Radwell, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7

Beautifully restored Grade II listed country home with extensive additional accommodation

Description

The Grade II listed property is approached via a long private drive and is positioned at its far end, accessed through impressive electric gates set between two brick-built pillars. The house itself is constructed of brick and rendered elevations beneath a peg tiled roof. The gates open onto a generous gravel driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles and a turning circle to the left, leading directly to the cart lodge. Stone steps rise to a substantial panelled front door, opening into a pretty hallway.

Upon entering, one is immediately struck by the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of the house. The hallway features beautifully panelled walls that continue up the staircase. To the left lies the elegant, panelled drawing room, complete with a wood burning stove and a charming bay window overlooking the front of the property. To the right is the sitting room, which includes another large wood-burning stove set within a brick-built chimney breast with a wooden surround.

From here, the property flows through to an outstanding orangery with expansive views across the garden, stone terrace, and the grounds and fields beyond.

To the left is the dining room, characterised by exposed timbers and a further substantial wood-burning stove. This room leads through to the kitchen, with bespoke cabinetry and a feel of old and new, comprising an electric AGA. The kitchen/breakfast room sits beside a large porch and boot room, both of which enjoy views over the garden and towards the pond.

The property also benefits from super-fast broadband, ideal for those that require a home office.


Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite is particularly impressive, featuring a large dressing room, formerly a bedroom, that flows through to the main sleeping area. This room can also be accessed from the side hall in the kitchen, providing a separate access. The suite has an open plan, boutique hotel feel, enhanced by a glazed partition between the bedroom and the en suite bathroom. The en suite includes a freestanding claw foot bath by the Cast Iron Bath Company, a walk in shower fitted with Tavistock and Perrin & Rowe fixtures.

Also on this floor are several further bedrooms, including a well proportioned guest room with an en suite shower room. There is an additional family bathroom fitted with a full Perrin & Rowe suite comprising a freestanding bath and brass fittings. One of the most striking bedrooms is positioned at the far end of the house, distinguished by beautiful dual aspect leaded windows.

A further staircase rises to the top floor, where two additional bedrooms are currently arranged as a children’s suite. The larger bedroom on the right includes another en suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and walk in shower. From this upper level, the views across the surrounding farmland are exceptional.

Location

Radwell is quaint village situated in Hertfordshire just 2 miles north of Baldock and 3.6 miles from Letchworth Garden City, offering a peaceful rural setting while remaining well connected to nearby towns. It is well situated for access onto the A1, providing access to the south towards London.

For local amenities, Baldock has an array of independent shops, cafes, bakeries and pubs, as well as a mainline train station which offers services to London Kings Cross from as fast as 36 minutes. Letchworth Garden City and Hitchin also offer further shopping facilities, as well as mainline train stations with services into London.

For schooling there are a range of well-regarded primary schools in Baldock, with further secondary school options in Letchworth Garden City and Hitchin.

The surrounding area offers excellent access to open countryside and green spaces, ideal for walking and cycling. Radwell is set amidst rolling farmland with numerous public footballs and bridleways connecting to neighbouring villages. Baldock and Letchworth both provide a broader range of recreational facilities including parks, leisure centres, gyms and various sports clubs including football, rugby and tennis.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,095 sq ft