3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Ox Lane, Harpenden AL5

A charming and characterful three-bedroom period family home, believed to date from the early 1900s, occupying an enviable position in one of Harpenden's most sought-after locations.

Offering approximately 1,427 sq ft (132.5 sq m) of accommodation arranged over two floors, the property presents an exciting opportunity to create a wonderful modern family home while retaining the charm and character of the original house.

Ideally situated just 0.9 miles from Harpenden's mainline railway station and High Street, the property is also conveniently located for a number of highly regarded primary and secondary schools. Having remained within the same family since 1959, the house has been a much-loved home and retains a wealth of period features, including sash windows, original fireplaces and other attractive character details.

The ground floor provides a particularly versatile arrangement, with a generous entrance hall, multiple reception rooms and a kitchen, while the first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The existing layout provides excellent flexibility and scope for reconfiguration and modernisation to suit the requirements of a contemporary family.

A particular highlight is the private rear garden extending to in excess of 100 feet. Predominantly laid to lawn and surrounded by mature planting, the garden enjoys an excellent degree of privacy and seclusion, with a patio area adjoining the house and useful side access. There is also potential for additional parking to the front.

The property offers considerable potential for extension and further improvement, subject to the necessary planning consents, making this a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period home in such a desirable location.

Combining period character, generous accommodation, a superb garden and an excellent location, this is a truly exciting opportunity for someone looking to create a wonderful long-term family home in one of Harpenden's premier residential areas. Properties offering this combination of space, potential and location are rarely available, making this a particularly special opportunity.

Ox Lane is an exclusive and central setting, fusing a charming assortment of characterful homes and just a short walk from the Victorian town centre. Thameslink is direct into St Pancras International in under 25 minutes is also within a short walk of the house. Harpenden's reputation for quality schooling is one of the many draw-cards to the town, and the renowned Manland, St Georges and Sir John Lawes Schools are all within a five minute walk.

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