Shrublands Avenue, Berkhamsted, HP4

Located in the heart of Berkhamsted town and a stones throw from the High Street and Train Station is this wonderful period villa. Boasting 2 reception rooms, an eat-in kitchen/dining room, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms along with a detached double garage to the rear.

Ground Floor

The front door opens to the entrance hall which has stairs rising to the first floor with doors opening to the front room which has a full height bay window to the front and to the family room with a window to the rear which leads directly into the eat in kitchen/dining room which has bi-folding doors opening to the rear garden and a full height window to the side allowing light to flood into this space. The kitchen area is fitted with a comprehensive range of base and eye level units with solid wood block work tops and Butler style sink beneath the window to the side.

First Floor

The first floor has a spacious landing area with a second set of stairs rising to the top floor. There are three bedrooms at this level with two overlooking the rear and a third overlooking the front with views towards Berkhamsted High Street. The family bathroom, which is fitted with a luxuriously appointed three piece suite comprising of 'L' shaped bath with shower unit and screen over, wash basin and low level wc.

Second Floor

Moving to the second floor there is a good size main bedroom which has both a Velux window and Dormer window to the rear providing wonderfully elevated views. There is comprehensive storage space into the eaves and a door opens to a top floor ensuite cloakroom.

Outside

To the front of the property a low level brick wall has a gate opening to pathway leading to the front door. An archway to the side leads to the rear garden where there is an extensive patio area directly to the rear of the property leading to the main part of the garden which is laid to lawn. Fully enclosed by fencing there is a pathway leading to a courtesy door opening to the double garage which has a metal up and over door to the access at the rear.

The Location

Berkhamsted & Northchurch commons are the largest in the Chilterns at some 427 hectares. Northchurch common is one of the five commons found on the National Trust's Ashridge Estate.Berkhamsted & Northchurch commons were registered together and form a large arc of common that stretches from Northchurch over towards Frithsden and down to Potten End. The commons are criss-crossed by paths and tracks, many of which are rights of way. Parts of Berkhamsted common are used by the Berkhamsted Golf Club. Northchurch common is the most open of the commons on the Ashridge Estate with and the large area of pasture alongside the B4506 a notable feature.

Education In The Area

A wide range of education options are available in Berkhamsted and the surrounding area. A mix of comprehensive and independent institutions from nurseries and primary schools to secondary schools and colleges make this area an ideal place for families. The little ones can attend one of the many Outstanding primary schools such as Bridgewater School which is less than half a mile away, Westfield Primary and Nursery and St Thomas More Catholic Primary. Swing Gate Lane Primary and Thomas Coram middle are on your doorstep! The local secondary school, Ashlyns, caters for older children as well as providing a sixth form. Berkhamsted School is an independent day and boarding school offering both single sex (from age 11-16) and co-educational teaching for boys and girls aged 3-18.

Transport Links

Berkhamsted is located on the far west edge of Hertfordshire, with excellent links into London with the M25 just 7.4miles away and links towards Birmingham and Bristol along the M1, M40 and M4. Commuters will benefit from excellent rail services to the heart of London, with regular services direct to London Euston in just 31 minutes.

Agents Information For Buyers

Please be aware, should you wish to make an offer for this property, we will require the following information before we enter negotiations:1. Copy of your mortgage agreement in principal.2. Evidence of deposit funds, if equity from property sale confirmation of your current mortgage balance i.e. Your most recent mortgage statement, if monies in bank accounts the most up to date balances.3. Passport photo ID for ALL connected purchasers and a utility bill.