Shott Lane, Letchworth Garden City

OFFERED CHAIN FREE • Central location • Character Cottage • Two bedrooms • Two garden studios/home office • Bigger than the average gardens! • Sought after road

The Property - Tucked away within the heart of the town centre’s highly desirable conservation area, this charming cottage effortlessly blends period character with versatile modern living. Arranged over three floors, the property offers an inviting atmosphere throughout, ideal for buyers seeking individuality, warmth and convenience in equal measure. Off-road parking to the front further enhances the practicality of this beautifully positioned home.

Inside, the cottage is rich in original features, with exposed floorboards and open fireplace creating a welcoming focal point within the lounge. The accommodation is both comfortable and functional, offering two well-proportioned double bedrooms alongside a first-floor bathroom, while the layout across three levels provides a sense of space and flexibility.

The gardens are a true highlight of the property. An initial rear garden extends approximately 66ft (20m), leading onto an additional garden area of around 150ft (45m), offering exceptional outdoor space with endless potential for entertaining, kitchen garden, relaxing or family enjoyment.

Adding further appeal are two detached outdoor studios, both equipped with light and power, perfectly suited for a home office, gym, creative workspace or hobby room. A unique cottage offering lifestyle, charm and flexibility in a prime central location.

The Location - Shott Lane is very conveniently located just to the east of the town centre. No 70 is only a third of a mile from the town centre and half a mile from the mainline railway station. Letchworth Garden City is on the Cambridge to London mainline with the fastest service to London King's Cross taking just 29 minutes and Cambridge 27 minutes away in the other direction. Junction 9 on the A1(M) is a mile and a quarter away by car.

Designed in the early 20th Century to combine the benefits of town and country, Letchworth Garden City was the world’s first example of this concept and succeeds to this day in achieving its aim. The town provides excellent schools, shops, leisure facilities and green open spaces, two of the most notable, Howard Park and the 63-acre Norton Common, are only a quarter of a mile and three-quarters of a mile away respectively.

Construction - Rendered brick under a pitched tiled roof

Services - Mains water, sewerage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.

Broadband Speed - A choice of providers with claimed download speeds of up to 10,000 Mbps.

Mobile Signal - Most providers claim up to 5G coverage.

Conservation Area - The property is located within a Conservation Area.

Restrictive Covenants - In line with industry regulations, estate agents are required to reference restrictive covenants in sales particulars. Restrictive covenants may guide how a property is used or altered, often to preserve an area’s character. They can cover business or rental use, parking, boundaries, landscaping, external finishes, satellite equipment, and certain animals. Many are historic and may not affect everyday enjoyment. For more information, speak with the agent, and where relevant, full details will be confirmed during conveyancing.

Easements - In line with industry guidance, estate agents are required to reference restrictive easements in sales particulars. An easement gives a third party, such as a neighbour or utility company, limited access to the property for specific purposes, for example, on foot, by vehicle, or to maintain services. Some may also allow a neighbour to enter to carry out essential repairs. For more information, speak with the agent, and where relevant, full details will be confirmed during conveyancing.

Flooding - In line with industry guidance, estate agents are required to reference flooding in sales particulars. Properties can be at risk of flooding and it is important for you to check if the property has been flooded in the last 5 years, what flood defences are in place and source of any flooding. For more information, speak with the agent, and where relevant, full details will be confirmed during conveyancing.