Exceptional contemporary home set in about 1.45 acres

Description

A substantial and beautifully appointed modern residence, this impressive home extends to just under 9,000 sq ft across four thoughtfully designed floors. Complementing the main house is a self contained annexe positioned above the detached triple garage, providing excellent ancillary accommodation ideal for an au pair, visiting guests, a dependent relative or a dedicated home office.
The property enjoys exceptional leisure facilities, with a superb lower ground floor incorporating a heated swimming pool, jacuzzi and fully equipped gymnasium.
Regarded as one of the finest houses in the Welwyn area, the property stands within grounds of approximately 1.45 acres. The layout, as illustrated by the floor plan, offers remarkable flexibility and has been arranged to provide both grand entertaining spaces and comfortable family living. The house also benefits from a sophisticated monitored alarm system, CCTV and a fully fitted WiFi boosted network providing consistent coverage throughout.

Accommodation

Ground Floor
The magnificent reception hall features marble flooring and a striking central staircase rising to a 360 degree galleried landing above. This level includes a cloakroom, study, elegant drawing room with central fireplace, formal dining room and a fully fitted kitchen with granite work surfaces and a comprehensive range of integrated appliances.

A pantry and utility room sit directly off the kitchen, while a separate boot room/secondary utility room provides additional practical space.

A front playroom and a further family room complete the accommodation on this floor. The drawing room, dining room, kitchen and utility room all open directly onto the rear terrace and gardens.

Basement Level
A staircase descends from the main hall to an extensive leisure complex comprising a gym and exercise room and a beautifully designed pool area. A glass partition separates the heated swimming pool and jacuzzi, with an adjoining shower and changing room. The plant room houses the boiler and filtration systems, and the pool benefits from a remote controlled cover.

First Floor
All first floor rooms are approached from a superb galleried landing with access to an exterior balcony.

The principal bedroom suite is a particular highlight, featuring a large separate dressing room and two luxurious ensuite bath/shower rooms. The guest bedroom suite also includes a dressing room and ensuite facilities. Two further bedrooms on this floor each benefit from their own dressing rooms and ensuite bath/shower rooms.

Second Floor
Stairs rise from the main landing to two additional bedrooms, a large family bathroom and a generous sitting room, offering further flexibility for family, guests or leisure use.

Outside
The property is approached from Harmer Green Lane through a pair of substantial remote controlled wrought iron gates set on brick piers. A circular brick paved driveway provides an impressive approach to the house and leads to the detached three car garage with accommodation above.

The grounds are a particular feature, extending to approximately 1.45 acres. The south westerly facing rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and framed by mature trees and shrubs, offering privacy and tranquillity. An extensive paved terrace spans the full width of the house, providing an exceptional space for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Location

Local Information
Approx. Mileages: Welwyn North Station - 0.5 mile (London Kings Cross from 18 minutes), Old Welwyn - 2.6 miles, A1(M) J6 - 2.1 miles, Harpenden - 11.1 miles, St Albans - 13 miles, London Luton Airport - 14.5 miles.
There is an excellent rail link at Welwyn North Station, which is situated just half a mile away and runs trains direct to London’s Kings Cross from 18 minutes. There are alternative stations at both Welwyn Garden City and Knebworth.
2.6 miles away is the picturesque village of Old Welwyn, which is rich in history and located on the banks of the river Mimram. The streets are home to a selection of general and specialist shops, pubs and restaurants, doctors and dentists surgeries, which all give the village a busy, vibrant feel.
Welwyn Garden City is also just over two miles south and has a number of leisure facilities, a large shopping centre with a John Lewis department store and Waitrose supermarket.
Schooling is widely available in the area, including Sherrardswood School, Heath Mount School, Queenswood, Haileybury, St Albans School and St Albans High School.
The locality offers many private and public golf courses, including both the championship courses at Hanbury Manor and Brocket Hall. There is also a branch of the popular Odyssey Health Club at nearby Knebworth.

Square Footage: 8,803 sq ft


Acreage: 1.45 Acres