Upper Cromer Hyde Farm, Cromer Hyde Lane, Lemsford, Hertfordshire AL8 7XE

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approximately 2.2 acres and is surrounded by glorious countryside.approximately 2.2 acres and is surrounded by glorious countryside.approximately 2.2 acres and is surrounded by glorious countryside.approximately 2.2 acres and is surrounded by glorious countryside.

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GROUND FLOOR, Entrance Hall, Family Room, Dining Room, Study, Living Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room,

Utility Room, Cloakroom, Cellar, FIRST FLOOR, Landing, Bedroom One, En-Suite Bathroom, Guest Bedroom Two,

En-Suite Shower Room, Bedroom Three, Bedroom Four, Bathroom, EXTERNALLY, Entire plot approx. 2.2 acres,

Range of Outbuildings, Main Barn (store/office), 4 Stables, Tack Room, Hay Barn, Store, Double Bay Cart Lodge &

Garage, Manege, 7 Pony Stables

Welwyn Garden City station: 3 Miles

St Albans station (Thameslink): 6.6 miles

A1(M) junction: 1.8 miles

M25 junction: 10 Miles

Luton International Airport:11 miles

Lemsford Hertfordshire Price guide £2,150,000Price guide £2,150,000Price guide £2,150,000Price guide £2,150,000

An outstanding grade ll listed farmhouse which has been restored, extended and modernised withoutcompromise. Works were completed in 2013, utilising the expertise of specialist conservation builders andarchitects.

Located at the end of an adopted country lane, the property is free from interruption by passing trafficother than the occasional tractor or rider on horseback

Set behind a sweeping carriage drive, this elegant farmhouse offers bright and airy accommodationdecorated tastefully with Farrow & Ball colours. The contemporary interior styling blends harmoniouslywith the period exterior and is further enhanced by the comfort and practicality of underfloor heating(ground floor).

The accommodation comprises an entrance hall and cloakroom WC. The dining room and family room siteither side of the entrance door and both have custom-made book cases either side of the fireplaces and thestudy is approached via the dining room in a peaceful corner of the house.

The family friendly living room is comfortably proportioned and features a wood-burning stove and thisleads through an opening into the magnificent kitchen/breakfast room.

Fitted with contemporary shaker style units by Henry Gordon Jones, this bespoke kitchen is furtherenhanced by Caesarstone worktops and upstands, whilst the island unit also has a Caesarstone work top.There is also a larder cupboard with marble shelf and adjustable wooden shelving. Integrated appliancesinclude a Mercury range cooker, extractor, Liebherr fridge/freezer with ice maker, Liebherr wine fridge,Miele dishwasher, Franke 1.5 bowl sink and smaller Franke sink with ISE steaming hot water tap and coldfiltered water.

The kitchen is streamed with natural light from an atrium style glazed corner section of the room,providing views across the gardens. There is also a utility room fitted by Henry Gordon Jones. A separatewine cellar is accessed off the inner hall.

On the first floor, the beautiful master bedroom has dual aspect countryside views, adjacent to which is thespectacular en-suite bathroom with a bespoke painted wood washbasin stand by Henry Gordon Jones, withCaesarstone worktop and upstand and Bauhaus Torino under bowls. There is an impressive Victoria &Albert freestanding bath and large walk-in shower and LFWC.Guest bedroom two has a bespoke glass shower enclosure with Fired Earth mosaic tiling and two furtherbedrooms serviced by another very appealing family bathroom with a quality Duravit suite. All bedroomshave lovely views.

Externally, the extensive gardens are laid principally to lawn and feature a wildlife pond, small orchardand woodland area. There is an organic vegetable garden with raised oak beds and small paddock.

The numerous outbuildings include a 2 bay cart lodge and garage, a stable block with two stables and atack room, second stable block comprising two stables, separate hay barn and store room, 7 pony stables(require updating) and there is a Charles Britton sand and rubber Manège (requires refurbishing). The mainbarn measuring 33' x 14'5 with attached office 14'5 x 10'6 has planning permission to convert to ancillaryaccommodation to the main dwelling: 2 bedrooms, shower room and living room/kitchen, being an idealguest lodge (REF: N6/2011/2834/FP & N6/2011/2835/LB).

Our clients have a Herbage Agreement with the adjoining Estate for grazing approx.10 acres of adjoiningland. Our clients pay an annual fee to graze sheep of £1,430 per annum but it is expected that it would behigher for horses. We would be happy to obtain further information if required.

THE LOCATION: Although set in the most delightful rural setting, it is nevertheless easily accessible tothe nearby town of Welwyn Garden City, which provides extensive shopping including a John Lewisdepartment store, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer, together with good educational and recreationalfacilities, including the prestigious Brocket Hall Golf Club.

THE HOUSE AND GARDENSTHE HOUSE AND GARDENSTHE HOUSE AND GARDENSTHE HOUSE AND GARDENS

All measurements are approximate. While we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased to clarify the information to you, especially if you are contemplating travelling to view the property.

All measurements are approximate. While we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased to clarify the information to you, especially if you are contemplating travelling to view the property.

Viewing strictly by appointment through John Curtis in assoc. with Hamptons InternationalCall us on 01582 839200 for free vlauations and adviceVisit us at 35 High Street, Wheathampstead, Herts AL4 8BBEmail enquiries@johncurtis.co.uk

Services: Mains water and electricityOil fired central heatingSeptic tank drainage

Council Tax: The property is in tax band G

Local authority: Welwyn Hatfield

Approaching from Lemsford village, travelling in a northwesterly direction onthe Marford Road heading towards Wheathampstead, turn left just after theCrooked Chimney pub into Cromer Hyde Lane. Follow the lane for half a mile tothe top end and our client's property will be found on the right hand side.

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