Norton Way South, Letchworth Garden City

A grand town centre residence • Grade II Listed • Designed in the Bavarian Style • Impressive reception rooms • Five bedrooms plus two attic rooms • Approx. ½ Acre • Double and Single Garage • OFFERED CHAIN FREE • Would benefit from sympathetic updating

Thge Property - Dating from 1911, this distinguished detached town-centre family residence is a rare architectural gem, designed by renowned architect H. Clapham Lander in the distinctive Bavarian style. Grade II listed and rich in period character, with a separate listing for Lychgate to the entrance, the property offers an exceptional opportunity to sympathetically update a truly individual home while preserving its original charm and architectural integrity. The property even retains it's orginal Leclanche bell system!

Inside, an impressive selection of generously proportioned reception rooms creates an elegant yet highly versatile living environment. Accessed from the grand reception hall with turning staircase, the drawing room, sitting room, study and dining room each showcase an appealing combination of period features, including open fireplaces, while doors open directly onto the rear garden. The kitchen, with a large walk in pantry is complemented by a utility room, gardener’s cloakroom and separate guest cloakroom, providing excellent practical accommodation.

Arranged over the first floor are five well-proportioned bedrooms, together with the principal family bathroom. Two of the bedrooms have doors opening on to balconies. Two additional attic rooms above offer valuable further space and scope for a variety of uses. Throughout, the property retains a wealth of character, with its generous proportions and period detailing providing an exceptional foundation for contemporary family living.

Outside, the approximately half-acre plot is a particular highlight, combining space, privacy and convenience in a town-centre setting. A substantial driveway to the front provides parking for several vehicles, while a detached double garage is linked to the main house via the conservatory. A further single garage, accessed from the side, adds yet more useful storage and parking.

The Location - Norton Way South is a tree-lined residential avenue leading south from the town centre. Abenheim is within half a mile of the town centre and just over 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 1.4 miles 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. The house is well placed for easy access to schools, with St Francis' College and the St Christopher School both about half a mile away, the Lordship Farm Primary School three-quarters of a mile and the Highfield School and St Thomas More RC Primary School within a mile.

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

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.

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.