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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · SG5 3SB
For saleReduced £150k (−13%) on 26 OctListed 153 days
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About
A modern four bedroom house with a separate one bedroom annexe, a double car port and garage and two private enclosed garden areas.
This semi-detached barn conversion is on the edge of a development associated with Old Ramerick Manor and was built approximately 10 years ago. It has approximately 1,721 sq. ft.
of accommodation over two floors with a further 553 sq. ft. in the annexe which could be used as self contained accommodation.
There is a parking area providing parking for up to eight cars and a further space behind gates by the annexe.
The main house entrance hall has built-in storage, a cloakroom and access to the three reception rooms including an office, a snug, and a sitting room with two sets of French doors to the front patio and a wood burning stove.
The kitchen/dining room has bi-fold doors to a wide patio area with steps up to the enclosed garden which is laid to lawn with an inset trampoline.
The front garden has a further private patio with steps up to another enclosed garden with lawns and mature shrubs and trees.
Snug and Kitchen/Dining Room The snug has bi-fold doors to the garden and double doors to the open plan kitchen/dining room, which also has bi-fold doors to the garden, giving a good flow through the space for modern family life and entertaining.
The modern kitchen has high-gloss cabinetry in a neutral grey tone with contrasting white splashbacks and quartz work surfaces, and an oak breakfast bar.
Integrated appliances include two wall-mounted double ovens and microwave, a wide induction hob with concealed extractor hood, a fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
First Floor The principal bedroom has a dressing area with built-in wardrobes and an en suite shower room with a rainfall shower, a WC, a vanity unit with inset basin, and a Velux window.
Bedroom two has fitted wardrobes and is adjacent to the main bathroom. Bedroom three has a range of fitted wardrobes and also has an en-suite with a shower, WC, wash basin and Velux window.
The fourth bedroom is currently used as a dressing room/walk in wardrobe. Annexe The separate self-contained annexe provides versatile accommodation for extended family or guests.
On the ground floor there is a hallway, a shower room and a sitting/dining room with a built-in kitchen area with an electric oven and hob and units with an inset sink.
Sliding doors lead out to a terrace/parking area. Stairs from the hall lead to a first floor landing with built-in storage and access to a dual aspect double bedroom with windows to side and rear.
The front garden could be used as a private garden for the annexe. Location Ickleford is a village in Hertfordshire which blends rural charm and modern convenience.
The village has amenities including a village shop, beauty salon and historic pubs such as The Old George and The Plume of Feathers.
The highly regarded Ickleford primary and Priory secondary schools are within a short walk.
The surrounding Hertfordshire countryside provides leisurely walks across the surrounding fields or along the picturesque River Hiz.
With its close proximity to the highly popular market town of Hitchin, the property is only a few minutes' drive from Hitchin’s town centre with its wealth of restaurants, bars and boutiques.
Value & comps
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About Bedford Road, Ickleford, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5
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