4 bed terraced house for sale

Park Hill, Harpenden AL5

Arranged over three floors, the property retains
a number of original features, including exposed
wooden floors, characterful fireplaces and picture
rails, all typical of the 1920s. The tastefully presented interiors begin with the entrance hall which leads to an open-plan sitting room, zoned into two distinct seating areas. Each area features a working fireplace with built-in storage. The space flows into the kitchen/breakfast room with an attractive vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and Velux windows.
The Harvey Jones kitchen is fitted with a butler
sink and central island for casual dining. There is
a Rangemaster cooker and integrated appliances
including a fridge freezer and dishwasher. The kitchen has the added benefit of underfloor heating and bifold doors opening onto the garden terrace, extending the living space outdoors. There is also a WC/utility room. The first floor has three bedrooms, one with a fitted wardrobe and two with original fireplaces.
All are served by the family bathroom with roll-top
bath and walk-in shower. Stairs rise to the second floor en suite principal bedroom, which enjoys views across the garden and beyond.

Outside
The house has an attractive traditional façade with
an established wisteria and gravel driveway with
parking for one car. A side passage provides access to the impressive 160ft garden. Originally an orchard, it features beautiful fruit trees, mature hedging and a range of attractive shrubs and perennial planting. A paved terrace with pergola and a bar area provides a charming space for relaxing and entertaining. There is also a garden shed and summer house to the rear which has power and WiFi and could be used as a home office/playroom/gym.

Location
This home is situated in a popular area of Harpenden with its own amenities and good schools nearby including Roundwood Park School (juniors and seniors) just moments away, and Wood End School distance too. There is excellent access to local walks, parks and cycling routes locally. 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.
Harpenden town centre 0.7 miles
Redbourn 4.5 miles
Wheathampstead 3.9 miles
St. Albans 5.6 miles
Welwyn Garden City 8.7 miles
Nearby Stations
Harpenden Station
Luton Parkway 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
Roundwood Park School
Roundwood Primary School
Wood End School
High Beeches Primary School
Crabtree Infants’ and Junior School
Manland Primary School
St Nicholas 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