Location

This elegant house is situated in a prominent position and is a substantial character home with fantastic views from the first and second floor and within striking distance of Rickmansworth Station and the town centre. Rickmansworth is a busy commuter town combining an eclectic mix of old and new plus an excellent selection of restaurants, cafés together with a variety of shops including Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and Tesco. Rickmansworth Station provides a frequent service via the Metropolitan Line to Baker Street and the City plus the Chiltern Turbo to Marylebone. Access to the M25 is at Junctions 17 or 18 with links to the M4, M40 and M1 plus Heathrow and Luton Airport. There is a selection of schools both state and private within the locality.

Description

This enchanting Victorian era property is nestled within a vibrant and welcoming community in a convenient location approximately 0.4 miles from Rickmansworth Metropolitan line station and the town centre, with local parks and well regarded schools also within easy reach.

Rosenlaui is in need of refurbishment throughout but exudes character and elegance, with a plethora of original period features including exquisite fireplaces in most rooms, high ceilings and decorative stained glass windows. Many of the windows and doors are original, filling the property with natural light. For the eco-conscious, the house is equipped with solar panels for energy efficiency and reduced utility costs. Additionally, a modern water softener has been installed.

On entering the property, a spacious hallway gives access to all principal reception rooms and stairs lead down to additional basement storage. The sitting room and dining room are both to the front of the property, with large windows and high ceilings creating a sense of grandeur. To the rear is the kitchen/breakfast room, a study and a convenient cloakroom. There is also a conservatory accessible from the hallway and dining room that leads out to the side of the property.

On the first floor are four bedrooms and a family bathroom, as well as a private balcony to the side. There are two further bedrooms and another family bathroom on the second floor.

Externally, the property is approached across a gated driveway leading to a versatile garage and adjoining outbuilding, with storage rooms, a utility room and a cloakroom. The first floor of the outbuilding is currently used as a workshop. The expansive walled garden offers a serene retreat, complete with an original hand pump for water. There is an array of mature shrubs and trees and ample space for a vegetable garden.

Directions

From Rickmansworth Station proceed along the Chorleywood Road (A404) in the direction of Chorleywood and take your first turning on your left into Nightingale Road, follow Nightingale Road and on passing Meadow Way on the right, Rosenlaui, 27 Nightingale Road, can be found on the right.