Priory Close, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8

Generous detached family home with annexe accommodation on peaceful residential close

Description

Situated on one of Royston’s most desirable streets, this impressive detached 1940s family home with annexe accommodation offers over 2,000 sq ft of flexible living space, all just a short distance from the town centre. Well-presented throughout, the property combines generous proportions with period charm, and includes four reception rooms, a bright and spacious lounge, a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room, a large utility area, a study, three double bedrooms upstairs, two bathrooms and an additional versatile ground floor room that could serve as a fourth bedroom or extra living space. Outside, the property enjoys a mature, enclosed rear garden, extensive driveway parking, and a detached timber outbuilding housing a self-contained annexe, a home office, and a large workshop.

The home’s attractive façade, with exposed brickwork and neatly maintained front gardens, offers immediate kerb appeal. Raised beds filled with mature plants and shrubs are framed by manicured hedgerows, setting the tone for the character and care found within. Inside, the welcoming entrance hall features Karndean flooring, integrated storage, and plenty of space for furnishings. From here, you have access to all principal reception rooms, including a spacious study, a cloakroom WC, and a particularly large boot room that runs the full depth of the house and opens out to both the side and rear gardens.

The lounge is a striking space, full of natural light thanks to its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the garden. A characterful brick fireplace forms the focal point of the room, which also boasts wood flooring, inset and pendant lighting, and ample room for furniture. The adjacent dining room continues the theme of generous proportions and tasteful finishes and room for a large dining suite. It flows seamlessly into the garden room through a wide archway, creating a semi open-plan layout ideal for family life and entertaining. Elevated slightly above the garden, the garden room is a bright and peaceful space with panoramic views, floor-to-ceiling glazing, and twin sets of French doors that lead outside. Also on the ground floor is an adaptable room with dual-aspect windows, currently used as a fourth bedroom but equally suited as an additional reception or playroom. The kitchen/breakfast room offers both style and practicality, featuring extensive fitted cabinetry, composite worktops, tiled flooring and splashbacks, and a central island with breakfast bar. Integrated appliances include a double oven, hob, extractor, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge/freezer, while the adjacent utility room provides further storage and space for laundry equipment.

Upstairs, you will find three well-sized double bedrooms. The principal bedroom overlooks the front of the house and benefits from two windows, built-in wardrobes, and an en suite bathroom complete with bath, WC, and sink. A family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, featuring a shower, WC, and basin.

The rear garden is a real highlight—generously proportioned and thoughtfully landscaped, with fencing and mature hedges providing privacy. Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden features a raised veranda near the house—ideal for alfresco dining—as well as a variety of raised beds, mature borders, and trees. It’s a wonderful space for children, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors.

A detached timber-constructed outbuilding offers significant additional space, ideal for a range of uses. This includes a self-contained annexe complete with its own lounge, sun room, kitchenette, bedroom, and en suite bathroom—perfect for multigenerational living or as a private guest suite. There’s also a generously sized home office with a shower room, and a vast workshop area with three sets of sliding double doors, providing excellent space for hobbies, storage, or even running a business from home.

Location

Priory Close is situated at the edge of Royston town centre, which provides a good range of day-to-day shops together with schooling, recreational and leisure facilities. The Royston Leisure Centre offers a gym, indoor sports hall and swimming pool. Therfield Heath is a nature reserve that covers an area of 420 acres.

There are a wide variety of sporting clubs, a golf course and woodland footpaths, a popular spot for dog walkers. There are also an extensive range of facilities in the nearby historic city of Cambridge, approximately 13 miles away.

Royston is excellent for commuters with regular direct services to Cambridge from 14 minutes, and London’s Kings Cross from 38 minutes via Stevenage, through the Thameslink stations, Gatwick airport and on to Brighton without a change of trains. For road commuters, there are good road links via the A505 and A10 to London, Stansted Airport, the A1 (M) and the M11 via the A505.

Independent schooling is available in nearby Cambridge including the renowned King’s College and St John’s College Schools, The Perse schools, and Letchworth with St Christopher’s & St Francis.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,370 sq ft