5 bed detached house for sale

Swallow View, Lower Stondon, Henlow, Bedfordshire SG16

Set on a private road, with only the two houses, this immaculate five double-bedroom detached house in the popular village of Lower Stondon, Henlow, has some much to offer!

Designed with family living in mind, it offers generous and flexible space across three reception rooms, an open-plan kitchen/diner, five double bedrooms, three bathrooms and a downstairs cloakroom, along with a double garage.

At the heart of the home is a bright, open-plan kitchen with a breakfast bar, built-in pantries and excellent natural light. There is ample room for both a dining area and a relaxed breakfast space, making it a real hub for everyday family life as well as entertaining. A separate utility room helps to keep household chores neatly tucked away.

The property offers three reception rooms. The first reception room, a large living room features large windows, providing plenty of natural light and is a comfortable setting for relaxing. A second reception room with large windows and a garden outlook is ideal as a more formal dining room, playroom or snug. The third reception room, also with large windows, offers further flexibility for use as a home office, television room, or as a hobby space.

Upstairs, the master bedroom includes an en-suite and built-in wardrobes, providing both convenience and storage. The second double bedroom also benefits from its own en-suite, making it well suited for guests, older children or multigenerational living. Three further double bedrooms, serviced by the family bathroom, offer plenty of room for a growing family or visiting relatives.

All three bathrooms are finished with rain showers and heated towel rails, adding a modern, practical touch and ensuring busy mornings run smoothly.

Outside, there is a good sized, low maintenance garden, perfect for entertaining and enjoying summer days, with convenient side access from both sides of the house.
The house also benefits from a ready-made vegetable patch to the side of the garage, for the more adventurous green fingers!

The property offers ample parking for multiple cars, additional visitor bays, as well as a double garage, providing further parking and additional storage.

Lower Stondon is known for its access to nearby schools, local amenities and green spaces. Day-to-day needs are well catered for by local shops and services in the village and surrounding area, with a choice of pubs, cafés and small retailers in nearby Hitchin. Families can take advantage of local schooling options in and around the village, as well as a range of clubs and activities in the wider area.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are nearby parks, walking routes and cycling routes around Lower Stondon and the Bedfordshire countryside, offering attractive spaces for weekend strolls, running or bike rides.

Transport links are convenient for commuters. Railway stations at Arlesey and Hitchin are both accessible by a short drive. From Arlesey, services run to London King’s Cross and St Pancras International, with typical journey times from around 35–45 minutes, while Hitchin offers additional fast services into London and towards Cambridge and Peterborough. Road connections via the A1 and M1 open up easy routes to Stevenage, Bedford, Letchworth, Luton and beyond.

Overall, this five-bedroom detached family house in Lower Stondon combines well-planned internal space with good local amenities, green surroundings and practical transport options, making it a strong choice for families looking to put down roots in the area.

Important Note to Potential Purchasers & Tenants:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Potential purchasers: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. Potential tenants: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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