THE PROPERTY
Situated on one of the Garden City's most sought-after residential roads within the town centre conservation area, this charming early Letchworth Garden City home, dating from 1906, occupies an established plot exceeding a quarter of an acre. Offered chain free and presenting exciting scope for updating and enhancement, the property combines character, space and outstanding future potential in a prime setting.
A welcoming reception hall opens into a spacious dining room featuring a delightful window seat, while the elegant lounge flows seamlessly into the conservatory, creating ideal entertaining and family spaces. The kitchen includes a breakfast area, complemented by a practical utility room, all offering excellent opportunities for stylish modernisation.
To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, served by a family bathroom and separate dressing area Natural light and attractive outlooks enhance the accommodation throughout, while the layout offers flexibility for buyers seeking to reconfigure or extend, subject to the necessary planning permissions and consents if desired internally.
Outside a paved terrace leads onto generous lawned gardens, creating a wonderful setting for relaxing or entertaining during warmer months. To the side is a discreet courtyard providing a secluded, sunbathed seating area. A detached garage, with electric door and ample off-road parking, with carriage driveway, further enhance the appeal of this substantial home, ideally positioned moments from the town centre, amenities and excellent transport connections.
THE LOCATION
Norton Way South is a tree-lined residential avenue leading south from the town centre. Number 318 is within half a mile of the town centre and just over half a mile from the mainline railway station. Letchworth Garden City is on the Cambridge to London mainline with the fastest service to London King's Cross taking just 29 minutes and Cambridge 27 minutes away in the other direction. Junction 9 on the A1(M) is 1.4 miles away by car.
Designed in the early 20th Century to combine the benefits of town and country, Letchworth Garden City was the world's first example of this concept and succeeds to this day in achieving its aim. The town provides excellent schools, shops, leisure facilities and green open spaces. The house is well placed for easy access to schools, with St Francis' College and the St Christopher School both about half a mile away, the Lordship Farm Primary School three-quarters of a mile and the Highfield School and St Thomas More RC Primary School within a mile.
CONSTRUCTION
Rendered brick under a pitched tiled roof
SERVICES
Mains water, sewerage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
BROADBAND SPEED
A choice of providers with claimed download speeds of up to 10,000 Mbps.
MOBILE SIGNAL
Most providers claim up to 5G coverage.
CONSERVATION AREA
The property is located within a Conservation Area.
RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS
In line with industry regulations, estate agents are required to reference restrictive covenants in sales particulars. Restrictive covenants may guide how a property is used or altered, often to preserve an area's character. They can cover business or rental use, parking, boundaries, landscaping, external finishes, satellite equipment, and certain animals. Many are historic and may not affect everyday enjoyment. For more information, speak with the agent, and where relevant, full details will be confirmed during conveyancing.
EASEMENTS
In line with industry guidance, estate agents are required to reference restrictive easements in sales particulars. An easement gives a third party, such as a neighbour or utility company, limited access to the property for specific purposes, for example, on foot, by vehicle, or to maintain services. Some may also allow a neighbour to enter to carry out essential repairs. For more information, speak with the agent, and where relevant, full details will be confirmed during conveyancing.
FLOODING
In line with industry guidance, estate agents are required to reference flooding in sales particulars. Properties can be at risk of flooding and it is important for you to check if the property has been flooded in the last 5 years, what flood defences are in place and source of any flooding. For more information, speak with the agent, and where relevant, full details will be confirmed during conveyancing.
Property Ref: 18625963
Nearest Stations
- Letchworth Rail Station - 0.5 miles
- Baldock Rail Station - 2.0 miles
- Hitchin Rail Station - 2.2 miles
- Arlesey Rail Station - 4.1 miles
- Stevenage Rail Station - 5.0 miles