Hitchin Street, Baldock

Located in Baldock is this Grade II listed, four bedroom cottage, with a garage.

Lyme Cottage enjoys a charming position on Hitchin Street, one of Baldock's historic streets close to the heart of this market town. The property sits amongst a collection of period homes and buildings, many of which retain traditional names and architectural features, reflecting Baldock's rich history as a medieval market and coaching town.

The property has been fully refurbished throughout, creating a characterful and beautifully presented home, ready and waiting for its new custodian.

Welcome To Lyme Cottage - Step inside and you are immediately transported to a bygone era, with beautiful exposed beams adding warmth and character throughout. The main living space is flooded with natural light from the large bay windows, while a charming window seat provides the perfect spot to sit and watch the world go by. A striking open fireplace, complete with a brick surround, creates a wonderful focal point and is ideal for cosy evenings as the seasons change.

Continuing through the home, a second reception room provides further versatile living space and is filled with original features, including an exposed brick wall which adds to the charm and character of the building. Sliding doors open onto the patio and garden beyond, seamlessly connecting the indoors with the outside space.

The kitchen and dining room have been thoughtfully modernised, featuring brand new cabinetry, marble effect worktops and double eye level ovens and washing machine, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Off the kitchen is additional cupboard and drawer storage, alongside another exposed brick feature wall and ample space for a dining table, making this a sociable space for everyday family life and entertaining.

Completing the downstairs accommodation is a useful cellar providing valuable storage, a WC conveniently positioned off an inner hall and a large understairs storage cupboard.

Upstairs are four bedrooms, with bedrooms one and four positioned at the front of the property, connected to one another. This versatile arrangement could work particularly well as a generous master suite with a dressing room, or alternatively as a bedroom with an adjoining nursery or study. Bedroom two is a double bedroom with access to a partially boarded loft with light. Bedroom three is a particularly characterful room, featuring a beautiful exposed brick fireplace and views overlooking the garden. Finally a family sized bathroom and a separate WC complete the living space.

Outside, the south east facing garden is a real suntrap, featuring a newly laid patio area ideal for outdoor seating, a generous freshly laid lawn and new fencing. The garden also provides access to the garage, which has recently been boarded.

The property enjoys an enviable position in the heart of Baldock, just moments from the bustling High Street with its variety of independent shops, restaurants, cafés and everyday amenities. Primary and secondary schools are within walking distance, while Baldock mainline station provides fast and convenient rail links to both London and Cambridge. For those commuting by road, Junction 10 of the A1(M) is just a few minutes drive away.