Wrights Orchard, Aston, Hertfordshire, SG2

This deceptively spacious and beautifully presented three-bedroom family home, set within the highly regarded village of Aston, has been thoughtfully refurbished and extended to create a stylish and highly functional living environment suited to modern day living. The current owners have clearly invested a great deal of care and attention, resulting in a home that is ready for immediate occupation.

Upon entering, the property benefits from a welcoming porch leading through to a well-planned ground floor layout. The standout feature is the impressive 22ft lounge/diner, designed with an open, sociable feel and enhanced by bi-folding doors opening onto the rear garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection and flooding the space with natural light. In addition, there is a further reception room offering excellent versatility, whether utilised as a family room, playroom or a more formal dining space depending on individual needs.

The ground floor is further complemented by a contemporary kitchen, a separate utility room, and the added convenience of a stylish shower room with WC.

Upstairs, the property continues to impress with three well-balanced bedrooms, including a principal bedroom benefiting from a walk-in wardrobe. The family bathroom has been finished to a high standard, featuring a four-piece suite with both a bath and a separate shower cubicle.

Externally, the rear garden has been attractively landscaped to provide an enjoyable outdoor setting, ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. To the front, off-street parking is available for two vehicles.

Overall, this is a superb example of a fully upgraded home, where all the hard work has been done, allowing a buyer to simply move straight in and enjoy.

Although Aston Village is relatively small, it offers a rich range of amenities and activities for its residents. The local primary school was recently awarded “Outstanding” in all areas following its latest Ofsted inspection, highlighting the village’s strong focus on education.

Sporting and recreational opportunities are plentiful, with facilities for tennis, bowls, cricket, table tennis, golf, and Pilates, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the allotments and a vibrant local gardening community. Astonbury Woods, spanning 22 hectares of unspoiled woodland, is on the village’s doorstep and becomes a particularly enchanting spot in spring when the bluebells carpet the forest floor.

The village also benefits from a local butcher and two welcoming pubs, including one that is community-owned, adding to the charm and close-knit feel of the area. For commuters, Knebworth, Watton-at-Stone, and Stevenage train stations are within easy reach, providing convenient access to London and Cambridge.

Aston Village perfectly balances the tranquillity of rural life with proximity to the amenities and transport links of larger towns, making it a desirable place to live for families, professionals, and retirees alike.


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