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See how verdicts work6-bedroom bungalow · AL6 9TT
No longer listedListed 160 days
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About
**Chain Free An exceptional detached family residence occupying approximately 0.4 acres in the heart of Welwyn Village, Hertfordshire, thoughtfully transformed from its original bungalow origins into a striking three-storey contemporary home.
Originally a bungalow, the property has undergone an extensive programme of redevelopment and modernisation, evolving into a spacious and versatile family residence that perfectly combines character, contemporary style and flexible modern living.
The property has been thoughtfully reconfigured to suit today’s family lifestyle, offering generous and highly adaptable accommodation extending to approximately 2,712 sq ft including the detached garage.
At the heart of the home is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family room featuring a contemporary fitted Magnet kitchen with central island, creating an exceptional social and entertaining space with direct access onto the beautifully landscaped gardens.
A striking oak staircase further enhances the homes blend of timeless character and contemporary styling.
The ground floor offers excellent versatility with multiple reception areas designed to adapt effortlessly to changing family needs.
A cosy snug/TV room provides the ideal informal retreat, while a dedicated gym/wellness room offers further lifestyle flexibility.
In addition, there is a separate home office/study, perfectly suited for remote working.
A particularly attractive feature is the private guest bedroom situated away from the principal family accommodation, ideal for visiting guests, multi-generational living, older relatives or independent accommodation.
Arranged across the upper floors are four further well-proportioned bedrooms, including a superb principal bedroom suite, together with contemporary family bathroom facilities.
The loft conversion provides additional highly flexible accommodation currently utilised as a further bedroom alongside a playroom/media room, perfectly suited for older children, teenagers or hobby space.
The floorplan demonstrates an exceptional balance of open-plan entertaining space alongside practical and versatile family accommodation across all three levels.
The property has been comprehensively upgraded throughout since 2021, including complete rewiring, new plumbing and heating systems, luxury bathroom installations, new flooring and significant structural improvements, ensuring the home is presented to an exceptional modern standard throughout.
Externally, the beautifully landscaped grounds extend to approximately 0.4 acres and provide outstanding outdoor space for both relaxation and entertaining.
The gardens feature expansive lawns, a children’s play area, gazebo, ornamental pond and various seating areas, creating a wonderful family environment.
Further enhancing the long-term appeal, the property benefits from substantial side access and excellent future extension potential (subject to the necessary planning permissions), whilst still retaining ample frontage, generous off-road parking for multiple vehicles and a detached garage.
Welwyn Village offers a wonderful balance of village charm and modern convenience, making it particularly popular with families and professionals alike.
The nearby High Street provides a variety of independent cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs, convenience stores and boutique-style amenities, whilst nearby Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin and St Albans offer extensive shopping, dining and leisure facilities.
The area is especially well regarded for its excellent schooling options, including catchment for the highly regarded and outstanding-rated primary schools Codicote Church of England Primary School and Welwyn St Mary’s Church of England Primary School, alongside highly respected secondary and independent schools including Sherrardswood School, St Francis’ College, Haileybury and Monks Walk School.
For commuters, the property is ideally positioned with excellent access to the A1(M), connecting easily to London and surrounding towns, whilst nearby rail services provide direct links into London King’s Cross and Moorgate.
Surrounded by beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, the area also offers excellent walking routes, parks and outdoor leisure facilities, perfectly complementing the exceptional family lifestyle this impressive home provides.
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About 49, Codicote Road, Welwyn
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