5-bedroom detached house · AL5 3AW
Sold STCListed 201 days
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About
This stunning five-bedroom, three-bathroom detached family home in the highly sought-after Roundwood area of Harpenden has been meticulously redeveloped to an exacting luxury standard.
Spanning approximately 2360 sq. ft, the property offers a perfect blend of high-end urban-contemporary design and functional family living.
Key Features From the moment you enter, the home reveals an abundance of natural light and thoughtfully curated interiors.
Luxury refurbishment and redevelopment to current building standards: Recently completed to a high specification, designed by Unique Abode and Brynmor Interiors including premium finishes, under floor heating, fibre internet connection and data wired throughout, smart monitored alarm system, modern bespoke German kitchen, quality integrated appliances, and a stylish neutral palette.
Expansive living space define the ground floor, where a magnificent open-plan kitchen, dining and family room forms the true heart of the home.
Beautifully designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, this impressive space is flooded with natural light and offers seamless connection between indoors and out.
Dual bi-folding doors open directly onto the patio and mature landscaped garden, creating a wonderful sense of flow and extending the living space during the warmer months, perfect for al fresco dining and relaxed family gatherings.
Each of the five double bedrooms is generously proportioned, offering comfort and tranquility, with the principal suite having a stylish en-suite shower room and an exceptional dressing room, thoughtfully designed for elegant organisation.
There are four further double bedrooms and two additional high-end bathrooms, one of which is on the ground floor for flexible family living.
The property offers exceptionally versatile accommodation centred around a spacious open-plan kitchen, thoughtfully complemented by a dedicated utility room and separate pantry - ensuring both practicality and seamless day-to-day living.
Two further reception rooms provide outstanding flexibility. A refined formal sitting room, complete with a wood-burning stove, offers an elegant and inviting setting for quieter evenings.
In addition, a separate and private work-from-home space allows for focused productivity while a further reception room to the rear of the property is perfectly suited as a teenager's retreat, playroom or informal snug - discreetly positioned away from the principal living areas.
The rear garden is private with a paved terrace and raised rear lawn with established mature planting.
There is a glorious garden room and covered deck area with heat /cooling air-con, electric and data-connections fully insulated and double glazed .
The front of the property has a driveway providing off-street parking for multiple vehicles .
Location & Lifestyle Perfectly positioned within walking distance of several outstanding local schools, including Roundwood Park School - recently ranked at the very top of the Sunday Times School Guide - this exceptional home is ideally suited to family life at the highest level.
The vibrant centre of Harpenden is also within a comfortable stroll, offering an excellent selection of independent boutiques, high-end retailers, cafes and restaurants.
For commuters, the fast mainline service via Thameslink provides direct access to St Pancras International, making central London readily accessible while preserving the charm and tranquility of this highly desirable Hertfordshire setting.
Enjoying close proximity to the wide open green spaces of Rothamstead Park, this superb home is perfectly placed for outdoor leisure and family recreation.
Scenic walks and natural beauty await at Batford Springs Nature Reserve, while the nearby Nickey Line offers a picturesque traffic-free route ideal for cycling , running and weekend strolls.
Agent's Notes PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE VENDOR IS RELATED TO THE AGENT. EPC rating - C Council Tax - F All viewings to be conducted by the agent Jules Middleton.
Please quote JM0792 when calling from Rightmove.
ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS We are required by law to conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all parties involved in the sale or purchase of a property.
We take the responsibility of this seriously in line with HMRC guidance in ensuring the accuracy and continuous monitoring of these checks.
Our partner, Movebutler, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. As a buyer, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per buyer for these checks.
The fee covers data collection, manual checking, and monitoring.
You will need to pay this amount directly to Movebutler and complete all Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks before your offer can be formally accepted.
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