Clunbury Court, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4

Built in 2002 by Laing Homes, this beautifully appointed penthouse is set on the top floor of Clunbury Court, a sought-after gated development arranged around a landscaped central courtyard in the heart of Berkhamsted. Generous interiors are complemented by a remarkable 55ft roof terrace, while a double-length garage provides an increasingly rare luxury in such a central setting.

The apartment is reached by lift or staircase, opening into accommodation that has recently been redecorated and recarpeted. Its elevated position and south-easterly aspect bring an abundance of natural light, with views extending across the rooftops of the town.

The sitting room is particularly impressive. A soaring vaulted ceiling accentuates its generous, light-filled proportions, while bifold doors draw back to open the room directly onto the roof terrace, creating a broad connection between inside and out.

From here, the plan flows into an open kitchen and dining room. Contemporary cabinetry incorporates a range of fitted appliances, including an oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer and wine cooler, while a tiled floor subtly defines the kitchen from the adjoining dining area. Glazed double doors from the dining room provide a second route onto the terrace.

There are two double bedrooms, both with fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom is generously proportioned, with its own en suite shower room and direct access to the terrace. The second bedroom is served by the main bathroom. Two further storage cupboards and an airing cupboard are located off the main hallway.

Running almost the entire length of the apartment, the roof garden is unquestionably its defining feature, effectively doubling living space when the weather permits. Its scale allows for distinct areas for dining, lounging and sunbathing, providing an outdoor lifestyle beyond that of a traditional terrace. Extending to approximately 55ft and facing south-east, it connects directly with the principal reception spaces and main bedroom, allowing much of the apartment to open outside. Decking runs underfoot, while irrigated planters introduce greenery around its edges, with integrated lighting within the planters and eaves extending its use into the evening. Built-in storage provides a practical place for outdoor cushions and furniture. Despite the central setting, the terrace feels remarkably private, with an elevated outlook across Berkhamsted’s rooftops.

Below, the apartment has a generous double-length garage, extending to approximately 32ft, with an electrically operated door and a separate storage/utility room positioned at its far end.

Clunbury Court itself is arranged around a large, landscaped central courtyard, set behind secure gates and approached via an entryphone system. Clipped hedging frames the communal garden, while a long linear rill runs through its centre, connecting fountains at each end and bringing a more considered quality to the shared spaces.

For all its privacy above the town, life beyond the gates is immediately accessible. Berkhamsted’s High Street, independent shops, coffee shops, restaurants and bars are close at hand, with a doctor’s surgery, pharmacy, several supermarkets and the Grand Union Canal just a couple of minutes’ walk away. The Railway Station, with direct services to London Euston, is around a ten minute walk.

There is something particularly appealing about seeing Berkhamsted from above. Vaulted ceilings and generous rooms give the interior a sense of volume, while the entire apartment turns towards a private roof terrace of unusual scale. The result combines two qualities that rarely come together so convincingly: the privacy and outdoor space of a penthouse, with a charming market town quite literally below.

Finally, the property is offered for sale with no upper chain.

TENURE: Leasehold (term: 125 years from 30 July 2003).  

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