Four double bedrooms and two bathrooms across extensive accommodation
Plot approaching 0.3 acres with 150ft rear lawn and west-facing patio
Long garage with rear barn doors and powered workshop area
Planning permission previously granted to extend above garage (STP)
Large driveway providing multiple off-street parking spaces
Solid brick walls; insulation status unknown — likely upgrade needed
Requires modernisation and reconfiguration to reach contemporary standards
Council tax band above average — budget for ongoing costs
This substantial 1930s detached family home sits on a plot approaching 0.3 acres with a long, private west-facing garden and extensive driveway and garage. The house was extended in the 1970s and offers flexible living across approximately 3,130 sq ft, with large reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast area, utility room, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. There is scope to modernise and reconfigure to suit contemporary family life or to create an annexe-style suite from bedroom one and adjoining space.
Practical strengths include a long 150ft lawn, a covered patio for evening sun, and a rear-through garage with a powered workshop area. Planning permission was previously granted to extend above the garage, and the garden depth provides room for a rear extension (subject to planning). The property is well placed for families: it’s about a 15-minute walk into Hitchin town centre, close to sports facilities and highly regarded secondary schools including Hitchin Boys’ and Girls’ Schools.
Buyers should note the house retains solid brick walls typical of its era and insulation status is unknown, so upgrading thermal performance may be required. The layout mixes separate rooms and open-plan spaces—handy for flexible use but likely needing modernisation throughout to achieve contemporary standards. Council tax is above average, and while mains gas central heating is installed, buyers should budget for updating services and finishes where desired.
For families seeking space, outdoor room for children and pets, and commuting convenience (c.7-minute cycle to Hitchin station), this property presents a rare plot and extension potential in a very affluent area. It will suit purchasers looking to add value through sympathetic refurbishment and to create long-term family accommodation.
