5 Bedroom Detached House for Sale

• Substantial, detached residence
• Stunning, mature grounds of around 4.7 acres (1.9 ha)
• Six/seven reception rooms
• Luxurious specification throughout

• Situated in a prestigious private road, just 2.5 miles from Berkhamsted
• Five/six double bedrooms
• Breathtaking, open-plan kitchen/family room with vaulted ceiling
• Views over countryside

Full Description

Spectacular countryside residence, less than three miles from Berkhamsted.

MAIN HOUSE:
RECEPTION HALL * CLOAKROOM * DRAWING ROOM * SITTING ROOM * DINING ROOM * STUDY * KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM * OPEN-PLAN FAMILY ROOM * UTILITY ROOM * MASTER BEDROOM SUITE WITH DRESSING ROOM & EN SUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOM * FOUR FURTHER BEDROOMS (TWO OF WHICH HAVE EN SUITE SHOWER ROOMS) * FAMILY BATH/SHOWER ROOM

WEST WING:
VERSATILE ACCOMMODATION * CONNECTED TO THE MAIN HOUSE * CURRENTLY ARRANGED AS FURTHER PRINCIPAL ACCOMMODATION, BUT COULD ALSO BE USED AS A SEPARATE ANNEXE, IF REQUIRED * ENTRANCE HALL * GAMES ROOM * BATHROOM * CLOAKROOM * CINEMA/TV ROOM

OUTSIDE:
EXTENSIVE GARDENS, WITH VIEWS OVER ADJACENT COUNTRYSIDE * HEATED SWIMMING POOL * POOL HOUSE * GYM * DOUBLE GARAGE * DOUBLE CAR PORT * STORAGE BUILDINGS * GATED DRIVEWAY

IN ALL, A PLOT OF APPROXIMATELY 4.7 ACRES (1.9 HA)


Berkhamsted - 2.5 miles
Tring - 4 miles
Chesham - 5 miles
(All distances approximate)


THE PROPERTY
Privately situated in its own splendid grounds, in a little-known, private location just 2.5 miles from Berkhamsted, Greenways enjoys a setting nothing short of first-class, counting Champneys Health Resort in the list of its exclusive neighbours.

Set behind electric gates, in its own grounds of approximately 4.7 acres, with its sizeable patios, heated swimming pool and expansive gardens, this gorgeous home has been thoughtfully and beautifully remodelled over recent years, and today provides commodious, versatile accommodation totalling more than 6,000 sq ft.

As you walk from room to room, the creativity and attention to detail behind the design of Greenways becomes apparent. With the main focus of this impressive house being its breathtaking grounds, the principal living rooms certainly take full advantage of such a vista. The open-plan kitchen and family room, truly capacious in scale, feature three sets of bi-fold doors that lead out to sizeable outdoor entertaining areas and a 32ft, heated swimming pool.

Throughout, the finish and specification is luxurious. The bespoke, solid oak staircase is a notable feature, as is the decadently spacious kitchen, with the most beautiful, granite work surfaces, Bosch integrated appliances, and large central island, complete with remote controlled Westin extractor hood. While such a specification makes meal times a real pleasure, so do the glimpses of pheasants and rabbits, and muntjac deer that can be seen wandering freely about the grounds. And even the weekly shop is quickly and discreetly stowed away, thanks to the cleverly designed, `hidden` walk-in pantry.

Yet in addition to providing sizeable accommodation, the property also offers versatility. Arranged as a substantial principal house, and with an adjoining west wing, the two areas, whilst distinctly separate, are nonetheless adjoining. Currently used as one combined house, that arrangement works perfectly, with the wing providing a unique opportunity for the largest of families to create welcome privacy for teenagers, house guests, or an au pair.

Downstairs, there are no less than six, sumptuous reception rooms, all beautifully presented and generously proportioned, and a seventh - a very smart cinema room - can be found on the first floor of the west wing.

Upstairs, in the main portion of the property, there are a total of five double bedrooms. The master suite features its own dressing room and en suite bathroom, and is blessed with glorious views of the gardens, pool, and surrounding countryside, from the perfectly positioned Juliet balcony. Two of the bedrooms also have their own, beautifully specified en suite shower rooms, while the remaining two are served by an equally smart family bathroom.

The flexibility of this lovely home is carried on through to the outside too. Car parking is plentiful, both on the granite chipped driveway, and in the oak-framed, double carport. The selection of useful outbuildings within the grounds are ideal for storage, or hobbies, and include a double garage, a pool room, and a gym. A few yards along the lane, the grounds have a secondary, gated, vehicular access in to the plot, so potential for fencing off a pony paddock is also clear to see.

All in all, this impressive residence really does offer the best of both worlds; an opportunity to `live the countryside dream`, while the buzz of Berkhamsted is just down the road when you need it.

Last, but by no means least, and somewhat unusual for a property in such a tucked-away location, all the mains services are entirely available, including both gas and drainage.


LOCATION
The property is located at the far end of Tinkers Lane, a pretty, sought after private road on the edge of Wigginton village, approximately 2.5 miles from Berkhamsted and 4 miles from Tring.

The pretty village of Wigginton is situated amidst glorious, rolling countryside, on the edge of the Chiltern Hills. Village facilities include a pre-school, St Bartholomew`s C-of-E Primary School, a pub and restaurant, while the beautiful countryside that surrounds the village is ideal for walking, and includes Tring Park, together with miles of tucked-away footpaths.

The busy, nearby market towns of Berkhamsted, Tring and Chesham are highly desirable for commuters, with excellent transport links by road and rail. The mainline train stations at Berkhamsted and Tring provide a regular and direct link to London Euston in a little over 30 minutes, while the Metropolitan line at Chesham also offers convenient access to London`s underground network. Major road connections nearby include the M25 (J20) and the M1 (J8 and J9). The A41 dual carriageway provides an excellent connection to Hemel Hempstead, Watford and Aylesbury.

There is a good range of leisure and recreational facilities in the area, including the National Trust`s 5,000 acre Ashridge Estate and the Grand Union Canal, and golf courses include Ashridge, Berkhamsted, and The Grove. Tring features a branch of the Natural History Museum and the Pendley Court Theatre, and various sporting activities can be found throughout the local area. Alternatively, for those seeking five-star pampering, the world renowned Champneys Health Resort can be found practically on the doorstep.

Local educational facilities are excellent, including Tring School. For those wishing to use the independent sector, Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, Berkhamsted School, and Chesham Preparatory School all have superb reputations.

Berkhamsted and Tring offer a wide range of coffee shops, restaurants, parks and shops; both towns feature a superb variety of independent boutiques, together with the national names you would expect to see - Costa, Waitrose and M&S Simply Food among many others. The larger towns of Hemel Hempstead and Watford, meanwhile, offer wider facilities, including Debenhams and John Lewis department stores respectively. Milton Keynes and London are both easily accessible too.


TENURE
Freehold


LOCAL AUTHORITY
Dacorum Borough Council

Notice
All occupier`s fixtures & fittings are specifically excluded from the sale. Measurements are approximate. Photographs, floorplans & description are for guidance only and do not form any part of a contract of sale. Mains services have not been tested.

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