This fantastic detached family home set within a quiet lane in the village of Walkern, has been finished to a high standard with attention to detail. Having originally been two cottages and also benefitting from a two storey extension; this vast property has ample room for a family.
The ground floor benefits from an entrance hallway, refitted kitchen/diner, utility room, downstairs cloakroom and two reception rooms. The ground floor flows effortlessly with tiled flooring throughout. On the first floor; the landing provides a secondary study area with light tunnel, all four bedrooms accommodate double beds, the principal bedroom benefitting from a Juliet balcony, en-suite shower room and access to a dressing room. The family bathroom and w/c have both been refitted to a high standard.
Walkern is nestled within some of Hertfordshire’s finest undulating countryside offering walks, cycle and horse trails in every direction. The river Beane flows through the village and is one of the rarest most cherished chalk bed stream systems which are home to many rare and indeed unique associated species. Not only does Walkern offer natural beauty but also carries a wealth of historical significance.
Walkern has one of the oldest recorded churches within Hertfordshire which has born witness to the birth of law as one of the founding signatories of the Magna Carta. More recently it saw the last witch to be sentenced within the country, Jane Wenham . This history plays its part today embedded into the social fabric.
Walkern has a thriving and welcoming community which is very easy for anyone to become part of. There are many clubs and societies just waiting to be embraced including history society, Walkern players (drama group), the church, book clubs, cycling clubs, running and walking groups, friends of Lanvallay (Walkern's French twin), cricket, parish council and sports and community centre.
Award winning tea rooms, fantastic village shop (Budgens), Soon to reopen Pubs, several play areas for children to enjoy, super primary school and nursery, hairdressers, allotments and fabulous sports and community centre. All this on hand yet a short journey into Stevenage for all the larger shopping and recreational actives that modern towns provide. To cap it all a 40 minute commute into London!
