Lower Plantation, Loudwater, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3

Stunning family home in a tucked away private location

Description

3 Lower Plantation is an attractive modern house subsequently substantially extended, updated and improved by the current owners in more recent year to form a fabulous contemporary home of great charm and quality incorporating some of the very latest technology throughout. The current owners have sourced the very best quality fitments including Crestron Smart Home automation system which controls the multi room audio visual, Lutron lighting and Sonos sound system. Gas central heating, wet and dry underfloor heating, split level air conditioning and twin Megaflow water system. The very latest ‘state of the art’ fitted kitchen from the renowned Spanish manufacturer Mobalco incorporating the very latest Miele integrated appliances and Zip Hypno tap system.

Ground Floor
Approached by an attractive feature style glazed entrance vestibule to a magnificent reception hall which opens in turn to a music room with doors open to the rear patio. Glazed double doors open from the reception hall to a elegant morning room with feature mood lighting which in turn opens to a 'state of the art' cinema/media room with split level air conditioning and
underfloor heating. Ten custom made heated leather seats with full reclining and massaging function and heated and refrigerated cup holders. Latest Atmos 12 digital speaker system supported by sound and picture hardware which includes automatically selectable DVD and CD expandable storage and 4K digital projector able to stream latest movies direct from providers and stored on an integrated server. Choice of viewing on 109 inch retractable screen or 77 inch 4K smart TV. The entire audio/visual system as well as blinds and lighting is controllable via a dedicated IPAD.

This room links through with stairs to a snooker/games room which has split level air conditioning and 4 ADAX smart panel heaters. Bedroom six has underfloor heating and a dressing room and shower room. This end of the house lends itself to the possibility of being used as a separate annexe if required.

From the reception hall is an inner hallway which leads to a lovely family room with wood flooring, inset spotlighting and feature mood lighting with bi-fold doors to the rear terrace and gardens. To the front of the house is the dining room. To the rear is an outstanding feature of the property which is the kitchen/breakfast room by Mobalco recently totally refurbished throughout with beautiful white silestone work surfaces incorporating the latest ‘state of the art’ technology, fittings and appliances. There is a comprehensive range of wall
and base units incorporating a sub zero Miele fridge freezer, Franke double sink, Zip Hypno tap which can provide boiled, chilled, natural or sparkling water. The kitchen has variable colour mood lighting, Miele combination microwave, coffee maker and steam oven. There is a feature central island
with Miele five ring gas hob and Miele extractor unit, large Miele oven, warming drawers, breakfast table, Miele dual temperature controlled wine store, bi-fold doors lead to the garden. From the kitchen there is a utility area with Miele washing machine, dryer and larder. The kitchen has underfloor heating. From the kitchen there is a beautifully appointed indoor swimming pool with sliding patio doors to the garden and feature lighting to the ceiling, cloakroom, boiler/pump room, changing room and sauna.

First Floor
As you climb the stairs there is a picturesque mural on the landing. All bedrooms have split level air-conditioning underfloor heating and warm air heating as do the bathrooms as well as smart control for curtain, blinds audio (Sonos in all rooms) TV satellite and lighting. The principal bedroom has again been superbly appointed with a comprehensive range of built-in wardrobes to a high standard and electronically operated curtains. It has a fine double aspect with a balcony to the front of the property. Secret double doors open to the opulent marble bathroom with whirlpool bath with feature decorative tiling. Bedroom two enjoys a fine view of the rear garden with its own dressing room and en suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom to this floor, all well presented.


Gardens and Grounds
The property is approached over a wide block pavioured driveway providing extensive parking space with manicured lawns, stocked and tended borders to the front. Side access leads to a beautifully maintained and immaculately
presented garden which forms a stunning feature of the property. The gardens are set off by a magnificent water feature which has a beautifully lit feature circular fountain that sits immediately to the rear of the property and creates a
most stunning atmosphere which can be enjoyed by a seating area. There are extensive and beautifully maintained areas of lawn, well stocked and tended flowerbeds, borders, well enclosed by extensive hedging, mature trees, plants and shrubs. There is a retractable motorized awning to the rear and the watering system to both the front and back lawns and also auto watering for the baskets and flower beds. There is a large concealed shed to house the water tank and for general storage. There are some useful sheds tucked away to the far right hand corner of the plot, gazebo and greenhouse and the garden is floodlight also.

Location

Lower Plantation is a mature road of individual houses situated in the exclusive Loudwater Estate approximately two miles from Rickmansworth town centre and station. Loudwater is one of Rickmansworth’s most sought after areas comprising a wealth of highly individual character homes of quality situated around a gated estate, set on the slopes of the Chess Valley, with the river Chess and walks.

Amenities
Rickmansworth is a busy commuter town combining an eclectic mix of the old and new with an excellent selection of restaurants and public houses. The town offers a comprehensive shopping centre with the food halls of Marks & Spencer, Waitrose and Tesco, a range of sports and recreation facilities including tennis courts, rugby, cricket club, golf courses, football, and at the Aquadrome, sailing, fishing and waterskiing, a leisure centre, theatre and
library.

Schools
There is an excellent selection of good schools, both private and state within the area including the Royal Masonic School for Girls, St Clement Danes, York House, Joan of Arc and Rickmansworth School.

Transport
Rickmansworth Station provides a frequent Metropolitan Line service to the City and the Chiltern Turbo a fast main line service to Marylebone. The M25 can be accessed at Junctions 17 and 18, with links to the motorway network and major airports.

Square Footage: 5,809 sq ft



Directions

From Rickmansworth Station proceed along the A404 towards Chorleywood. Shortly after the Royal Masonic School, take the first right into Loudwater Lane. Follow the road to the end and turn left into Sarratt Lane and continue along the road for about ½ a mile and then turn right into Lower Plantation take the next left turning.

Additional Info

Gardens and Grounds
The property is approached over a wide block pavioured driveway providing extensive parking with lawns, stocked and tended borders to the front. The rear garden is a fabulous setting for this home with extensive and beautifully maintained areas of lawn, well stocked and tended flowerbeds, borders, enclosed by extensive hedging, mature trees, plants and shrubs together with a feature central fountain with a seating area plus a gazebo by the rose path. There is a retractable motorized awning to the rear and the watering system to both the front and back lawns and also auto watering for the baskets and flower beds. A concealed shed to the rear houses a water tank and space general storage. Some sheds are tucked away to the far right hand corner of the plot, The gardens are flood lit and the plot is approaching.......