West End, Ashwell, Baldock, SG7

A fine example of a 4 bedroom barn style executive home located off a private road in one of Ashwell’s most picturesque locations. Constructed on the footprint and in the style of the original Westbury Farm barns circa 1990, this beautifully presented home offers incredibly spacious accommodation in the region of 3000 sq ft with three reception rooms on the ground floor, a bespoke fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room, as well as a utility room & study, four double bedrooms upstairs with a balcony, dressing area and en-suite to the master and a delightful walled garden with sunken patio / BBQ area. A stunning property which must be viewed in person to be fully appreciated!

Ashwell is a highly regarded picturesque village set amidst rolling Hertfordshire countryside. The village is steeped in history with many delightful character properties and the historic St Mary’s church in the heart of the village. The village boasts a number of excellent facilities including a renowned bakers, butcher, village store, chemist, dental surgery, doctors surgery and three popular public houses. The village primary school is also highly regarded with connections to local secondary schools. The railway station serving Ashwell and The Mordens is about 1.5 miles from the village centre with services to London Kings Cross and Cambridge.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hallway
Stairs up to the first floor and down to the dining Room, door to family room, circular window to living room.

Dining Room
20' 2" x 10' 0" (6.15m x 3.05m)
Radiator, high ceiling with inset spot lights, double glazed doors to lounge, door to:

Cloakroom
Radiator, WC, wash hand basin, large storage cupboard.

Lounge
19' 6" x 18' 6" into bay (5.94m x 5.64m)
Bay window to the front aspect, two radiators, fireplace with hardwood mantle, slate hearth and log fuel burner, French doors leading to the patio.

Family Room
16' 5" x 19' 9" (5.00m x 6.02m)
Window to the front aspect, radiator, bespoke built-in cupboards and shelving by Robert King to match the kitchen, opening to:

Kitchen Breakfast Room
16' 6" x 15' 5" (5.03m x 4.70m)
Two windows to the front aspect, high quality bespoke units by renowned local carpenter 'Robert King' with hardwood handles, granite work surfaces with 2 inset sinks and mixer taps, integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer, gas fired 'Classic' Aga (2007) with electric Aga companion oven, Travertine stone flooring with underfloor heating, external door to front, access to playroom/loft room with folding pull down ladder, doors to study & utility room.

Playroom/Loft Room
15' 2" x 12' 3" in to eaves (4.62m x 3.73m)
At the floor level with pitched ceiling giving 6ft maximum head level, two double glazed velux windows to the front aspect, large loft storage area.


Study
7' 4" x 8' 2" (2.24m x 2.49m)
Window to the front aspect, radiator, built-in glass fronted cupboards, shelving, drawers and desk and Travertine stone floor with underfloor heating.

Utility
7' 4" x 7' 11" (2.24m x 2.41m)
Bespoke units to match kitchen with roll top work surfaces, butler sink, Travertine stone flooring with underfloor heating, space for washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge/freezer, internal door to garage.



First Floor

Landing
Feature landing with cream painted balustrade and large hardwood double glazed window to front with Juliet balcony effect, airing cupboard housing hot water tank and immersion heater.

Bedroom Three
16' 9" max x 10' 3" (5.11m x 3.12m)
Window to the front and side aspect, radiator, built in wardrobes.

Bedroom Four
12' 6" x 8' 9" (3.81m x 2.67m)
Window to the front aspect, radiator.

Family Bathroom
Bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail.

Second Floor

Landing
Window to the side aspect, door to:

Bedroom One
16' 5" x 13' 3" (5.00m x 4.04m)
Radiator, glazed double doors and matching side panels onto balcony with views over village rooftops, bespoke 6-door wardrobes with two glazed panel doors, access to loft space, dressing area, door to:



En-suite/Shower Room
Refitted with white 'Lefroy Brooks' suite to comprise basin on chrome stand, WC, 'Roman' curved double shower cubicle with power shower, tiled walls and floor with underfloor heating, chrome dual heated (centrally and electric) towel rail.

Third Floor


Landing
Doors to:

Bedroom Two
19' 6" x 15' 0" (5.94m x 4.57m)
Into eaves at floor level with central height of 9ft, circular window to front, built-in storage cupboards and wardrobes.

Shower Room
Velux window to rear, shower cubicle, heated towel rail, WC, wash hand basin.

External


Front Garden
A 6ft high wall with brick gate posts and 5-bar gate leads to a shingle driveway with parking for 3/4 cars leading to a single garage.
A paved terrace leads to the two entrance doors and steps lead down to a totally private walled patio with sleeper edge planters. The remainder is laid to lawn. The lawned area outside the wall also predominantly belongs to the property.


Garage
16' 8" x 8' 3" (5.08m x 2.51m)
Up and over door, water softener, two wall mounted gas central heating boilers, one for central heating and one for hot water, ladder to loft space.

Ashwell
Ashwell is a particularly sought after North Herts village with easy access to Baldock, Royston and the A1M and has direct rail services into London taking approx. 40 minutes. The village has excellent shopping facilities including a bakers and butchers and a variety of dining pubs. Also a doctor's surgery and dentist. Ashwell primary school is very well regarded and the village is within the catchment area for The Knights Templar secondary school in Baldock.