The Chowns, Harpenden, Hertfordshire

A detached 4-bedroom family home located in a sought-after West Common cul de sac in the desirable West Common area.

Storm porch | Reception hall | Sitting room | Dining room | Study | Conservatory Kitchen/breakfast room | Cloakroom | 4 Bedrooms, 1 en suite | Family bathroom | Garden | Double garage | External stores | EPC rating D

The property
10 The Chowns is an attractive part-tile-hung property offering more than 2,100 sq. ft. of flexible accommodation arranged in an L-shape over two light-filled floors. Configured to provide an ideal family and entertaining space, the ground floor accommodation flows from a welcoming wooden floored entrance hall with useful storage and cloakroom. It comprises a large front aspect sitting room, feature exposed stone fireplace and patio doors to a vaulted conservatory with French doors to the terrace, and a generous dining room. Adjacent is a spacious kitchen/breakfast room with a range of wall and base units, modern integrated appliances, space for a good-sized table and a fitted utility area with a door to the terrace. A well-proportioned front aspect study completes the ground floor.

On the first floor the property provides a large dual aspect principal bedroom with built-in storage and contemporary fully-tiled en suite shower room, three further well-proportioned bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.

Location
The Chowns is a peaceful cul de sac located in the heart of West Common, offering quiet and exclusive living. Harpenden has a thriving High Street and comprehensive range of shopping facilities including Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and a Marks and Spencer store. It boasts an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops and numerous independent shops. The town is home to several outstanding state schools, with independent schools nearby including Beechwood Park, St. Albans High School and Boys’ School and Aldwickbury Prep School. Good sporting and leisure facilities include a sports centre with indoor swimming pool, rugby, tennis, bowling and cricket clubs, together with three golf courses. Cycling, riding and walking can be enjoyed in the Woodland Trust’s Heartwood Forest and Rothamsted Estate.

Outside
Set behind an area of level lawn and having plenty of kerb appeal, the property is approached over a block-paved side driveway providing private parking and giving access to the link-attached double garage. The well-maintained enclosed garden is laid mainly to level lawn bordered by well-stocked flower and shrub beds and features a spacious wraparound paved terrace, ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining.

Harpenden and station 1.9 miles (London St. Pancras International 24 minutes), St. Albans 3.6 miles, Luton 7.7 miles, Hemel Hempstead 8.0 miles, Welwyn Garden City 8.7 miles, M1 (Jct. 9) 4.7 miles, London Luton Airport 8.3 miles, London Heathrow Airport 32.6 miles, central London 34.1 miles