The Limes, Hitchin, SG5

Property Insight:

This much-loved, four-bedroom family home has been extended to offer a generous amount of space and is situated just a short walk from Hitchin’s cosmopolitan town centre and excellent schools.

Entering via the enclosed porch and stepping into the entrance hall and open plan family room, the first impression you get is of a warm and welcoming family home.  The staircase has been partly opened up to increase the sense of space, and hardwood flooring runs throughout the downstairs.  The family room is a joyful and generous room with a cosy feel that is perfect for spending time with family and friends.  A large window introduces plenty of natural light and there is plenty of room for a couple of large comfy sofas – it’s a lovely setting for relaxing after a busy day.

Located next to the family room is a spacious sitting room.  Dual aspect and featuring two glazed doors to the garden, this is another lovely bright room with an eclectic feel.  The log burner makes it the perfect spot for cosying up on a winter’s evening and, at over 17’ in length, there’s plenty of space to add furniture to meet your needs. 

On the other side of the property is the kitchen/dining room - a modern space with an appealing industrial feel.  Featuring a brick wall, herringbone parquet flooring and a combination of stainless-steel and wooden kitchen units, it’s a kitchen built for individuals who take their cooking seriously.  The stainless-steel range cooker features an electric oven with an induction hob plus a stainless-steel wall-mounted hood.  With space for a dishwasher and American-style fridge-freezer, it’s a highly practical space for keen chefs.  The dining area has a brick feature wall and plenty of space for a table and chairs.  Wooden bifold doors lead directly out to the enclosed courtyard and through to the patio, providing access for hosting summer barbecues and gatherings.  A handy cloakroom completes the downstairs.

Heading upstairs, on the first floor are four bedrooms – three double bedrooms and a generous single.  All the bedrooms have large windows which introduce plenty of light and enjoy a cosy cottage feel.  The principal bedroom is dual-aspect and features a large walk-in wardrobe which provides fantastic storage space. This has potential to convert to an en-suite shower room. The two other double bedrooms have useful built-in wardrobes.  The family bathroom is contemporary in style with a modern white suite, including a full-size bath with shower over and a warm neutral colour scheme.

Outside are a number of intriguing and varied garden spaces and outbuildings.  An enclosed courtyard provides access to a 36‘ garage/workshop which is insulated and includes plumbed utility space – this asset provides a fantastic amount of space for either storage, hobbies, or even conversion to a large office or games space.  Adjacent to the courtyard and garage is a further outbuilding that is used as a studio / home office and could be used as a a gym.  Both outbuildings are extremely versatile.

Adjacent to the house is a large patio area with great scope for multiple seating areas and perhaps an outdoor kitchen – a fantastic set up for summer entertaining.  This garden space is ample enough, but the real surprise comes when you head down a pathway which leads you to a second ‘secret’ garden – this time laid to lawn and with mature trees and benefitting from both electricity and water. It’s the perfect spot for children to play and there’s plenty of room for play equipment and even a spot of football practice. To the front of the property is a driveway providing off-street parking for 2-3 vehicles.

With a good amount of versatile space both inside and out plus a great location for the town centre and schools, this spacious home has plenty to offer. There may also be potential to further extend the property if more space were needed in the future.*

Location:

Hitchin continues to be one of Hertfordshire’s most desirable towns.  With excellent transport links (fast trains to London Kings Cross take just 28 minutes and Cambridge just 33 minutes), Hitchin often features as one of the best places to live in the UK.  The town centre offers a wide selection of independent shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as a market, and has a thriving local community.  Hitchin also benefits from several schools which are rated outstanding, including the historic and renowned Hitchin Girls’ and Hitchin Boys’ schools.

These particulars are intended to give a fair and reliable description of the property but no responsibility for any inaccuracy or error can be accepted and do not constitute an offer or contract. We have not tested any services or appliances (including central heating if fitted) referred to in these particulars and the purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the working order and condition. If a property is unoccupied at any time there may be reconnection charges for any switched off/disconnected or drained services or appliances. All measurements are approximate. The plan with the property marked in blue is for guidance only. We want to give buyers an idea of what you are buying. Please ask your legal representative for a title plan of the plan of the property. *Subject to planning permission being obtainable.

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