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FRENCHES FARM TOWER HILL • CHIPPERFIELD • KINGS LANGLEY HERTFORDSHIRE • WD4 9LN

M25 Junction 20 3 miles • Kings Langley (trains to London Euston from 25 mins) 3.5 miles M25 Junction 18 5 miles • Station 6.5 miles • Central London 29 miles • Heathrow Airport 19 miles (All distances are approximate) An outstanding Grade II listed farmhouse offering extensive accommodation of great charm and character set within a delightful 8 acre plot

House Seven bedrooms • Six bathrooms (three en suites) • Five receptions • Stunning beamed Vaulted kitchen/breakfast room • Ideally suit two families requiring an element of independent living

Grounds Beautiful gardens and grounds in all approximately 8 acre • Equestrian Stable block comprising two large and two small boxes • Period detached Hay barn with workshop and tack room • Lean to • Tool shed NB. A further 4 acre paddock is available to rent

EPC exempt

Price on application, Freehold

SAVILLS RICKMANSWORTH SAVILLS COUNTRY DEPARTMENT 11 Church Street, Rickmansworth, 33 Margaret Street, Hertfordshire, WD3 1BX London, W1G 0JD 01923 773 171 020 7016 3713 Contact: Graeme Warren Contact: Hugh Maconochie Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

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SITUATION Frenches Farm is situated in Chipperfield, one of Hertfordshire’s most picturesque and sought after villages, pleasantly set on the edge of the Chilterns and a short walk of the village. Chipperfield village is centred around the Common which extends to over 100 acres, principally woodland, providing lovely walks, bridle paths and a fine cricket pitch. The village has an historic church, pubs and village shops. , and provide supermarkets and more comprehensive shopping facilities. Chipperfield is within easy access of the M1, M25 and M40 motorways providing good communication to all parts of the country. The property is approximately 15 minutes from tube and mainline station and also 10 minutes from the London Euston rail connection at Kings Langley.

Sporting facilities nearby include golf at the well regarded Grove Hotel and Spa, Moor Park and the Ashridge estate. There is an abundance of good schools nearby, both preparatory and secondary, such as York House, Royal Masonic School for Girls, St Clement Danes, Merchant Taylors, St Helens and Berkhamsted Collegiate.

DESCRIPTION The first time to the market in 50 years, this outstanding Grade II listed farmhouse, thought to date from 1758, being one of the scattered farmsteads that characterised the village in the late Medieval period and is one of the former properties of the Manor House of Chipperfield. Set within the Conservation Area, the house offers beautifully appointed accommodation of immense charm and character, yet modernised and updated to a high standard in recent times.

The property is set within a wonderful 8 acre level plot with delightful gardens and grounds with a stable block, hay barn and ménage so ideal for equestrian use or those who enjoy country living.

Reception hall with wood burner which leads to a lovely double aspect dining room and cloakroom. There is a charming main drawing room with an inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, beamed ceiling and an adjoining bar. There are stairs down to a cellar. A bar area links nicely to a very attractive study with bread oven and quarry tiled floor. A staircase leads to the first floor west wing where there is a spacious heavily beamed landing and three double bedrooms. There is a well-appointed shower room and a large family bathroom. A further staircase provides access to the two attic rooms. From the reception hall is a most stunning vaulted kitchen/ breakfast room. The bespoke fitted kitchen has a comprehensive range of units, granite work surfaces and the usual appliances. Adjoining is rear lobby with a utility and cloakroom. Steps lead down to a very attractive family room with a beamed ceiling and walls, feature fireplace and double doors to the garden. Stairs from the kitchen provide access to a mezzanine study area and the master bedroom, another beautifully beamed room with a vaulted ceiling and lovely views over the grounds, dressing area and modern well-appointed bath/shower room with a vaulted beamed ceiling. From the family room a door leads to the area formerly used as an annexe with a fabulous inner hall/sitting area with many exposed beams and a staircase to the first floor east wing. There is a modern kitchen with dining area and attractive beamed living room with open brick fireplace plus a utility room. Front and rear doors lead to the garden areas. There is an attractive downstairs bedroom/study with a separate modern bathroom. To the first floor east wing is a galleried beamed landing with another beamed bedroom and an en suite bathroom. FRENCHES FARM Approximate Gross Internal Area: Main House: 6,078 sq ft / 565 sq m FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE

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GROUND FLOOR FRENCHES FARM Approximate Gross Internal Area: Outbuildings: 1,276 sq ft / 119 sq m Stable Block: 699 sq ft / 65 sq m Total: 1,975 sq ft / 184 sq m FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE

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GROUNDS In all approximately 8 acres. NB: A further 4 acre paddock is The rear gardens have been beautifully landscaped with a available to rent. Second gated access to former annexe. generous area of lawn, large number of mature trees, plants The grounds are an outstanding feature of this property and and shrubs; overall a wonderful setting overlooking the are approached through electronic gates over a sweeping adjoining fields and paddocks. To the north-east side are two gravel driveway and provides parking for many cars. further large fields. There is a very pretty cottage garden adjoining the original NB: Development Potential - Our clients have considered part of the farmhouse being well stocked with very attractive borders. A gate leads to the stable block. A further gate leads the possible redevelopment of the hay barn and stables to to the period hay barn, ménage and the main field. There is create further residential accommodation, subject to planning also further gated access from Scatterdells Lane. permission. Drawings are available.

SERVICES Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS All fixtures, fittings and furnishings i.e. curtains, light fittings and garden statuary etc. are expressly excluded from the sale, but some items may be made available by separate negotiations.

LOCAL AUTHORITY Borough Council. Tel: 01442 228000

DIRECTIONS From Junction 18 of the M25, exit towards Chorleywood on the A404 and proceed towards Amersham. Just before St Clement Danes School turn right towards Sarratt and proceed down North Hill and continue into Sarratt village. As you enter the village turn left and continue through Sarratt village on the village road through Belsize and all the way to Chipperfield village. At the crossroads turn left into Tower Hill and the driveway to Frenches Farm is to be found on the right hand side. From Junction 20 of the M25, take the A4251 Watford Road into Kings Langley High Street. Turn left into Langley Hill and left again onto Chipperfield Road. Continue for one and a half miles and at the Royal Oak crossroads turn right into Tower Hill and the driveway to Frenches Farm is to be found on the right hand side.

VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents Savills.

Important Notice: Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 19.05.25.NM. Kingfisher Print and Design Ltd. 01803 867087.