Bankside Down, Old Chorleywood Road, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3

A charming and deceptively spacious two bedroom semi-detached cottage with original beams and plenty of character.

Description

This charming cottage, situated in a convenient yet secluded and private location combines original features believed to be from the 17th century, with the conveniences of modern living.

On the ground floor to the front there is a double aspect sitting room with feature fireplace, original exposed brick and timber wall and understairs nook with views over the front garden. The dining room also with feature fireplace, exposed brick and timber wall and original timber floorboards leads to the kitchen/breakfast room, with integrated appliances and an excellent range of built-in wall and floor units with access to the rear garden and a bathroom.

On the first floor there are two bedrooms, one with a shower, en suite WC and basin with a feature fireplace and loft access. The second bedroom has built-in cupboards, a feature fireplace and fine views over the rear garden and valley beyond.

Outside - The front of the property has an open aspect looking out over a lime tree avenue. The gravel driveway, with parking for two cars, leads to the front garden surrounded by mature hedging, shrubs and a feature silver birch tree. The path leads to a delightful timber framed porch with seating either side of the front door. The south/west facing garden to the rear has side access through a gate as well as through French doors from the kitchen. It is part walled with a lawn, shed, mature shrubs and a generous terrace, which is ideal for entertaining. Off the terrace is a light filled converted outbuilding with power and heating, offering a flexible space for several uses such as a home office, gym or art studio.

Location

Rickmansworth provides a comprehensive shopping centre with the food halls of Marks & Spencer, Waitrose and Tesco plus an excellent selection of restaurants and public houses. There is a selection of well recommended schools, both private and state within the area - St Clement Danes, Royal Masonic School and York House.

Rickmansworth Station (approx. 0.5 miles) provides a frequent Metropolitan Line service to London, Baker Street and the Chiltern Turbo a fast main line service to Marylebone. The M25 can be accessed at Junctions 17 and 18, with links to the motorway network and major airports.

Square Footage: 829 sq ft



Directions

As you come out of Rickmansworth Station, head northeast on Rectory Rd/A412 toward Homestead Rd, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Chorleywood Rd/?A404, the property will shortly be on your left hand side.