Poynings Close, Harpenden, Hertfordshire

This impressive family home offers beautifully landscaped gardens and wonderful living spaces in a peaceful, semi-rural setting on the edge of Harpenden.

At a glance
4 reception rooms
4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No through road
Double garage
Swimming pool
Freehold
Residential
2,858 sq ft

This charming home offers generous accommodation while enjoying a tranquil setting within easy reach of Harpenden’s highly regarded schools and vibrant town centre. The house is approached via a private driveway at the end of a quiet close and the peaceful setting feels remarkably rural despite being well connected to local amenities.

Stepping through the porch into the entrance hall, the well-proportioned layout immediately becomes apparent, with the hallway leading to the various reception rooms that flow naturally through the ground floor.

The dining room offers a comfortable space for formal meals, whilst the generously sized sitting room features an open fireplace and provides a focal point for family gatherings. Adjacent is the family room, and a dedicated study offers the perfect solution for those working from home or needing a quiet retreat.

At the heart of the home lies the expansive kitchen and breakfast room, with a stylish breakfast bar that encourages informal dining and easy conversation. The area enjoys generous ceiling heights and a bright, airy feel, with a pantry providing useful storage and a utility room offering further workspace. From the kitchen, a door opens to the garden while another leads directly to the garage.

Upstairs, all four bedrooms are thoughtfully appointed with fitted wardrobes throughout. The main bedroom is particularly impressive, featuring an en suite shower room and sliding doors that open onto a Juliet balcony with views across the gardens and surrounding countryside. Two further double bedrooms each benefit from their own en suite bathrooms with baths, with one bedroom offering flexible interconnecting accommodation that could suit family arrangements or provide additional dressing room space. The property has been carefully maintained, though the décor throughout reflects a more traditional style and some rooms would benefit from modernisation.

The property’s eco-friendly features include solar PV panels and solar water heating, with the potential to reduce energy bills significantly.

Outside
The property occupies a prime position at the end of the cul de sac. To the front, the double garage has an electric door and the driveway offers additional parking. The gardens are the true jewel of this property, professionally designed by a Chelsea garden designer. Over the years, the owners have expanded the grounds to approximately an acre.

The gardens have been thoughtfully zoned and expertly landscaped, featuring extensive areas of lawn, established borders with mature trees and shrubs, and a covered vegetable patch. An irrigation system integrated into the lawn ensures effortless maintenance. The heated swimming pool, powered by an energy-efficient heat pump, provides a wonderful amenity for family enjoyment.

At the far end of the lawn, a charming arbour catches the evening sun and the gardens afford complete privacy, with open fields and mature trees beyond the boundaries. Throughout the seasons, the outdoor space provides ever-changing interest and an instant connection to the surrounding countryside.

The property’s eco-friendly features include solar PV panels and solar water heating, with the potential to reduce energy bills significantly.

Location
Harpenden has a thriving High Street and comprehensive range of shopping facilities, including Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer. It boasts an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops and numerous independent shops. The town is home to several outstanding state schools as well as independent schools, with further options in nearby St Albans or Hemel Hempstead. Good sporting and leisure facilities include a sports centre with indoor swimming pool, rugby, tennis, bowling and cricket clubs, together with three golf courses – one just across the road from the property. Cycling, riding and walking can be enjoyed in the Woodland Trust’s Heartwood Forest and Rothamsted Estate.

Distances
Harpenden town centre 1.1 miles
Wheathampstead 2.6 miles
Redbourn 3.5 miles
St Albans 5.3 miles
Welwyn Garden City 7.5 miles
Hatfield 8 miles
Hemel Hempstead 8.5 miles

Nearby Stations
Harpenden Station
Luton Parkway Station
St Albans City Station
St Albans Abbey Station

Key Locations
Rothamsted Park
Rothamsted Manor
Harpenden Common
The Eric Morecambe Centre
Heartwood Forest
The Nickey Line
St Albans Cathedral
Verulamium Park
Luton Hoo
Knebworth House and Gardens
Stockwood Discovery Centre
Whipsnade Zoo
Shaws Corner (National Trust)

Nearby Schools
Crabtree Infants and Junior School
Wood End School
Roundwood Park School
High Beeches Primary School
Manland Primary School
St. George’s School
Sir John Lawes School
Aldwickbury School
St. Hilda’s School
The King’s School
St. Albans High School for Girls
St. Albans Boys School
Beechwood Park School