Bury Road, Shillington, SG5 3NY

Chain free and situated in the highly sought-after village of Shillington, this charming two double bedroom character cottage is a true hidden gem, with a wonderful rear garden that simply keeps giving. Enjoying attractive field views to the front, the property offers spacious and beautifully presented accommodation full of character and charm throughout. Shillington is a popular village with a strong community feel, benefiting from two well-regarded pubs, a village shop and post office, while the vibrant market town of Hitchin and its direct rail links into London are just a short drive away.

The property opens into a welcoming entrance porch leading through to a bright and cosy lounge featuring a character fireplace with quarry tiled hearth, creating a wonderful focal point and a warm, inviting living space.

To the rear, the kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units alongside integrated cooking appliances and a traditional Rayburn range cooker, which also provides heating and hot water, adding further charm and practicality to the home. There is useful under-stairs storage, while an inner lobby offers the perfect space for a boot room or small dining area, complete with French doors opening onto the courtyard garden. The spacious family bathroom is fitted with a modern four-piece suite comprising a bath and separate shower.

Upstairs, there are two generous double bedrooms, both enjoying plenty of natural light. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite WC and wash hand basin, along with an airing cupboard, while the second bedroom features an attractive original-style fireplace.

Externally, the property offers excellent outdoor space with a gravel driveway providing off-road parking, although please note the kerb has not been dropped. The rear garden begins with a charming courtyard area leading to a useful outbuilding/utility room with plumbing for a washing machine. Beyond this lies a beautifully established mature garden with lawn, patio seating areas, greenhouse, chicken coop, large storage shed and an insulated summer house with power, creating a truly wonderful English country garden that continues to impress at every turn.

The property also offers excellent potential to extend, subject to the necessary planning permissions. 

This delightful home would make an ideal first-time purchase, downsizer or investment opportunity

GROUND FLOOR

Porch

Lounge - 3.65m x 3.04m (11'11" x 9'11")

Kitchen - 3.64m x 2.77m (11'11" x 9'1")

Storage

Rear lobby

Bathroom - 2.5m x 1.92m (8'2" x 6'3")

FIRST FLOOR

Bedroom - 3.66m x 3.04m (12'0" x 9'11")

Bedroom - 3.64m x 2.71m (11'11" x 8'10")

Ensuite

OUTSIDE

Driveway

Front Garden

Rear Court Yard

Utility Room/Outbuilding - 2.9m x 2.49m (9'6" x 8'2")

Garden Room