The property Longacres is a dormer-style home in need of modernisation, offering more than 1,300 sq. ft. of light-filled flexible accommodation arranged over two floors together with almost 2,500 sq. ft. of stabling and outbuildings.

Configured to provide an ideal family and entertaining space maximising the stunning rural views, the ground floor accommodation flows from a welcoming entrance hall with modern family bathroom and briefly comprises a spacious living room with rear aspect bay window, parquet flooring and exposed brick fireplace with woodburning stove, a generous family room with feature open fireplace and French doors to the rear terrace and a Amtico-floored kitchen/breakfast room with a range of wall and base units, modern integrated appliances, space for a sizeable table and a door to the side porch. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a bedroom wing comprising two well-proportioned bedrooms, one with feature rear aspect bay window and built-in storage. The first floor is dedicated to a large principal bedroom with built-in storage and stunning views over the garden and land to the rear.

General Local Authority: St Albans City and District Council Services: Electricity, Private Drainage (We understand that the private drainage at this property may not comply with the relevant regulations. Further information is being sought) Council Tax: Band G Tenure: Freehold Guide Price: £1,500,000

Outside

Outside Screened by mature trees and woodland, the property is approached through a five-bar gate over a gravelled driveway providing generous private parking and continuing past the property to two paddocks of approximately 3 acres for each paddock incorporating a 37 ft. outbuilding, 29 ft. open-sided barn, timber stable block with five loose boxes and two sheds over two levels. The formal garden surrounding lawn bordered by mature trees and features a paved rear terrace, ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining and enjoying far-reaching views over the property’s acreage and surrounding countryside.

Situation

Location Located between Wheathampstead and St. Albans, the historic village of Sandridge offers a good selection of day-to-day amenities including a village store, butcher, tea room, public houses and primary school, public parks at the Wick and Bernards Heath and further amenities at the Quadrant in Marshalswick. Wheathampstead also offers a good range of local shops, public houses and eateries. St. Albans' has a great range of speciality boutiques, independent retailers and major stores, with cultural and sporting facilities including concert and theatre venues, bowls and tennis club, golf course and football, rugby and cricket teams. Communications links are excellent: St. Albans’ mainline station offers fast through services via St. Pancras International to the City (19 mins), Gatwick and beyond, and access to the A1(M), M25 and M1. The area offers a wide range of state schooling including Howe Dell Primary, Beaumont and St. Albans Girls’ schools (all rated Outstanding by Ofsted).