Putterills - At Home - Spring/Summer 2022

AT HOME Spring/Summer 2022

CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN HERTFORDSHIRE

“AT HOME” A COLLECTION OF SOME OF THE AREA’S FINEST PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Welcome to the spring edition of our “At Home” magazine.

Hertfordshire and central Bedfordshire are tantamount in many people’s minds as an area of beautiful countryside, comfortable commuting times and fantastic educational and leisure facilities.

This year marks our 30th anniversary of selling some of the area’s finest homes, with a friendly, professional, caring and pro-active approach. As a company we guarantee exceptional customer service to all of our clients and take pride in the many positive reviews we receive, as well as reliable word of mouth recommendations.

We are also delighted to note that we now have a 5-star Google ranking! This is testament to our promise that the Putterills team will do their upmost to offer you an expert, approachable and stress-free moving journey.

Throughout the years we have always adapted to changing trends and given the best advice to suit current market conditions, whether that be through recessions, successive changes in Government, financial crisis and property booms.

Much of what the Putterills family do is behind the scenes, as we do not rely solely on Internet presence - indeed many of our clients do not want their homes displayed on the various property portals, which is why we offer a bespoke, low-key marketing service which helps put buyers and sellers together through our very long-established database and experienced staffing.

If you are thinking of buying, selling or letting your property, then do please call your local, trusted, property experts for friendly and up-to-the minute advice.

OUR OFFICES HITCHIN 60 Hermitage Road Hitchin Herts SG5 1DB T: 01462 632222 E: hitchin@putterills.co.uk KNEBWORTH 123 London Road Knebworth Herts SG3 6EX T: 01438 817007 E: kneb@putterills.co.uk LONDON Cashel House 15 Thayer Street London W1U 3JT T: 020 7467 5330 E: info@mayfairoffice.co.uk ST ALBANS 6 Holywell Hill St Albans Herts AL1 1BZ T: 01727 225858 E: stalbans@putterills.co.uk

Best wishes.

LAND & NEW HOMES 32 Bridge Street Hitchin, Herts SG5 2DF T: 01462 453195 E: land@putterills.co.uk E: newhomes@putterills.co.uk LETTINGS 32 Bridge Street Hitchin Herts SG5 2DF T: 01462 419333 E: lettings@putterills.co.uk

The Putterills Directors

STEVENAGE 61-63 High Street Old Town, Stevenage, Herts SG1 3AQ T: 01438 316846 E: oldtown@putterills.co.uk WELWYN GARDEN CITY 34 Wigmores North Welwyn Garden City Herts AL8 6PH T: 01707 393333 E: wgc@putterills.co.uk

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Little Wymondley, Hitchin Offers in Excess of £1,250,000

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This beautiful detached residence has been extended and greatly improved by the current owners to provide spacious and versatile accommodation which includes five/six reception rooms, stunning bespoke kitchen with quartz worktops and a separate utility room. To the first floor there are four large bedrooms, two with en-suite's and a family shower room, all with underfloor heating. Externally the property offers a large in and out driveway providing substantial parking, large garage and beautiful gardens with a plot extending to 0.25 of an acre. Michaelmas Cottage is superbly located at the end of a private road with stunning views over the church.

EPC: C

HITCHIN | 01462 632 222

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Meppershall, Hitchin Guide Price £1,000,000

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A substantial four bed detached residence located on a private lane, sitting in a plot of 0.3 of an acre and overlooking open countryside to the rear. The accommodation comprises an amazing open plan kitchen / diner / family room, with bi-fold doors to the rear garden. To the first floor, bedroom one has a a vaulted ceiling, walk in wardrobe/dressing room and en-suite plus three further bedrooms one with an ensuite and a bathroom. Externally there is a double garage with studio and shower room over.

EPC: B

HITCHIN | 01462 632 222

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Weston, Hitchin Guide Price: £1,250,000

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This stunning property, located in the pretty village of Weston offers some delightful characterful features including and inglenook fireplace, wood burning stove and exposed beams. The accommodation comprises two main reception rooms with open fireplaces, large kitchen/dining room with an electric Aga, utility room and downstairs shower room. To the first floor there are three bedrooms, and a bathroom. The beautiful landscaped grounds offer parking, two formal garden areas, a swimming pool and hot tub with a useful studio/office with bar and kitchenette.

