Property Details

Property Insight:

This well-presented period property is ideally located within easy walking distance of Hitchin’s train station and cosmopolitan town centre.  As you step inside, the cottage immediately feels warm and inviting.  The entrance leads through into a bright, open-plan sitting/dining room, featuring wooden flooring, neutral décor, and plenty of space to configure a layout to suit your needs.  The sitting room is the ideal spot to unwind after a busy day, with lovely period features including a bay window and working fireplace – perfect for cosying up in front of on a winter’s evening.  There’s ample space for a large sofa, plus handy storage either side of the fireplace.  It’s easy to imagine spending enjoyable evenings here with family and friends.

The dining area is located between the sitting room and kitchen and has plenty of space for a table and chairs.  A window and glazed double doors leading to the kitchen/breakfast room introduce plenty of natural light.  Bespoke understairs cabinetry provides handy storage, and thoughtful design touches in the room include a decorative radiator cover and wall-panelling.  It’s the ideal space for enjoying relaxed family meals or for entertaining friends.

Following on from the dining room is a bright and contemporary kitchen/breakfast room.  Featuring teal shaker-style cabinetry with contrasting white work surfaces, subway tiling and wooden flooring, it’s a practical and large space which is flooded with natural light.  Appliances include an integrated gas hob, electric oven and there is space for a fridge-freezer and washing machine.  There is space to add a table and chairs and, with a part-glazed door providing direct access to the garden, it’s an ideal set up for hosting outdoor get-togethers during the summer months.  

Beyond the kitchen is a light-filled study with large, glazed doors leading to the garden and a large storage cupboard – the perfect space for anyone working from home.  A handy shower room completes the downstairs.

Upstairs are two spacious and well-proportioned double bedrooms.  Both are decorated in a calming colour palette and are light and airy, with plenty of room for furniture.  The large and stylish family bathroom has been recently refurbished.  It features a modern white suite - including a full-size spa bath and a separate double shower with a rainfall shower head – and a navy double vanity unit with brass accents.  Striking geometric floor tiles, navy walls and white subway-tiled walls finish the room perfectly.

Outside, the west-facing rear garden is extensive and features patio areas, mature borders and a lawn, providing a great space for both children to play and for adults to relax. At the front of the property is a block-paved driveway providing coveted off-street parking

Location:

Hitchin continues to be one of Hertfordshire’s most desirable towns.  With excellent transport links (fast trains to London Kings Cross take just 28 minutes and Cambridge just 33 minutes), Hitchin often features as one of the best places to live in the UK.  The town centre offers a wide selection of independent shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as a market, and has a thriving local community.  Hitchin also benefits from several schools which are rated outstanding, including the historic and renowned Hitchin Girls’ and Hitchin Boys’ schools.

These particulars are intended to give a fair and reliable description of the property but no responsibility for any inaccuracy or error can be accepted and do not constitute an offer or contract. We have not tested any services or appliances (including central heating if fitted) referred to in these particulars and the purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the working order and condition. If a property is unoccupied at any time there may be reconnection charges for any switched off/disconnected or drained services or appliances. All measurements are approximate.