Detached house for sale in Sandpit Lane, St. Albans AL4

A substantial six bedroom, three reception room, detached family home which sits upon a generous South facing plot. Sandpit Lane is a highly sought after road within walking distance of outstanding primary and secondary schools, including Oakwood, Beaumont and Sandringham. The property has benefitted from significant extension and offers versatile, family-friendly living space.
This lovely 2922 sq ft house is complemented by high quality fixtures and fittings. The neutral decor theme and a favourable Southerly aspect creates a contemporary and bright family home. The flexible living accommodation includes a cloakroom, a 20' sitting room, a separate family room and a superb 'open plan' kitchen/dining room which has an extensive range of units and appliances. On the first floor there are four double bedrooms. The principal suite has an en-suite shower room and a dressing room. The family bathroom has a shower cubicle as well as a freestanding bath. The second floor provides two further bedrooms and a large under-eaves storage area.
Sandpit Lane is not only conveniently located for highly acclaimed good local schools but also for the excellent amenities at the Quadrant Parade. For the commuter, the mainline railway station, linking St. Albans to London, St. Pancras is approx. One mile away.

Outside

The lovely south facing rear garden has mature shrubs and trees creating some natural screening. There are also well stocked flower beds and an extensive patio area. The large garden room offers further accommodation, an excellent home office or hobbies studio. To the front, the block-paved driveway sets the house well back from the road, provides off road parking and access to the garage.

Situation

The historical city of St Albans offers a comprehensive range of shopping facilities within the city centre. St Albans is a Roman City of great historical interest, with an abundance of restaurants, cafes and bars. The Verulamium Park close by has approximately 100 acres of beautiful parkland and lake providing many leisure facilities. St Albans has an excellent selection of schooling both state and private.

For the commuter there is a fast one stop train link from St Albans City Station (which is also accessible along the Alban Way, a dedicated cycle route) to St Pancras International (with Eurostar direct to Brussels, Paris & Amsterdam) and directly onto the City. There is also access from the Abbey Station (walking distance) from which trains go to Watford Junction where there is the fast train into Euston station (approx. 20 minutes).

The surrounding countryside provides for an abundance of leisure activities including walking, riding, numerous golf courses, leisure centres and many areas of historical interest.