High Flight’s design and layout is intelligent, considered and practical offering superb accommodation of over 4,600 sq. ft showcasing a highly effective split level design across six floors. An enclosed entrance hallway with coats cupboard leads through to a larger inner hallway. This provides direct access to the family room which is highly flexible and has doors leading out to the covered entertaining area with fireplace and stairs down to the terrace and garden beyond. From the main reception hallway there is also access to one of two study’s, the utility room and a cloakroom. A small staircase leads up to another landing and through to the impressive 6.5m x 5m sitting room with wonderful raised views of the garden and across Berkhamsted town. French doors lead out onto a roof terrace further enhancing the appeal of this fantastic room. Stairs rise up from the mid-level landing to three wonderfully proportioned double bedrooms, one of which is en-suite, and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom is situated on its own level and is a fantastic space with fitted wardrobes, a dressing room and spacious en-suite with separate bath and shower. From the landing stairs rise up two further rooms, a double bedroom with en-suite and bedroom six which is currently used as a second study. There is also a useful store cupboard. From the main inner hallway stairs lead down to the most impressive of spaces, the kitchen, dining, family area. The Nicholas James kitchen, as one would expect, has been beautifully designed and crafted boasting an electric AGA, two Halogen hobs and a separate microwave oven. There are further integrated appliances including a full size fridge, two freezers and a wine fridge. Off the dining area is store and cloakroom. A door leads through to a staircase which provides access to the Annexe which has its own private entrance to the side of the property and can be separated from the main house if required.
Outside
From the kitchen, dining, family room, French doors lead out onto the terrace and south facing rear garden. The terrace offers a magical entertaining area in the warmer months while the extensive and mature garden provides an excellent degree of privacy and for children to run wild! There is a useful gate at the end of the garden leading onto allotments which allows for a swift walk to the High Street and train station. In addition to the garden, there is a raised, covered terrace off the family room with a chimney ideal for a Chiminea extending the use of this superb space into the late evening or colder days. There is ample driveway parking and a double garage which is integral to the house.
Schools
Berkhamsted has an array of excellent primary schools and for secondary education the state funded Ashlyns school is highly regarded whilst Berkhamsted School provides private education from nursery through to A-levels.
Local Amenities
Extensive shopping facilities locally from independent local shops and boutiques to a choice of supermarkets including Waitrose and an M&S Food Halll in the town. There is a superb choice of places to dine out with many restaurants, bistros and pubs within the town. Berkhamsted also has Wednesday and Saturday markets adding to the charm of this vibrant town. Superb sports and recreational facilities with the town having its own tennis club, cricket club and the renowned Ashridge golf club are nearby. National Trust Ashridge estate offers approx 5,000 acres of protected woodland to enjoy either on foot, bike or horse.
Transport
Main line railway station in the centre of Berkhamsted provides direct access to London Euston in approx. 32 mins. The A41 dual carriageway is easily accessed from the town providing access to M25 Junction 20 (approx. 7 miles).
Services: Ground source to underfloor heating. Gas fired boiler for hot water, mains electricity, water and drainage.
Local Authority: Dacorum Borough Council
Council Tax Band: H
Private road levy: Approx £200 per annum