miele integrated appliances, including double electric fan ovens, an induction hob, and a dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen/breakfast room is another generously proportioned reception room, currently used as a sitting room which has French doors leading out onto the southerly facing terrace.
On the first floor, the principal bedroom is dual aspect and flooded with natural light. It features fitted wardrobes and a large en-suite with a separate shower. The guest bedroom is also dual aspect and enjoys views of the countryside beyond the rear garden, with the added luxury of an en-suite. There are three further double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
STEP OUTSIDE
Old Byways House
Outside
Old Byways House is perfectly positioned on a delightful plot and is, without a doubt, one of the best plots in the town. Being west-facing to the rear, one can enjoy views of the most wonderful sunsets. There is a large lawn with attractive box hedges, trees, and mature hedges to the boundary.
Schools
Berkhamsted offers an array of excellent primary schools. For secondary education, the state-funded Ashlyns School is highly regarded, while Berkhamsted School provides private education from nursery through to A-levels.
Local Amenities
The town features extensive shopping facilities, including independent local shops and boutiques, as well as supermarkets like Waitrose and an M&S Food Hall. Dining options are plentiful, with many restaurants, bistros, and pubs. Berkhamsted also hosts Wednesday and Saturday markets, adding to the charm of this vibrant town. Sports and recreational facilities are superb, with a tennis club, cricket club, and the renowned Ashridge Golf Club nearby. The National Trust Ashridge Estate offers approximately 5,000 acres of protected woodland for walking, biking, or horse riding.
Transport
A mainline railway station in the centre of Berkhamsted provides direct access to London Euston in approximately 32 minutes. The A41 dual carriageway is easily accessed from the town, providing access to M25 Junction 20 (approximately 7 miles).
Services
Gas-fired boiler for hot water and heating, mains electricity, mains water, and private drainage.
Local Authority
Dacorum Borough Council
Tenure: Freehold
Fine & Country
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