For Sale3 Bedroom Detached House in Water Lane, Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3£1,800,000

A charming, detached Grade II listed cottage, which sits in beautiful gardens and grounds of approximately 4.8 acres. The Acorn is nestled along a quiet country road in the picturesque village of Bovingdon. Accessed via Water Lane, the property sits privately behind electric gates, with a generous driveway offering ample parking. This charming and characterful home is believed to date back in part to the 16th century, offering spacious and versatile accommodation throughout, beautifully enhanced by a wealth of period features. The ground floor features four distinct reception areas, a well-appointed kitchen, a utility room, and a cloakroom. The sitting room and drawing room create an inviting double reception space, with a large inglenook fireplace with a log burner and patio doors that open out to the garden. Additional living space includes a formal dining room and a separate breakfast room. The kitchen has been thoughtfully refurbished in a contemporary style, sympathetic to the home's historic character. It connects to the utility room via a striking glass walkway, and the utility itself provides generous additional space. A cellar offers further practical storage. Two staircases lead to the first floor, adding to the flexibility and flow of the home. Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms and two spacious bathrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly delightful, with triple-aspect windows offering picturesque views. The two additional double bedrooms include one with an impressive vaulted ceiling. The property also benefits from a versatile detached outbuilding, currently arranged as a garage, store/workshop, bathroom, and a studio complete with kitchenette. Beyond the garden, the paddocks feature stabling, a tack room, and an additional outbuilding currently used as a studio or office space - offering ideal potential for a variety of uses. Gardens & Grounds: The Acorn sits in wonderful gardens and grounds, which measure approximately 4.8 acres in total, intelligently split with a separate garden area and a paddock. The garden is a delightful area to enjoy, generous and private with an array of planting and an expansive lawned area. A gate leads on to the paddock, which benefits from its own private vehicular access point, as well as stabling and a further outbuilding, which makes a versatile space.