Dudley Hill Close, Welwyn

This attractive and tastefully presented five-bedroom detached family house enjoys a cul-de-sac location within the highly regarded Oaklands area of Welwyn. The carefully enlarged accommodation extends to approximately 2,504 sq ft, with a particularly impressive kitchen/breakfast/family room, three further reception rooms and three first floor bath/shower rooms. Established west-facing gardens, a detached garden office and a private driveway leading to the integral garage further complement this delightful home.
Approached via a sheltered entrance, the accommodation comprises: entrance hall with staircase, cloakroom, comfortable dual-aspect lounge with bay window and feature fireplace, separate dining room and a useful study.
The outstanding kitchen/ breakfast /family room forms the heart of the house, measuring approximately 28’5″ x 22’2″ overall. This bright and sociable space features a substantial roof lantern and wide glazed doors opening onto the garden terrace. The kitchen is fitted with contemporary white cabinetry, contrasting work surfaces and a generous breakfast bar, with ample adjoining space for relaxed seating and family dining. A separate utility room provides access to the garden and garage.
The first floor offers five generous double bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with Juliet balcony overlooking the rear garden and an en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower and twin wash basins.
The second bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, whilst a family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
The established rear garden is a particular feature, enjoying a westerly aspect with broad lawns, mature trees and well-stocked borders. A paved terrace immediately adjoining the kitchen/family room provides an inviting setting for outside dining, with raised timber planters and a water feature adding interest. A detached glazed garden office offers useful additional space for working from home, hobbies or exercise.
To the front, a private driveway provides parking for several vehicles and access to the integral single garage, with lawn and mature hedging framing the approach.
The desirable residential area of Oaklands is situated just north east of Welwyn village & enjoys some wonderful borders onto woodland & access to fine country walks. The neighbourhood has two junior/mixed infant schools and is in the catchment area for Richard Hale, Bishop Hatfield & Sherrards Wood. With a parade of shops that cater for daily needs, these include a sub post office, general convenience store, chip shop & butchers. Just over a mile away is the truly picturesque village of Welwyn which is steeped in history & located on the banks of the river Mimram. Some great pubs & good restaurants can be found here, along with historic cottages, a hidden manor house, ancient ford, the Old Roman Baths & an independent baker.
Welwyn Garden City is approximately 4 miles south & has a number of leisure facilities, large shopping centre and a John Lewis department store.
There are excellent rail links in the nearby villages of Knebworth & Digswell (Welwyn North) which are approximately 5 minutes by car.
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