EPC: E

HITCHIN | 01462 632 222

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Hitchin Guide Price £750,000

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This delightful detached residence has been extended and re-modelled to provide a spacious five bedroom home. The accommodation includes three reception rooms, kitchen and utility room to the ground floor and to the first floor there are five bedrooms, bathroom and separate shower room. Externally the property offers a driveway, garage and a delightful corner plot. The property offers versatile accommodation which could be further enhanced by an extension which the current vendors have planning permission for.

EPC: E

HITCHIN | 01462 632 222

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Knebworth Offers around £525,000

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This genuinely inspired brand new development of just three mews style, optimally designed properties is situated in the heart of the village within a 5 minute walk from the mainline rail link with frequent service to London Kings Cross. Constructed of red brick in a Flemish bond to an exacting specification, these individual 3 bedroom homes blend perfectly with the environment and boast flexible accommodation over three levels to include luxurious bathrooms and ensuites, sizeable living room with aluminium bi-fold doors and acoustic double glazing, Bespoke Kitchen Design with slim-line solid surface worktops, undermount sinks and integrated appliances (Bosch, AEG and Indesit), private driveway parking for two cars and a fenced rear garden with patio and laid to lawn.

EPC: Awaiting

KNEBWORTH | 01438 817 007

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Rabley Heath, Knebworth Guide Price £1,200,000

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This stunning detached chalet bungalow is a country residence that boasts accommodation approaching 3000 sq ft, and enjoys a fine semi-rural location with undulating views to the rear across the Hertfordshire countryside. The accommodation is approached via a wide entrance hall with staircase and comprises: Dual aspect sitting room with log burner, family room, fantastic kitchen/dining room with open plan snug area and deep picture windows overlooking the garden, laundry room, office, ground floor guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, central landing with access to 3 first floor bedrooms and a fresh family bathroom. The main bedroom proffers a part vaulted ceiling and a wall of glass with French doors and a contemporary Juliet balcony, an equipped dressing room and en-suite shower room.

EPC: C

KNEBWORTH | 01438 817 007

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Aston, Knebworth Price Guide £1,250,000

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This impressive and generously proportioned detached 5 bedroom family home has been lovingly improved and enlarged to provide well presented accommodation of approximately 2850 sq ft. The property is situated in a very desirable private close of just 8 homes, set in the pretty village of Aston, and it sits on a plot of just over 1/3 . The accommodation includes gas heating to radiators along with double glazing and comprises: Central reception hall, dual aspect sitting room with log burner, dining room, study/snug, fabulous kitchen/breakfast room with orangery style dining area, laundry room, cloakroom, 5 double bedrooms (bedroom 5 currently in use as a dressing room but can easily revert), en-suite shower. family bathroom and guest shower room.

EPC: C

KNEBWORTH | 01438 817 007

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Potters Heath, Knebworth Guide Price £795,000

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A rare opportunity to purchase a stunning Victorian property in the well regarded semi-rural area of Pottersheath. 'Rosalie' is a very pretty 4 bedroom semidetached character residence with accommodation as follows: Central entrance hall with staircase, cosy sitting room with fireplace and dual fuel burner, formal lounge, fitted study with bespoke oak shelving, stunning 'Mark Wilkinson' fitted kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, utility room, traditional style bathroom with roll top bath and shower cubicle. The beautifully stocked and extremely well maintained rear garden boasts wide lawns and a terrace, versatile brick outbuilding with electricity, and a timber summerhouse.

The house is approached via a timber 5 bar gate that in turn leads to a gravelled driveway with parking.

EPC: E

KNEBWORTH | 01438 817 007

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St Albans

A well-presented detached family home, located on a generous South East facing corner plot in the Jersey Farm area, close to local amenities, Ofsted outstanding rated Schools and woodland park.

