ABDALE HOUSE NORTH MYMMS, HERTFORDSHIRE An opportunity to purchase this extensive eight bed Grade II Listed Country House, with two bed annex and other outbuildings; some of which offer opportunity to develop (STPP). Abdale House and the annex (Northside) extend to a total of 6,382 sq.ft; the outbuildings extend to 1,970 sq.ft. With a total of 9.632 hectares (23.8 acres) Summary ● Pleasant rural location ● Excellent communications ● Brookmans Park 1 mile ● M25 J23 2.5 miles ● Potters Bar Rail 2.9 miles ● St Albans 6.2 miles ● Central London 18 miles For sale as a Whole or in four Lots by Private Treaty Enquiries Jack Panton or Matthew Alexander 01727 223902 [email protected] [email protected] bidwells.co.uk ABDALE HOUSE, NORTH MYMMS, NEAR HATFIELD HERTFORDSHIRE Introduction Lot 2, which also includes a small area of mature Abdale House is a 16th Century Tudor Manor House with It is also only 2.9 miles from Potters Bar Railway Station woodland to the east, offers a number of possible Victorian additions. Apparently King Peter of Yugoslavia which provides direct trains to London Kings Cross within opportunities for residential development, subject to and some of his cabinet sheltered here during World War 16 minutes. planning. Bidwells has not made any contact with the II and it was also used by the Polish Air Force as a radio Local Authority on this basis. station in this period. Abdale House was then purchased Lot 1 (edged red on the plan) by the current family in 1956. Comprising Abdale House and gardens, the adjoining Lot 3 (edged blue on the plan) annex known as Northside with adjacent tool shed, garage Extending to 5.18 acres of grazing land, this Lot offers The Property offers great opportunity to establish a and store, and paddock land. In all the built element superb opportunity for other equestrian uses. There are wonderful family home or, given its location and close extends to approximately 7,593 sq.ft and the land to 9.32 also two sets of timber framed constructions that could be proximity to London, as a leisure facility providing a venue acres. renovated. Access is available directly from Warrengate for weekend retreats. In addition is the opportunity to Road The main house is in need of complete renovation and develop the outbuildings; in particular the traditionally built modernisation, but has a wonderful array of period Lot 4 (edged green on the plan) barn and garage units that could become another dwelling features and on the ground floor has a lovely open Lot 4 comprises 9.3 acres of grazing land with direct (subject to any necessary consents). entrance hall with parquet flooring, three reception rooms, access onto Swanland Road. It offers potential for many kitchen, pantry and utility room. On the first floor are five other equestrian and leisure activities, and possibly some There is also a total of approximately 21 acres of paddock bedrooms, a study or sixth bedroom, dressing room/en hope of long term development owing to its proximity to land that is currently used for equestrian grazing. Other suite and bathroom and on the second floor is a further the residential properties on the southern boundary. leisure and amenity uses, or even long-term development bedroom and two box rooms. (see floor plans over leaf). would all be subject to planning. Wayleaves, Easements, Covenants and Rights of Way Northside is also in need of attention, but on the ground The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of Situation floor has a living room, dining room, kitchen and a utility all existing wayleaves easements covenants and rights of Abdale House and Northside stand in a secluded rural room. On the first floor are two bedrooms and a bathroom. way associated with this property. Attention should location set back from Warrengate Road. A gravelled drive There is also access to a cellar. particularly be paid to an electricity cable that passes leads to both dwellings. The Property has extensive This Lot offers the most opportunity, with the chance for under the eastern boundaries of Lots 3 and 4, a water gardens with mature hedges and trees. There is a barn someone to make their mark on this significant Manor defence bund also encroaches on these two Lots and a and garaging and the whole extends to approximately House, including re-uniting the two dwellings, further gas pipe passes beneath some of the land. 23.80 acres (9.673 hectares). development, or possibly to convert as a leisure destination. Local Authority There are number of residential properties to the south Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council beyond the grazing land, and another group of properties Lot 2 (edged yellow on the plan) t: 01707 357 000 beyond the outbuildings to the north with access from This lot comprises a traditional timber framed barn with loft Abdale Lane, a Byway Open to All Traffic (Byway 5A). on a brick plinth measuring approximately 481 sq.ft, and a Services There is a small wooded area to the northern boundary brick and timber framed garage measuring approximately Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to along the eastern side of the Property. 278 sq.ft with an adjacent store room and second level Abdale House and Northside. Both dwellings have oil fired which is currently inaccessible. The barn, formerly a central heating. Lot 2 is also connected to mains The Property lies to the south of the hamlet of Water End, stables, adjoins a dwelling under separate ownership to electricity. which is a pleasant area of traditional style dwellings and the west. includes a country pub, known as the Woodman. It is Postcode approximately 1 mile from Brookmans Park, 3 miles from The nearest postcode for the property is AL9 7TX. J1 of the A1(M) and J23 of the M25. Tenure and Possession The Property is being sold Freehold with Vacant Possession. Method of Sale The property is for sale by Private Treaty as a whole or in four lots. Overage Provision An Overage Provision will be imposed on Lots 3 and 4 reserving a 35% share of any increase in value accruing for planning permission for development, other than for small scale equestrian use, for a period of 35 years. Viewings All viewings must be accompanied by a member of Bidwells staff on allocated viewing days. Separate viewings will be available as required. Additional Information Agents Note If there is any particular element of the property that you wish to discuss, such as condition, location or development possibility, please do so on the phone before viewing; so as to avoid any wasted journeys to the property. Given the potential hazards of an old property such as this, we ask you to be as vigilant as possible for your own personal safety when making any inspection of the property. The photos were taken in April 2017. 01727 223902 bidwells.co.uk .