West Common, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5

Original Jarvis built house on a plot of about 1.2 acres

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a characterful 1930s Jarvis-built family home occupying an exceptional overall plot of approximately 1.2 acres in one of Harpenden's most sought-after locations.

Tucked away at the end of a private section of West Common, the property enjoys a substantial garden plot of around 0.435 acres, offering excellent potential for enlargement to the rear, subject to the necessary planning consents and consideration of its position within the Harpenden Conservation Area. In addition, a further 0.76-acre area of woodland lies to the front of the property, providing a high degree of privacy and screening from St Albans Road.

The house retains a wealth of original character and period features, having remained largely unaltered over the years. Notable features include leaded windows, window seats, exposed beams and original fireplaces. The accommodation comprises a dual aspect sitting room with fireplace and loggia overlooking the rear garden, dining room, morning room and an extended kitchen. On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom, complemented by three further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Outside, there is a driveway providing off-street parking and a small garage. To the rear of the house there is a boiler room housing the gas boiler and providing additional storage. There is also a former air raid shelter. The garden to the rear has an extensive lawn with magnificent specimen tree which the owners tell me was planted by Jarvis after construction. To the front of the property there is a lawned area and then a parcel of protected woodland of about three quarters of an acre.

Ideally situated for Harpenden Common, the town centre and mainline station, the property combines a highly convenient setting with a remarkable degree of privacy and seclusion.

A particularly rare opportunity to acquire a family home set within approximately 1.2 acres of land in the heart of Harpenden.

Location

Harpenden approx 1 miles
Harpenden Station approx 1.1 miles
St Albans approx 4.2 miles
M1 (J9) 3.6 miles

This part of West Common is favoured for its proximity to both Harpenden Common, Hatching Green and Rothamsted Park and the High Street. With a wealth of footpaths crossing the Common, this is a perfect spot for enthusiastic joggers and dog walkers alike. Conveniently located for the commuter approximately 0.8 miles away from Harpenden station, it is well placed for access to the Junction 9 of the M1. Harpenden High Street with its comprehensive range of shops, including a large Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Food and Sainsburys, is close by providing day to day needs.

Harpenden also has a great choice of schools with both state and private options, including St Hilda’s School for Girls and Aldwickbury Boys Preparatory School. Additionally, Sir John Laws, St Georges and Roundwood Junior and Senior Schools, St Nicholas C of E school and St Dominics RC schools are close by and are very popular with families in the area.

Square Footage: 1,916 sq ft


Acreage: 1.12 Acres