Guide Price £850,000

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ST ALBANS | 01727 225 858

St Albans

An impressive two bedroom two bathroom first floor apartment, which forms part of this Edwardian converted residence and benefits from a heated indoor swimming pool that opens onto the communal grounds. EPC: D

Guide Price £485,000

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St Albans

SOLD - Similar properties required

An impressive, semi-detached family home, offering luxurious, generous living accommodation, situated on secluded plot within a highly sought after private residential road, close the Historic City of St Albans. EPC: D

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ST ALBANS | 01727 225 858

St Albans

SOLD - Similar properties required

A beautifully presented, double fronted detached cottage that occupies a corner plot within residential road which forms part of the highly sought-after St Albans City Conservation Area. EPC: D

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Hatfield

SALE AGREED - Similar properties required

An extended, superbly presented semi-detached house, which benefits from an impressive open plan Kitchen / Dining / Family Room with bi-folding doors leading onto an extra-large garden. EPC: D

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ST ALBANS | 01727 225 858

St Albans

A well-appointed, spacious fifth floor apartment which offers far reaching south westerly views across the City of St Albans including the Abbey. The apartment forms part of this landmark building. EPC: D

Guide Price £325,000

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Fox Cottage, Aston End, Stevenage Guide Price £1,500,000

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Fox Cottage is a Grade II Listed country home occupying a commanding rural position with substantial grounds extending to approximately five acres combining both formal gardens and paddocks with additional land which could hold development opportunities for both residential or commercial use (subject to relevant consent). The original cottage is believed to date back to the 14th Century with a substantial later extension in 1972, annexing the cottage to create two homes of great scope and potential ideal for multi-generational living. Fox Cottage lends itself to future improvement and extension subject to planning and listed building consent being obtained and could be readily reinstated to one family dwelling if preferred. The cottage would further suit prospective buyers with equestrian interests offering excellent grazing opportunities for horses with a number of outbuildings suitable for conversion to stables. In our opinion the extensive grounds would also be suitable for micro-farming, horticultural and small holding interests.

EPC: Exempt

STEVENAGE | 01438 316 846

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Chancellors Road, Stevenage Guide Price £825,000

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This most impressive four bedroom detached home has been modernised and remodelled by the current owners, creating a truly magnificent contemporary family home. Presented in show home condition throughout, enjoying the benefits of a landscaped plot with an attractive open aspect backing onto paddocks and the St Nicholas Church Spire and conservation area beyond. Once inside the entrance porch, you are greeted by a bright, spacious welcoming reception hallway opening to a refitted downstairs cloakroom/wc. There is a most comfortable sitting room of excellent proportions featuring a brick built inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove, double glazed French doors overlook the landscaped rear garden and a versatile study situated to the front of the property features fitted oak furniture, whilst an impressive open[1]plan "L" shaped kitchen/dining room.

EPC: C

STEVENAGE | 01438 316 846

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Trafford Close, Stevenage Guide Price £800,000

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A four bedroom detached residence of considerable style and distinction, extended and refurbished by the current owners to an impeccable standard. This individual distinctive family home exudes kerb appeal occupying a commanding cul-de-sac position. The stunning accommodation is dominated by a vast openplan main living space combining both seating and dining areas with a bank of bi-folding double glazed doors opening directly onto the private landscaped rear garden. In turn, the main living area opens into a generous contemporary fully integrated kitchen finished with quartz work surfaces with a contrasting central kitchen island/breakfast bar with the practical benefit of a matching new utility room. A wide welcoming reception hallway, downstairs cloakroom/wc and a versatile study/playroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

EPC: C

STEVENAGE | 01438 316 846

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Bracken Hill, Welwyn Garden City Guide Price £1,800,000

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This property is approached by a gated entrance leading to a sweeping gravelled driveway providing ample parking, double detached garage and landscaped grounds. Internal ground floor accommodation comprises a dual aspect living room, bi-folding doors and a bespoke brick built fire place with log burner. A stunning 25ft reception room with bi-folding doors , velux windows that overlook the grounds , a modern fitted kitchen/breakfast room has built in appliances, breakfast island providing seating and bi-folding doors again overlooking the rear grounds leading onto a beautiful terrace. Further benefits to the ground floor are an additional reception room leading to a kitchenette, downstairs bathroom, utility room and cloakroom. The first floor consists four bedrooms, three en-suites and a family bathroom.

