Chapel Lane, Long Marston, Tring

This charming Rothschild thatched cottage, believed to date back to the 17th century is offered for sale with no upper chain. A simply stunning period home positioned at the end of a no through lane. This unique Grade 2 listed property offers flexible accommodation with an abundance of character set in a mature, level plot of great seclusion. An internal inspection is the only way to appreciate the warmth and versatility of this home.

Ground Floor - The front door opens to a spacious reception hall making the ideal area to greet family and friends into this simply unique home. A door leads to a boot / utility room, a separate WC, and off this a bathroom. Stepping back into the hall, turn left and you enter the 17th Century listed part of the property and a cosy sitting room which overlooks the front with its working inglenook fireplace. There are exposed timbers to both the ceiling and the floor here while a door opens to a ground floor home office room. Moving through the sitting room you enter the cottage style kitchen which is fitted with a comprehensive range of base and eye level units. This opens out to a dedicated family dining space with windows and French doors opening to the quintessentially English garden to the rear. This dining area boasts a vaulted ceiling with exposed timber beams and a walk in pantry. The principal reception room is also positioned at the rear of the property and being double aspect with windows to the side and French doors opening to the rear garden, is flooded with natural light. Solid wood block Herringbone flooring really emphasises the space of this room while a fixed wall ladder ascends to a delightful Mezzanine space. A door leads to a second inner hall at the end of which is a second shower room. A curved staircase rises off this, to the principal bedroom suite above.

First Floor - A staircase rises to the principal bedroom suite which overlooks the front of the property with a vaulted ceiling and exposed timber beams to the walls. From here a door leads to a dedicated dressing room which has a bank of fitted wardrobes with ample hanging and storage space. Within the dressing room is also a usefully positioned wc and wash basin. Downstairs a second staircase from the inner hallway of the ground floor leads up to a landing space where a further two bedrooms are positioned.

Outside - Directly to the front of the cottage is a driveway which provides ample parking and leads to a good size garage. The wraparound gardens are an undoubted feature of this wonderful home, enveloping the property on all sides and creating a tranquil and highly secluded setting. Thoughtfully cultivated over many decades with wildlife and biodiversity in mind, the gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with an array of native planting including 35 species of snowdrop, various species of clematis, bluebells and other seasonal specimens that provide a succession of colour throughout the winter, spring, summer and autumn months. A particular highlight is the moat, which meets the gardens at two separate points and provides a beautiful natural backdrop, enhancing the sense of peace and connection with the surrounding landscape. The gardens are enhanced by a greenhouse, with a summer house and patio both of which overlook the moat at either end. The gardens enjoy charming views towards the church tower. Rare black poplar trees border 2 sides of the garden whilst on another the garden overlooks an ancient Norman tower.

The Location - Amenities in Long Marston are plentiful and varied; the majestic All Saints Church, a well-supported tennis club and cricket club, Village hall, Coffee shop, recreation ground and the community owned Queens Head public house and restaurant are all to be found here. The surrounding towns offer a more comprehensive range of facilities - from the weekly street markets, an eclectic mix of boutiques, coffee shops and restaurants in Tring and Berkhamsted, to the modern shopping centres and the large department stores of Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead and Milton Keynes. The closest town, Tring, offers both Tesco and M&S Simply Food supermarkets, along with strong rail links north and into London.

On Your Doorstep - There are a good range of leisure and recreational options in the area, including the National Trusts 5,000 acre Ashridge Estate and golf courses at Ashridge, Berkhamsted and The Grove. Tring features a branch of the Natural History Museum and the Pendley Court Theatre, while Buckinghamshires county town, Aylesbury, boasts a recently completed £42 million theatre. Those members of the family seeking five-star pampering will be delighted to know the world renowned Champneys Health Resort can be found approximately six miles to the south.

Education Locally - The area boasts excellent schooling, including Long Marston C of E primary school and Tring Comprehensive School. For those who prefer the independent sector, Tring Park School for the Performing Arts and Berkhamsted School both have superb reputations.

Transport Links - For commuters Cheddington and Tring stations, only three and four miles away respectively, provide regular train services to London Euston; from Tring, within less than 40 minutes. Alternatively, Wendover station, around six miles away, provides a direct service to Marylebone in around 50 minutes. The A41, less than four miles away, provides dual carriageway access direct to the M25 (junction 20), while Hemel Hempstead provides access to the M1 (junction 8). Londons Heathrow (34 miles) and Luton (18 miles) airports are also remarkably accessible.

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Please be aware, should you wish to make an offer for this property, we will require the following information before we enter negotiations:

1. Copy of your mortgage agreement in principal.
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