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Hassobury, Farnham, Bishop's Stortford, Essex, CM23

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • **OPEN DAY -7TH DECEMBER BY APPOINTMENT ONLY**
  • Stunning Period Coach House Conversion
  • Living Accommodation in Excess of 2000 sq ft
  • 3/4 Bedrooms
  • Beautifully Appointed Kitchen/Breakfast Room
  • 1/2 Reception Rooms
  • Private Rear Gardens
  • Separate Grade II Listed Barn
  • Gravel Driveway Parking for Several Vehicles
  • EPC Rating D

Description

This stunning and unique home previously formed part of a number of outbuildings within the grounds of the main mansion house that were converted into individual homes approximately 20 years ago. The property offers spacious living accommodation in excess of 2000 sq ft, with the original structure dating back to circa 1573. The ground floor has a generous reception room, kitchen/breakfast room and the principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, there are a further 3 double bedrooms and family bathroom. The property has a private garden to the rear, gardens to the front and the most stunning Grade II Listed Barn which offers an additional 1250 sq ft. There is a gravel driveway to the front for several vehicles. EPC Rating D.


IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum of six months, with the exception of short term accommodation. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
BUYERS INFORMATION

To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 plus VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.

REFERRAL FEES

We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Intercounty.'

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The Setting

Dovecote House is situated within the Hassobury Estate, adjacent to the impressive former Victorian Mansion House, subsequently sold as a private school and converted around 20 years ago. Set in approximately 12 acres of parkland, surrounded by rolling countryside with a private driveway leading to the property. Located on the outskirts of Bishop’s Stortford, approximately 3 miles from the town centre, offering an excellent range of amenities, to include shops, bars and restaurants and a good range of schools for all ages. There is also a mainline railway station, making it extremely attractive to anyone wanting easy access to London Liverpool Street or Cambridge. For road users, Junction 8 of the M11 is approximately 7 miles away, also giving access to London and Cambridge. Stansted’s International Airport is approximately 8 miles away.

Ground Floor Accommodation

A part-glazed front door opens onto a spacious entrance hallway with a turned staircase rising to the first floor and doors leading to the principal bedroom with a window to the front aspect, built-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room. Further doors off the hallway lead to 2 further bedrooms, one of which is currently being used as a study/reception room. The main sitting room is situated to the rear of the property with French doors opening onto the rear garden, a feature stone fireplace and a further door to a beautifully fitted kitchen/breakfast room, with high ceilings, a good range of bespoke wall and base units, central island with breakfast bar, fully integrated appliances and views overlooking the garden. A wc completes this floor.

First Floor Accommodation

The staircase rises to an expansive first floor landing area with a further double bedroom with dressing room and a bathroom with separate shower facility.

Outside

The property is approached by a gravel driveway offering parking for several vehicles with a lawned area to the front and access to the Grade II Listed Barn which is the most stunning building, offering additional storage space for cars or potential for use as a games room, office working etc. To the rear there is a private walled garden which is predominantly laid to lawn with a terrace area perfect for entertaining.

Services

Oil fire central heating, private drainage, water and electricity are connected.

Local Authority

Uttlesford District Council

Council Tax

Tax Band G

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: G
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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