Summary - SHAMBLES HIGH STREET WHITWELL HITCHIN SG4 8AL
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Substantial three‑bed cottage with riverside garden and parking in Whitwell village..
Period detached cottage dating c.1800 in conservation area
Three bedrooms — two on the ground floor; ensuite and family bathroom
Large plot with landscaped garden leading to the River Mimram
Driveway parking for three cars; summerhouse and outbuilding included
Sitting room with log burner, mezzanine/vaulted sitting area, exposed beams
Kitchen/dining opens to central courtyard; study, utility and cloakroom
Timber frame construction with assumed lack of insulation — refurbishment likely
Council tax above average; conservation restrictions may limit alterations
An attractive period detached cottage in Whitwell, dating from around 1800, offering versatile accommodation across two floors and extensive outdoor space. The house combines original features — exposed beams and brickwork — with practical updates such as double glazing (installed 2002 or later) and mains gas heating. Driveway parking for three cars and a mature garden that slopes down to the River Mimram add real lifestyle appeal.
Accommodation includes three bedrooms (two on the ground floor), a sitting room with wood burner and mezzanine/vaulted sitting area, a kitchen with adjoining dining room opening to a central courtyard, plus a study, utility room and cloakroom. An ensuite shower room and separate family bathroom serve the bedrooms. An outbuilding/summerhouse and a feature pond form part of the landscaped rear garden.
The property sits in a conservation area within walking distance of local shops, a post office and village amenities, and is close to several well‑rated primary and secondary schools. The large plot and distinctive layout suit a family seeking village life, buyers wanting character accommodation, or someone planning sensitive refurbishment to enhance value.
Buyers should note practical considerations: the building is timber framed with no known insulation (assumed), council tax is above average, and the cottage’s age and conservation status mean refurbishment will require careful planning. Overall, this is a substantial, characterful home with strong location and garden credentials, best for purchasers who value period charm and are willing to manage ongoing maintenance or targeted improvements.
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