Detached house for sale in York Road, St.Albans AL1

Built circa 1910, this beautiful home is situated on a substantial level plot in a highly sought after location. This property has been a much loved family home for many years and and now offers an opportunity to modernise and improve for the next generation. With five bedrooms and three receptions already, there is scope to enhance the accommodation further subject to any necessary permissions. High ceilings and bay windows that make the rooms so bright abound. Feature fireplaces lend a comfortable feel, whilst the handsome period detailing throughout, including decorative cornice and picture rails are a delight. The property is currently split into two masionettes, with planning submitted to convert the home back into one residence. On the ground floor the home is accessed via a good sized entrance hall leading to a spacious drawing room and a living room. The kitchen to the rear still has a walk in pantry, leading to the w/c and bathroom. Further accommodation includes a bedroom and conservatory with doors to the garden. Accessed via the side of the property, the first floor accommodation includes, two large bedrooms, a living room, kitchen/dining room, bathroom and w/c. Stairs from the landing lead to a second floor bedroom. Externally the property enjoys a mature lawned rear garden with patio area and a variety of shrubs, trees and plants. There is ample parking on the driveway. The property is in a premier location, well positioned for walking to the mainline railway station and the city centre. Nearby Clarence Park itself is delightful open space of around 9 acres and it provides a number of sports facilities such as, Cricket, Football, Tennis, Bowls and Hockey. Chain free.