Orchard Road, Tewin, Welwyn, Hertfordshire

The Property:

Situated in the prestigious Tewin Wood area, this distinctive New England style residence is a rare find and offered to the market for the first time in over 70 years. Tucked away amidst picturesque woodland, this detached home boasts over 3,500sqft. of living space, featuring five bedrooms, four bathrooms, two reception rooms and a mezzanine floor.

Description:

Nestled amidst lush and magical woodland, this spacious detached home spans over 3,500sqft. featuring five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and two reception rooms. Offering versatile accommodation throughout and fabulous features including balconies and a mezzanine floor. Inside, the house is bathed in natural light, accentuating its contemporary décor and elegant finishes.

Situated on approximately 3/4 of an acre, the property is surrounded by landscaped grounds, with the house nestled deep within. A private driveway leads to the residence, bordered by a picturesque three-tiered lawn and mature trees. At the rear, a formal garden transitions seamlessly into a wooded dell, where a studio and barns are located.

Upon entry, the home exudes a sense of spaciousness and brightness, with freshly decorated interiors. The expansive open-plan kitchen boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and doors opening onto the rear garden and side patio. A striking three-meter centre island, complete with an induction hob, offers ample storage underneath. Featuring double sinks, dark oak countertops, double oven and grey tiled floors, the kitchen is both functional, stylish and really is the focal point of the house. A split-level seating area provides views of the front garden, with a dining area situated at the rear.
Accessible from the entrance hall or dining area, an impressive music room/library reception benefits from floor-to-ceiling bay windows, flooding the space with natural light. A bedroom with garden views, a downstairs wet room, boot room, and back door complete the ground floor layout.

The first floor offers three spacious bedrooms, an en-suite to bedroom two and an exquisite sitting room with dual aspect windows and doors leading to the balconies to front the front and the rear. Fabulous vaulted ceilings adorn this room with the mezzanine floor above.
The second floor boasts the mezzanine floor, perfect for working from home or a children’s ‘hangout’ space. The large principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom and separate dressing rooms is located on this floor.

Outside, the property is enveloped by an immaculately maintained pathway garden, with established trees and shrubs. The studio, nestled in the lower wooded area, offers potential for conversion into an annex. Additionally, a barn and large cedar wood shed provide further versatility. The front lawn, designed in tiers, curves gracefully around the impressive driveway, offering ample parking space for over 20 cars.

Council Tax: Band H £4,351.92 Apr 24/Mar 25.

Location:

Tewin Wood is a sought-after residential area with large family houses which run through light woodland. There is a village store one mile away at Tewin, there are more extensive facilities in Welwyn Garden City which lies 4 miles to the south. For those wishing to commute, Welwyn North Station is under 2 miles away offering a fast and frequent service into King's Cross, from as little as 19 minutes. Junction 6 of the A1(M) is about 2½ miles away at Welwyn Village.