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"Robsons have pleasure in offering for sale this truly stunning detached former lock keepers cottage set in a fabulous rural waterside setting. This beautiful home has been owned by the same family for over twenty years and the original lock keepers cottage reputedly dates back to the mid 1850 s and was owned by the locally renowned Walker family.

The house opens into a spacious hallway with a beautiful feature fireplace and to the right is a snug. To the left off the inner hall, are two further bedrooms with incredible views over the gardens and stream to the rear, a family bathroom, workshop and utility room.

The hall opens into an impressive conservatory which overlooks the breathtaking garden. Through the inner hall is a sitting area with a feature wood burner to enjoy cosy evenings which opens into the kitchen with ample floor and wall units and integrated appliances.

A curved staircase leads to the mezzanine sitting room with feature fireplace from which you can watch the boats pass by. There is a good sized principal bedroom with double aspect windows and a range of fitted cupboards and ensuite bathroom with a bath and spacious walk in shower.

To the front of the property is a part walled garden towards the canal towpath and lock. A tributary of the River Gade runs through the rear garden which has a peaceful setting with a vast lawn area and a patio to enjoy outside entertaining. To the side of the walled garden are two garden sheds. A gravel driveway leads you to the house with parking for several cars.

Rickmansworth town centre has a wide range of boutique shops, coffee houses, restaurants and major supermarkets. The Metropolitan and Chiltern line train services connect you to London Baker Street, Marylebone Station and beyond. The M25 motorway is available at both junction 17 and 18, connecting you to the national motorway network. The area is well served for good quality private and state schools for all ages. Chorleywood and Rickmansworth offer everything for the sporting individual from rugby, cricket, football, tennis, horse riding and golf. Rickmansworth Aquadrome is an ideal setting for walks, sailing, fishing and water skiing

Tenure Freehold
Local Authority Three Rivers District Council
Council Tax Band F
Energy Efficiency Rating Band G"