For Sale7 Bedroom Farm House in Kimpton Road, Kimpton, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4£2,645,000

7 bedroom equestrian property A delightful Grade II Listed equestrian farmhouse and converted stables with outbuildings and extensive grounds, in a sought after setting near Kimpton. Sitting room | Well room | Dining room | Study |Kitchen | Utility/kitchen | Cloakroom | Principal bedroom with en suite shower room | 3 Further bedrooms, 1 en suite | Family bathroom | 2 Garages | Stable | Field shelter | Gardens & grounds | In all approximate 3 acres | EPC rating TBC Victorian Stables | Sitting area | Dining area | study mezzanine area | Kitchen | Utility | Principal bedroom with en-suite shower room | 2 further bedrooms | family bathroom | garage | Stable | Garden EPC Rating B The properties Old Ramridge Farmhouse and Victorian Stables are Grade II listed properties with huge character, set in a peaceful rural position near the popular village of Kimpton. Old Ramridge Farmhouse is thought to date from the late 15th or early-16th century, and features plenty of charming period details, including exposed timber beams and brickwork and handsome original fireplaces. There is a flexible layout with four bedrooms, including the potential for using part of the home as a self-contained annexe. The main part of the ground floor has two comfortable reception rooms including the well proportioned sitting room with its inglenook fireplace, which is fitted with a woodburning stove and a formal dining room. The kitchen has tiled flooring, farmhouse-style units, wooden worktops and a central island, as well as a butler sink. The ground floor also has a utility room or a second kitchen for use in the annexe area. This separate ground-floor living space includes a bedroom or reception room with an en suite shower, as well as a sitting room, known as the ‘Well Room’ because of its historic well, set into the ground and covered by a glass floor. Upstairs there is a large family bathroom and four double bedrooms, including the en suite principal bedroom, which is accessed via its own private staircase. Victorian Stables This stunning Grade II Listed barn conversion displays beautifully appointed accommodation, together with charming original features. The barn, which dates from the 17th century, has exposed timber framing throughout, with an impressive, vaulted ceiling, while the accommodation has a light and airy open plan feel, plus three bedrooms. The main reception area is the 29ft sitting area, dining and kitchen. This splendid living and entertaining space has stylish limestone flooring with a new Mitsubishi Air Source heat pump providing underfloor heating throughout and optic fibre broadband, a woodburning stove and French doors opening onto the garden, as well as space for a seating area and a family dining table. The kitchen has stylish, contemporary units, a central island and a range cooker. Stairs lead to a mezzanine level overlooking the reception room, which could be used as an office space for home working. The three bedrooms are all comfortable and well presented, including the principal bedroom with a luxury en suite shower room. There’s also a family bathroom with an elegant freestanding bathtub and a separate shower unit. The property benefits from a 8 year build Assure warranty. Location The property lies just outside the small but charming village of Kimpton in Hertfordshire, which is placed conveniently for transport links to nearby towns and with London within easy reach. The village has a local store, post office, pub and primary school, plus a parish church and two recreation grounds. The highly sought-after town of Harpenden, with its thriving High Street and comprehensive range of shopping facilities, is just a short drive away. The town has an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops and numerous independent shops, plus excellent sports and leisure facilities. Harpenden also offers a strong selection of outstanding state primary and secondary schools, and is located near to several excellent independent schools. Kimpton is conveniently located for commuters, with the A (M) less than five miles and the M1 less than eight miles away respectively. Harpenden mainline station provides fast and regular services to London St. Pancras International. This property has 3 acres of land. Outside Outside At the front of the property there is a gravel courtyard with plenty of parking space for residents and guests alike, as well as access to the two garages and other outbuildings. At the rear, the gardens include an area of patio for al fresco dining, as well as a lawn with established borders of hedgerow and mature trees. There is a charming natural wild life swimming pond which is well stocked with Koi Carp. Additionally, there is an orchard, another pond, meadows and paddocks, as well as a stable and a field shelter, providing space and facilities for training and exercising horses. In all approximately 3 acres. Situation Harpenden town centre 4.3, Harpenden mainline station 4.7 miles (London St. Pancras 23 minutes), Luton town centre 5.2 miles, Luton Airport 5.3 miles, M1 (Jct 10) 6.1 miles, Welwyn Garden City 8.2 miles, Stevenage 8.7 miles, St. Albans 9.2 miles, Central London 28 miles Directions From Strutt & Parker’s Harpenden office, head north on the High Street. Turn right at the roundabout onto Sun Lane. Take the second exit at the next roundabout followed immediately by the first exit at the adjoining roundabout, onto Westfield Road. Continue straight ahead. At the junction, turn left and immediately right onto Bower Heath Lane/B652. After 2.4 miles, turn left onto Luton Road, then continue onto Kimpton Road. After 0.8 miles, take the entrance on your left and then keep right to head towards the farmhouse.