Buyers Mr & Mrs Ludlow have just bought a beautiful family home with Fine & Country Berkhamsted and comment on why they soley desired a Berkhamsted location.“The historic town of Berkhamsted has an atmosphere and charm which instantly appealed to us. Being surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to great schools meant we were hooked,” says Mr. Ludlow. “Fine & Country has a huge selection of beautiful family homes available for sale at great value. Even though I shall be commuting to London for work, the journey is only 30 minutes and I really look forward to returning to the country each evening. Berkhamsted ticks all the boxes – great schools, rural location, good transport links and ultimately has given us the opportunity to purchase a significantly larger home than what we could afford in London.”

One example of a large period property for sale with Fine & Country is a 6 bedroom Victorian townhouse in the centre of Berkhamsted which blends all of its original charm, character and original features with contemporary styling. On the market for £875,000 Charles Street is only a few minutes’ walk from the town centre and railway station and contains a wealth of period features to include a feature fireplace, high ceilings, attractive bay windows and stained glass doors. Click here to view the online brochure.

 Berkhamsted is a popular lifestyle choice for the entire family offering contrasts in location. For example, only a few miles from the town centre one can enjoy a rural countryside setting with small local pubs and civil parishes. The nearby sought after village of Little Gaddesden is owned and managed by the National Trust and set within the tranquil beech forests of Ashridge Park. Rural properties here can vary from quintessentially English country cottages to idyllic rural hamlets whilst the market town of Berkhamsted boasts a variety of Victorian townhouses dotted around the bustling high street and Great Junction Canal. For the busy business person seeking a good quality of life and some escapism, the rolling countryside surroundings with its gentle flowing waterways and masses of wildlife are an ideal tonic.

Importantly, the region also hosts well reputed state and private schools such as Berkhamsted School and Egerton-Rothesay School which was opened in September 1988 by the then Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher.

Berkhamsted is also a popular choice for commuters who can reach London Euston by rail in 30 minutes or by road via the nearby M1, M25 and M40 motorways. International airports can also be reached in 45 minutes by road via the M25.