Bancroft, Hitchin, SG5

A stunning 19th century townhouse located in the heart of Hitchin town centre, beautifully restored with the perfect blend of original and modern living.

The award winning restoration was completed in 2014 and Merchant House is now presented in fabulous order throughout and offers versatile accommodation arranged over four floors.

The original front entrance hall boasts the grand staircase and ornate skylight leading up to the first floor and doors to the living room and kitchen, both of which benefit from high ceilings and exposed floorboards. The first floor features three further rooms with large sash windows and en-suite to the main bedroom. The remaining bedrooms are found on the top floor, with one enjoying a useful studio and both sharing the family bathroom. Accommodation extends to the cellar where there is a useful multi-purpose room with natural light, separate utility room and wine cellar.

Outside, the property enjoys a low maintenance walled courtyard garden with brick built shed and gate, leading to the allocated parking which has gated vehicular access from Bancroft.

Tenancy fees do not apply unless you are a registered company. We require a holding deposit equivalent to 1 weeks agreed rent to reserve the property. On successful passing of credit checks 1 months rent (less holding deposit) and a damages deposit equivalent to 5 weeks agreed rent is required. Monthly rent will be payable per calendar month in advance. Please see website for full tenancy information.

Hitchin is a charming medieval market town and has many fine Tudor and Georgian buildings, particularly around the market square. Near to the market square stands the large medieval parish church of St Mary. The town provides good shopping as well as a swimming pool, football team, two theatres, a wide variety of restaurants and pubs and highly regarded girls and boys schools. There is also a mainline railway station providing direct access to Kings Cross and Cambridge.