Swangleys Lane, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, SG3

Putterills Knebworth are privileged to bring to market one of Knebworth’s finest homes, enviably positioned within a highly regarded location just a short stroll from the heart of the village, renowned local schooling and the mainline railway station, ideal for commuters seeking the perfect balance between village living and city accessibility.

Swangleys Farmhouse is a stunning Victorian residence dating back to 1896/97, beautifully enhanced over the years by the current owners whilst retaining an abundance of original charm and character throughout. The principal residence extends to in excess of 3,300 sq. ft. of accommodation arranged over two impressive floors.

The accommodation is introduced via a grand entrance hall providing access to all principal rooms. A magnificent dual-aspect 28ft sitting room, centred around a feature wood-burning stove, provides an exceptional entertaining and living space. A separate formal dining room offers the perfect setting for hosting family gatherings and dinner parties, whilst the bespoke Smallbone country-style kitchen, complete with Aga, complements the age and character of the home beautifully and enjoys attractive views over the rear garden. Beyond the kitchen is a further reception/family room, perfectly suited for everyday family living.

Completing the ground floor is a home office, ideal for modern working requirements, together with a utility area and downstairs cloakroom.

The first floor is equally impressive, featuring a stunning principal bedroom suite by Smallbone which has been thoughtfully redesigned to include a bespoke dressing room leading through to a sizeable en-suite shower room. Five further well-proportioned bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and an additional shower room.

The Cottage:

The cottage is a detached standalone dwelling, offering excellent versatility for those seeking multi-generational living or independent guest accommodation. Equally, it could lend itself to a boutique bed and breakfast or countryside retreat for visitors wanting convenient access into London. The cottage has been comprehensively remodelled and now comprises a lounge, fitted kitchen, bedroom and fitted shower room. In addition, a utility room could easily be repurposed into a second bedroom, subject to minimal alteration.

Exterior:
Occupying a plot approaching one acre, the grounds are a true credit to the current owners and provide an exceptional setting from the moment of arrival. A substantial gravel driveway provides extensive parking and leads to an impressive garage complex, ideal for car enthusiasts whilst still perfectly suited for everyday practical use. Above the main garaging is a generous storage area accessed via a loft ladder, whilst a first-floor section overlooks the main garage space below. A non-structural dividing wall could be removed if desired to create further vehicle accommodation, whilst an EV charging point is also installed.

A central staircase rises to a versatile mezzanine level, offering outstanding flexibility and perfectly suited for large family gatherings, entertaining or even a home-based business setup.

The Informal Gardens:
The beautifully maintained low maintainance informal gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped and transformed over the years to create a wonderful outdoor environment for all the family to enjoy. The mature and well-stocked grounds provide several seating areas, extensive lawned gardens and secure boundaries enhanced by newly erected fencing and established laurel screening along the roadside. Power and water supplies are available at various points throughout the grounds, including the greenhouse, garden shed and garage area.

Energy Rating: D

Knebworth village provides a High Street with shops for daily needs. There is a chemist, post office, doctors' surgery, two dentists, Co-op general store, Indian restaurant, Chinese take away, two cafés, wine merchants & a well-regarded junior/mixed infant school. The mainline railway station with frequent service allows access to London Kings Cross in around 25 /35 minutes. There are five churches all linked through the Knebworth Family of Churches, a Golf club & a great recreation ground with tennis courts, bowling green and toddlers play area.
The village is well placed for access to neighbouring towns and commuter links, with the following distances for guidance only: Stanstead airport 28 miles - Luton airport 13 miles - Heathrow airport 39 miles - A1(m) 3.6 miles - Hertford 8.5 miles - St Albans 13 miles - M25 Jct23 14 miles.
As with many local villages, the current local plan includes areas of proposed development. For further details please visit the North Herts District Council website.