4 bed detached house for sale

Meadow Vale, Wheathampstead, St. Albans AL4

Situated in the sought-after village of Wheathampstead, just a short drive from Harpenden, this exceptional four-bedroom family home offers the perfect balance of village convenience and tranquil semi-rural living. This beautiful family home enjoys magnificent countryside views to both the front and rear, a double driveway, south-facing gardens and a private meadow (approx. 1 acre) backing onto the River Lea.
The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged across three floors and is filled with natural light throughout. At the front of the home is an elegant and welcoming lounge, while the true centrepiece and heart of the property is the stunning open-plan kitchen and dining space to the rear. Fully fitted with high-quality integrated appliances and underfloor heating, the space centres around an impressive 8ft island with breakfast bar. Perfectly positioned to take in the surrounding landscape, dual-aspect bi-fold doors open onto the terrace and frame uninterrupted views across the garden, meadow and countryside beyond, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living space ideal for both entertaining and everyday family life. A separate utility area with an additional sink adds further practicality.
The first floor offers three generously sized bedrooms, all with extensive built-in wardrobes, along with a spacious family bathroom complete with both a bath and a separate shower.
Occupying the entire second floor is a magnificent principal suite. This luxurious retreat features built-in wardrobes and enjoys far-reaching countryside views to both the front and rear of the property. A beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom with a walk-in marble-tiled shower and twin sinks completes this impressive space. Additional eaves storage is accessed from the bedroom, along with loft access from the landing.
Outside, the south-facing rear garden extends to approximately 60ft and has been thoughtfully landscaped to provide an attractive and private setting. A generous paved terrace offers the perfect space for outdoor dining and entertaining, leading onto a wide expanse of lawn bordered by mature planting, including established wisteria and climbing roses.
Beyond the garden lies one of the property’s most unique and special features: Direct access to a beautiful private meadow leading down to the River Lea. Shared and equally owned by the five neighbouring homes comprising Meadow Vale, this idyllic natural space provides a rare extension of the garden landscape and includes a large barn for storage and an allotment area. The meadow is home to an abundance of wildlife, including swans, herons and pheasants and with the arrival of the spring lambs in the farmers’ fields beyond, the setting offers fully immersive countryside living.

Built in 2011, Meadow Vale is an exclusive development of just five detached homes. Number 5 Meadow Vale enjoys a double driveway, a sheltered side alley and totally uninterrupted views across the surrounding Hertfordshire countryside, creating a rare sense of privacy and open space.
The historic village of Wheathampstead enjoys a thriving community with an excellent selection of cafés, restaurants and bars, together with everyday conveniences including a grocery store and traditional bakery and butcher. The village also offers sports clubs, playgrounds, churches, doctors, dentists and hairdressers, as well as a choice of three well-regarded primary schools (both state and independent). Harpenden town centre and mainline station are just over 1.5 miles away, providing excellent connections, while several of the area’s most highly regarded secondary schools are within easy reach.

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