5 bed detached house for sale

Hillside Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5

This attractive property has an inviting first impression continued inside where there are spacious, light-filled rooms considerately appointed in an elegant, neutral style. The sitting room at the front of the house has a large bay window affording excellent natural light, as well as a feature open fireplace – the perfect space for formal entertaining. At the rear of the house, the stunning open plan kitchen, dining room and snug serves as the heart of the family home, providing a welcoming space for relaxing. The kitchen is light and open, with a range of storage options and a number of premium integrated appliances including Bosch ovens, with plenty of work surface space across the L-shaped counters and a central breakfast island. The dining area overlooks the garden via a set of bifold doors and there is a welcoming snug, useful utility room with space for laundry machines, a cloakroom and a built-in storage area in the entrance hall to complete the ground floor.

The first-floor accommodation includes a generous principal bedroom at the back of the house, overlooking the garden, with its own en suite shower room and dressing room. There are two further bedrooms at the front of the house which share a family bathroom. On the second floor, two spacious double bedrooms are built into the eaves, which provide useful storage. They also share a bathroom.

Outside
The house is set back from the road behind a private driveway which leads up to an attached garage, ideal for storage. A paved path leads up to the front door, while an astroturf lawn edged by shrubs adds a splash of colour. The rear garden is a good size, enclosed by mature trees and hedges affording a high degree of privacy. Adjoining the house, a paved terrace is well situated for evening entertaining, while a separate terrace at the end of the garden captures the sun.

Location
Harpenden has a thriving High Street and comprehensive range of shopping facilities, including Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and a Marks and Spencer store. It boasts an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops and numerous independent shops. The town is home to several outstanding state schools as well as independent schools, with further options accessible in nearby St Albans or Hemel Hempstead. Good sporting and leisure facilities include a sports centre with indoor swimming pool, rugby, tennis, bowling and cricket clubs, together with three golf courses. Cycling, riding and walking can be enjoyed in the Woodland Trust’s Heartwood Forest and Rothamsted Estate.

Floorplans
Main House internal area 2,675 sq ft (248.5 sq m)
Summer house internal area 63 sq ft (5.9 sq m)
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Directions
From Strutt & Parker’s Harpenden office, turn right onto Bower’s Parade and then right onto the High Street/A1081. Follow the road for half a mile and then turn right onto Hillside Road, just before the Tesco Express on the opposite side of the road. The property will be found on the left-hand side after approximately 100 metres.
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General
Local Authority: St Albans City & District Council
Services: Mains electricity, drainage and water. Gas-fired central heating.
Council Tax: Band F
EPC Rating: Tbc

Distances
Harpenden town centre 0.6 miles
Wheathampstead 3.8 miles
Redbourn 4.8 miles
St. Albans 6.0 miles
Welwyn Garden City 8.5 miles
Hemel Hempstead 9.5 miles
Hatfield 9.1 miles

Nearby Stations
Harpenden Station
Luton Airport
Parkway Station
Luton Station
St Albans City Station
St Albans Abbey Station

Key Locations
Rothamsted Park
Rothamsted Manor
Harpenden Common
The Eric Morecambe Centre
Heartwood Forest
The Nickey Line
St Albans Cathedral
Verulamium Park
Luton Hoo
Knebworth House and Gardens
Stockwood Discovery Centre
Whipsnade Zoo
Shaws Corner (National Trust)

Nearby Schools
High Beeches Primary School
Crabtree Infants’ and Junior School
Manland Primary School
St. George’s School
Sir John Lawes School
Aldwickbury School
St. Hilda’s School
The King’s School
St. Albans High School for Girls
St. Albans Boys School
Beechwood Park School

The house is set back from the road behind a private driveway which leads up to an attached garage, ideal for storage. A paved path leads up to the front door, while an astroturf lawn edged by shrubs adds a splash of colour. The rear garden is a good size, enclosed by mature trees and hedges affording a high degree of privacy. Adjoining the house, a paved terrace is well situated for evening entertaining, while a separate terrace at the end of the garden captures the sun.

Distances
Harpenden town centre 0.6 miles
Wheathampstead 3.8 miles
Redbourn 4.8 miles
St. Albans 6.0 miles
Welwyn Garden City 8.5 miles
Hemel Hempstead 9.5 miles
Hatfield 9.1 miles

Nearby Stations
Harpenden Station
Luton Airport
Parkway Station
Luton Station
St Albans City Station
St Albans Abbey Station

Key Locations
Rothamsted Park
Rothamsted Manor
Harpenden Common
The Eric Morecambe Centre
Heartwood Forest
The Nickey Line
St Albans Cathedral
Verulamium Park
Luton Hoo
Knebworth House and Gardens
Stockwood Discovery Centre
Whipsnade Zoo
Shaws Corner (National Trust)

Nearby Schools
High Beeches Primary School
Crabtree Infants’ and Junior School
Manland Primary School
St. George’s School
Sir John Lawes School
Aldwickbury School
St. Hilda’s School
The King’s School
St. Albans High School for Girls
St. Albans Boys School
Beechwood Park School