3 bed detached house for sale

Payne End, Sandon, Buntingford SG9

Wootton Cottage is a charming double-fronted detached cottage that has been lovingly cared for and thoughtfully improved over the years, offering well-balanced accommodation across two floors. Set within a generous plot of approximately 0.287 acres, the property's standout feature is its exceptional outdoor space, which provides exciting potential for further enhancement or extension, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

The accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance hall, leading to a delightful family/dining room that provides an inviting space for both entertaining and everyday family life. Across the hall, the cosy living room is centred around a charming wood-burning stove, creating a warm and relaxing atmosphere.

To the rear of the property is a modern kitchen/dining room, enjoying pleasant views across the rear garden. The kitchen offers an excellent range of wall and base units, generous worktop space, and ample room for dining. Beyond the kitchen is a useful rear lobby, giving access to a practical utility room, a separate WC, and an external door leading directly into the garden.

The first floor comprises three bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while the remaining two bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. The third bedroom is arranged in a 'Jack and Jill' style configuration, with access gained through the family bathroom, making it well suited as a guest bedroom, dressing room or home office.

Outside, the property is approached via an attractive front garden, predominantly laid to lawn and beautifully stocked with a variety of mature plants, shrubs, and trees. A pathway with steps leads to the front entrance, while a generous gravel driveway extends along the side of the property and continues to the rear, providing ample off-road parking for several vehicles.

The rear garden has been lovingly landscaped and offers an ideal setting for both relaxing and entertaining. A spacious patio provides the perfect space for outdoor dining before leading onto an expansive lawn surrounded by established trees, shrubs, and colourful planting. Towards the rear of the garden is a charming pond, creating a peaceful focal point. The western side of the plot is predominantly laid to lawn and also benefits from several useful timber storage sheds, all enclosed by mature hedging and trees to provide an excellent degree of privacy.

Additional Information – Important Notice

Please note that the property is being sold subject to a covenant affecting the western section of the garden for a period of 15 years. Should residential or commercial development be undertaken within this period, the seller will be entitled to 30% of the open market value of the development land.

Located on a quiet country lane within the highly sought-after village of Sandon, the property enjoys a peaceful rural setting with the benefit of a strong local community and its own well-regarded primary school. Sandon is ideally positioned for convenient access to major transport links, including the A10, which is less than 3 miles away, providing excellent connectivity to surrounding towns and beyond. The A505 and A1(M) are also easily accessible, offering further road links across the region. Ashwell and Morden train station is only a five minute drive away and the nearby market town of Royston is just five miles away and offers a mainline railway station with services into London, along with a wide range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The property is also well placed for access to Baldock and Hitchin, both of which provide additional amenities, schooling and rail connections.
For families, the area is particularly well served by education options, with the property falling within the catchment area for Knights Templar School in Baldock, a well-regarded secondary school, which is also served by a local bus service.

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