5 Benslow Lane

Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9RE

Guide Price

£975,000

Property Highlights

19th-century mid-terrace townhouse
Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes
Two further double bedrooms with bespoke storage
Family bathroom and cloakroom
Dual aspect sitting room with open fireplaces
Kitchen/breakfast/dining room
Family room with log burner and fitted cabinets
0.45 mile to Hitchin Train Station

Property description

A mid-Victorian three double bedroom extended and modernised townhouse with a rear garden, located within a short walk to both Hitchin market place and the train station.

This brick under slate family home was built in 1852 and has accommodation of over 1,500 sq. ft. set over four floors. The current owners have made significant improvements throughout the house including newly installed sash windows, a contemporary kitchen, and modern bathroom, while retaining period features. The lower ground floor has the family room along with the nearly 26 ft. long kitchen/breakfast/dining room; the sitting room and the cloakroom are on the ground floor. Both living areas run the full depth of the house. The first floor has the principal bedroom and a family bathroom. Two further double bedrooms are on the second floor. Outside there is a rear garden and the property is within walking distance of the town centre and railway station.

Kitchen and Reception Rooms

The dual aspect sitting room has two original fireplaces and engineered oak flooring; bespoke cabinets and shelving create a study area. A modern oak and glass staircase has been added to the lower ground floor. The kitchen/breakfast/dining room has contemporary Planet cabinets with Quartz worktops, integrated appliances, and an island with a microwave. There is a utility cupboard housing the white goods along with a pantry. From the dining area, bi-folding doors open to the garden. The panelled family room has glass double doors to the kitchen area, a log burning stove, and built-in alcove storage.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

All three double bedrooms have Planet built-in wardrobes. The principal bedroom and bedroom two have windows overlooking the front and bedroom three overlooks the garden. The family bathroom has underfloor heating, a modern oval bath, and a separate walk-in shower cubicle. There is a vanity wash basin, a low level WC and a window overlooking the garden. The refitted cloakroom with a window to the side is fully tiled with gold fittings, a vanity basin, and a WC.

Garden

The rear garden, enclosed by walled and fenced boundaries, has been designed with two separate patio seating areas connected via a path and with an area laid to lawn. The bi-folds in the dining area open onto the first patio. There is a range of mature trees, shrubs, and established flower beds. Neighbouring No. 5 Benslow Lane has right of access across No. 7 Benslow Lane; there is a timber side gate.

Situation and Schooling

Hitchin has a range of amenities with markets, and independent cafes, restaurants, and boutiques in the town centre. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool and the Queen Mother Theatre. There are several primary schools in Hitchin and secondary schooling at Hitchin Girls’ School, Hitchin Boys School (both rated outstanding by Ofsted) and The Priory School (rated good). St. Andrews Primary School (rated outstanding) is across the road and just a minutes’ walk away, William Ransom Primary School (rated outstanding) is 1 mile away; Kingshott School is 1.2 miles away.

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