5 bed detached house for sale

Gun Lane, Knebworth, Hertfordshire SG3

A rare opportunity has arisen to acquire this beautifully presented 1950s five-bedroom detached residence, situated in a highly desirable Knebworth location. Ideally positioned within walking distance of the train station, local high street amenities, and excellent schooling, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience, style, and privacy.

Known as ‘The Deepings’, this striking red-brick residence combines period charm and character with a modern interior twist. Set just off Gun Lane, the property enjoys a secluded position, enhanced by gated access and a substantial gravelled driveway providing ample parking for multiple vehicles leading to a garage.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into a spacious entrance hall, which provides access to all ground-floor accommodation. To the front, there is a 17ft lounge, flooded with natural light, alongside a separate dining room featuring a charming bay window. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the impressive 30ft kitchen/family room, which spans the full width of the property. This versatile space includes modern fitted appliances, a central breakfast island, a formal dining area, and a casual seating area, complete with bi-folding doors that open seamlessly onto the rear garden. Completing the ground floor are a convenient cloakroom and a practical laundry room.

The first floor continues to impress with five generously sized bedrooms. The principal suite features a dressing room and an en-suite shower room, while the second bedroom also benefits from its own en-suite. A well-appointed family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.

Externally, the property offers a beautifully maintained, west-facing landscaped garden, providing a perfect combination of paved seating areas and a spacious lawn – ideal for entertaining or enjoying outdoor family life and a workshop with power and lighting.

‘The Deepings’ is a rare find, offering an exceptional blend of period character, modern living, and a prime location within Knebworth.

Energy rating: C

Knebworth is well placed for the neighbouring towns and has a bustling High Street with shops that cater for daily needs. These include: A chemist, post office, doctors’ surgery, two dentists, Co-op general store, Indian restaurant, Chinese take away, two cafés, wine merchants, independent butcher & a well-regarded junior/mixed infant school. There are C of E & rc churches, Golf club & recreation ground with tennis courts & bowling green.

The following distances are for guidance only: Stanstead airport 28 miles – Luton airport 13 miles – Heathrow airport 39 miles - Welwyn Gdn City 6 miles – A1(m) 3.6 miles – Hertford 8.5 miles – St Albans 13 miles – M25 Jct 23 14 miles.

As with many local villages, the current local plan includes areas of proposed development. For further details visit the North Herts District Council website.