4 bed detached house for sale

Cleaver House, Church Street, Shillington SG5

Chain Free Victorian Home With Annex Potential, Games Room & Extensive Living Space

Cleaver House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, well proportioned and highly versatile Victorian residence, combining period elegance with exceptional flexibility for modern family living, in the heart of the village of Shillington.

This impressive four-bedroom home offers beautifully proportioned accommodation throughout and, most notably, outstanding potential for the creation of a substantial self-contained annex or secondary living space. Whether for multi-generational living, dependent relatives, independent teenagers, guest accommodation, or even a lifestyle-led income opportunity, the layout naturally lends itself to a variety of future uses. The scale and configuration of the property provide buyers with the rare chance to create a truly adaptable long-term home capable of evolving alongside changing family needs.

Upon entering, the property's character and sense of space are immediately apparent. The ground floor offers an exceptional range of reception accommodation, with five versatile reception rooms creating flexibility rarely found in homes of this style. A formal dining room with feature fireplace provides an elegant entertaining space, while additional reception areas could comfortably function as family rooms, a snug, home office, library, or playroom.

At the heart of the home is a fabulous kitchen/breakfast room, thoughtfully designed for both day-to-day family life and entertaining. With a dedicated dining area and excellent proportions, this sociable space perfectly balances practicality with character.

The annex potential is undoubtedly one of Cleaver House’s defining features. The existing layout with it’s downstairs living area, 1st floor bedroom with en-suite, creates a clear opportunity to establish independent living accommodation with its own distinct identity, making the property particularly attractive to buyers seeking flexibility for extended family occupation or future-proofed living arrangements. Opportunities of this nature are increasingly rare and highly sought after in today’s market.

The first floor of the main house provides a further three generous bedrooms alongside a spacious bathroom ensuring comfortable accommodation for growing families. Throughout the home, multiple original feature fireplaces reinforce the property's Victorian heritage and add warmth and personality to the principal rooms.
Externally, the property continues to impress. There is valuable off-street parking together with a separate outbuilding offering additional storage, workshop potential, or scope for further adaptation subject to any necessary consents. A particularly unique feature is the former historic butcher’s shop, now creatively converted into a stylish games and entertainment room, providing a superb additional recreational space with enormous character.

Cleaver House occupies a desirable village setting with everyday amenities including a local shop, traditional public house, and petrol station all within easy reach, creating an attractive balance between rural community living and convenience.

The vibrant market town of Hitchin, renowned for its independent shops, cafes, restaurants and mainline railway station serving London Kings Cross and Cambridge, lies approximately seven miles away.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, versatility, and exceptional annex potential this remarkable Victorian home has to offer.

Floorplan and brochure disclaimer
All measurements are approximate all images are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on or form any part of a legal contract. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.

Viewing information
By appointment only through Putterills of Hertfordshire, through whom all negotiations should be conducted.

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