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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · SG14 3RN
For saleReduced £55k (−4.8%) on 14 OctListed 199 days
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About
*chain free* Rarely available, this desirable, spacious and unlisted 19th century character lodge house situated along a country lane within generous gardens of approximately 1/3 of an acre (with opportunity to rent further land) and boasting some truly stunning countryside views.
Chain free sale.
Originally the lodge house to Frogmore Hall but now separate from the estate, ‘Frogmore Lodge’ has been sympathetically enlarged and designed to provide an expansive, well-balanced family home with four double bedrooms, three generous reception rooms and two bath/shower rooms plus a downstairs cloakroom/WC.
The exterior of the property hasbeen redecorated along with renewal of the stonework copings and finials, and the roof overhauled, whilst the interior has been tastefully decorated with Farrow and Ball pigments used extensively.
The house benefits from oil fired central heating with thermostatically controlled electric underfloor heating to bathroom and ensuite, mains water supply with water softener and private drainage, double glazed hardwood windows and a professionally maintained alarm system.
With mature boundaries, the glorious plot includes fine yew and hornbeam hedges, an ornate Victorian wall, sweeping lawns, flower borders and established shrubs.
There is a generous patio with box topiary and pergola, an arbour terrace and a choice of spots in which to relax and take in the wonderful views.
Countryside walks are in abundance and can reached directly from the house and grounds. Outbuildings include a spacious double garage, stable/garden store, both with power and light, plus a store.
There is a good choice of village and town churches within a short journey of the house, along with state and private school options including Heath Mount and Haileybury.
Watton at Stone railway station is within 1.5 miles with regular trains to London.
Trains are also available from Hertford North and from Stevenage station with journey times from 24 minutes, plus services to Cambridge and the North.
The house has easy access to local services & amenities in the village which is centred around the pretty High Street with 2 public houses/eateries, Café, Post Office, community/sports centre, local school, village store, Dentist and Doctors' Surgery.
The area also has a tennis club and walking group
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