EPC: D

WGC | 01707 393 333

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Digswell Road, Welwyn Garden City Guide Price £1,150,000

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A fine example of a traditional Garden City detached residence situated within the heart of the West side, just a stone's throw from the town centre and renowned local schooling. Coming to the market to an exceptional standard, this extended family home is one not to missed. Accommodation to the ground floor comprises a living room, playroom/home office, an impressive open plan kitchen/breakfast room with bifolding doors and separate dining area. Further benefits to the ground floor includes a snug (just off the kitchen), utility room that leads onto a boot room and a downstairs cloakroom. The first floor boasts four bedrooms and a modern fitted family bathroom.

EPC: C

WGC | 01707 393 333

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Hertford Road, Digswell Guide Price £900,000

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Situated within the popular Hertfordshire village of Digswell, on the doorstep of open countryside, Welwyn north train station and conveniently located for both primary and secondary schooling is this impressive gated detached residence. The ground floor accommodation comprises a bright and airy entrance hall, sitting room, downstairs cloakroom and a separate study area. The focal point of the ground floor is the stunning open plan living space to the rear which boasts a modern fitted kitchen, dining area, further seating area with bi-folding doors and a separate utility area. The first floor certainly doesn't disappoint with a master bedroom with dressing area which leads to the en-suite shower room, a second bedroom with en-suite, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom EPC: B

WGC | 01707 393 333

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Barleycroft Green, Welwyn Garden City Guide Price £875,000

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A fine example of a Traditional Garden City detached residence tucked away within a quiet cul-de-sac West Side location. This well presented extended home that has been extremely well cared for by the current owners offers a wealth of charm and character but also providing modern day comforts. Accommodation to the ground floor consists a sitting room with an open fireplace which leads to a separate dining room, a modern fitted kitchen, conservatory and a downstairs bathroom. The first floor boasts three bedrooms, with an en-suite to the master. Externally this property certainly doesn't disappoint with the front having an overview of the green, a driveway providing off road parking which leads to the garage and to the rear is a large laid to lawn garden.

EPC: D

WGC | 01707 393 333

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Walkern Village, Stevenage

Situated just off the Walkern village high street, an attractive double fronted Victorian three bedroom detached cottage which has been modernised whilst retaining a number of character features. EPC: E

£1,700 pcm

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LETTINGS | 01462 419 333

Knebworth

This generously proportioned red brick halls-adjoining semi-detached Edwardian house boasts a central village setting & private southerly facing rear garden in excess of 100'.

This property enjoys an abundance of character features typical of the Edwardian era and includes ornate fireplaces, stripped pine internal doors and picture rails. EPC: D

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£1,650 pcm

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LETTINGS | 01462 419 333

Putteridge Park, Hitchin

Forming part of a prestigious courtyard development this property offers wellappointed spacious accommodation throughout briefly comprising reception hall, cloakroom, lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room, three double bedrooms one with en-suite shower room, principal bathroom, courtyard garden. EPC: E

Hitchin

A Victorian extended four-bedroom house with off-street parking for two cars and located within walking distance of Hitchin's Market Place. The property has in excess of 1,800 sq. ft. and is presented over three floors. There is a superb kitchen with a southerly aspect a snug area, a formal sitting room, a second reception room four good sized bedrooms, a family room and a cloakroom. EPC: C

£1,600 pcm

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Pirton, Hitchin Guide Price £1,250,000

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A stunning five bedroom detached home with double garage. The luxurious accommodation of over 2300 sq ft comprises a large entrance hall, spacious L-shaped kitchen/dining/family room, perfect for entertaining, with bifold doors opening onto the rear garden terrace, utility room, study, separate formal lounge and cloakroom on the ground floor. On the first floor is a master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite shower room, four further double bedrooms, one with ensuite and a luxury family bathroom.

EPC: TBC

LAND & NEW HOMES | 01462 453 195

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St Ippolyts, Hitchin Guide Price: £499,950

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One of just four beautiful homes, finished to an exacting specification, with an impressive contemporary interior and high quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Two parking spaces, west facing garden and views of countryside. Located in the highly sought-after village of St Ippolyts, offering excellent access to Hitchin. These beautiful brand new homes boast air-source underfloor heating throughout, quality fitted kitchen/breakfast rooms with branded integrated appliances and french doors opening onto the terrace, separate lounge with feature bay window to the front.

Master bedroom with en-suite, two further bedrooms and a luxury family bathroom.

EPC: TBC

LAND & NEW HOMES | 01462 453 195

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