Stocks Road, Aldbury, Tring, Hertfordshire HP23

Set at the centre of this historic village, Candle Cottage is a beautifully proportioned four bedroom Victorian home that pairs period character with quiet modernity, beautifully.

Little more than a mile from Tring Station, yet set against the rolling backdrop of Ashridge Forest, the house enjoys a rare combination of rural idyll and city accessibility.

Dating to around 1850, the house began life as the Schoolmaster’s residence before later becoming the village Police House, and its heritage is evident in every detail. From the steep gables and polychromatic brickwork to the soft, weathered clay peg tile roof, each element speaks to a time of enduring craftsmanship, carefully preserved.

The current owners have lived here for over 30 years, during which time they have thoughtfully extended and reconfigured the space for modern life, while remaining respectful of the building’s original fabric and proportions.

Inside, the house opens into a pretty hallway. To the front, the sitting room looks out over the village duckpond and centres around a large original fireplace. Deep, richly toned walls give the room an intimate, grounded feel. Further in, at the centre of the house, lies an open-plan kitchen and dining room. A quiet study area is zoned within this space; a discreet and functional addition.

To the rear, a family room with bifold doors opens directly onto the garden. A triangular window and a wood-burning stove add warmth and architectural interest. From here, the house leads into a spacious utility and boot room, with further access to the garden. Beyond lies a studio/study - ideal for home working - along with a ground floor cloakroom.

Upstairs, the four bedrooms are arranged around a central landing. The principal bedroom features a walk-through wardrobe, and all rooms enjoy either garden views or leafy glimpses of the village beyond. A modern family bathroom completes the first floor.

Outside, the garden is quietly secluded and thoughtfully planted. Mature borders and established lawns frame the house, while a paved terrace provides space for alfresco dining. A lavender-edged pathway leads to the garage and private parking area, and a timber pergola adds a sculptural focal point.

Beyond the garden gate, walking trails lead from the doorstep into National Trust woodland, while Tring Station - just down the road - connects to London Euston in under 40 minutes.

Candle Cottage is a rare opportunity to live at the heart of one of the Chilterns’ most picturesque villages. A home with a gentle sense of permanence, shaped by the past but deeply in tune with the present, it offers not just a place to live, but a way of living: rooted in community, surrounded by nature and enriched by the quiet beauty of craftsmanship.

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