converted barn
sold
near St Albans, Hertfordshire
Three
bedroomed converted barn less than four miles from St Albans in Herts, approx
20 minutes from central London (including Kings Cross and Farringdon) by
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Three bedroom two bathroom barn conversion in rural
setting near St Albans, Hertfordshire
SOLD |
Stunning three bedroom barn conversion, near St
Albans, Hertfordshire.
Three
bedroom barn conversion in a rural setting with views over open countryside,
yet less than four miles from the centre of the historic city of St Albans.
Barley Cottage is one of only seven sought-after barn conversions
spread over two courtyards. It retains all the character and features you would
expect to find in a conversion of this quality, including exposed beams and
vaulted ceilings throughout. It has been maintained to a high standard.
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall: Wood block flooring, vaulted ceiling, exposed beams.
Kitchen with dinning area: 15’7” (4.75m) x
13’5”(4.08m). Hand-painted oak doors, black granite work surfaces,
two cream inset ‘Jacob Delafon’ sinks, dishwasher,
‘Britannia’ electric range cooker with ceramic hob, extractor fan.
Store cupboard housing combi boiler and plumbing for washing machine. Quarry
tiled floor with double-glazed glass door providing access to garden, steps up
to living room.
Bedroom 2: 10’3” (3.12m) X 9’0”
(2.75m)min- 12’2” (3.70m) max Vaulted ceiling, exposed beams. Fitted
wardrobes. Timber-framed, double-glazed arched window to front
aspect.
Bedroom 3: 10’3 (3.12m) x 8’4” (2.54m) Vaulted
ceiling, exposed beams. Timber-framed, double-glazed arched window to front
aspect. Currently used as a study, with fitted desk with drawers and two
shelves over. Phone socket. ISDN 2e box (not currently activated)
Bathroom 1: Fully tiled with white suite with brass/gold fittings.
Large shower head over bath. Vaulted ceiling. Tiled floor.
Living room
: 17’10”(3.43m) x 14’11”(4.55m) Double height vaulted
ceiling, exposed beams. Fireplace with gas ‘coal’ basket
‘real’ flame fire. Feature brick chimney extending to over 20ft, with
metal hood and inset beam. Full height timber-framed double-glazed window with
views over garden and surrounding countryside. Phone socket, TV aerial socket.
Stairs leading to…
First Floor:
Master Bedroom:
15’0”(4.57m) X 11’9”(3.58m) Large galleried bedroom, with
vaulted ceiling, exposed beams. Double-glazed, timber-framed window providing
views over rear garden and countryside beyond. Remote control, dimmable halogen
cable lights. Phone socket.
Bathroom 2/Ensuite: Vaulted ceiling,
exposed beams, partially tiled. White suite.
Outside:
Front
Garden: Three steps leading down from the main courtyard to block-paved, sunken
walled garden. Provides sheltered spot that is an early morning suntrap, ideal
for brunch with the Sunday papers! Dusk-till-dawn light.
Rear garden:
West facing, very sunny aspect, mainly laid to lawn, with high evergreen shrubs
on either side. Large York stone patio. Wooden post and rail fence. Views
extending over open countryside. Gets sun for most of the day, right through
until the sunset. Outside tap. Automatic irrigation system for pots, hanging
baskets and borders.
Garage: Large single garage with power, light,
storage space both sides and in vaulted roof space.
Parking spaces in
courtyard. |
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