4 Bed Detached House For Sale

Charming detached house set near the river in one of St Albans' most popular conservation areas.


Description

The location of this property is truly exceptional, being set within a conservation area near Verulamium Park and with the River Ver just a stone's throw away. Set on the slope of the valley, the house enjoys lovely views towards lakes at the rear. Conveniently accessible to the city centre, this property combines the best of both worlds - natural beauty and urban convenience.

The house is accessed through a walled courtyard garden that leads to the front door, providing separation and privacy from the street outside. The ground floor has a dining hallway with feature fireplace, guest cloakroom and a warm and inviting sitting room located to the rear of the house with a bricked inglenook style fireplace and open fire. Folding doors lead through to a dual aspect study or alternative dining area. The fitted kitchen has a range oven and there is a utility room with access to the side.

The main bedroom on the first floor has a Jack and Jill bathroom and lovely views to the rear over picturesque lakes located to the rear. The second bedroom also shares these views and there are two further double bedrooms and a family shower room.

The rear garden has a lovely south west aspect overlooking the grounds of the neighbouring hotel and over the lakes and Verulamium Park beyond. There are two strategically placed patio areas with a lawn area and wall to rear. The garden has a pedestrian gate to the front and a door leads though to the adjacent double garage accessed from Fishpool Street.

Location

Fishpool Street is a highly regarded road within St Albans, steeped in history and boasting a high concentration of historic listed buildings and locally listed buildings which is a key feature to the character and appearance of this conservation area of the city.

Just over a mile from the mainline station and only half a mile from the city centre, the house is located in a prime position. The proximity to the Roman Verulamium Park, The Cathedral and River Ver, make this the perfect setting.

St Albans offers an array of excellent schools, both private and state, and communication links by road and rail to London and the north are some of the best in the country.

Square Footage: 1,511 sq ft