Offers over

£450,000

2 bed detached house for sale
Allum Lane, Elstree, Borehamwood WD6

    • 2 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 2 receptions

  • EPC Rating: D

Chain free
Freehold
Reduced on 01/10/2026

About this property

  • Unique detached period cottage dating back to the 1830's

  • Former gardener's cottage to the manor house

  • Two double bedrooms with dressing room to principal

  • Character features including exposed beams & fireplaces

  • Cosy lounge and separate dining room

  • Private rear garden

  • Off-street parking

  • Chain free and close to station & local amenities

  • Level access

Summary
A charming detached period cottage dating back to the 1830s, formerly the Gardener's Cottage to the Manor House, offering two double bedrooms, a dressing room, character features throughout, private rear garden, off-street parking, and no onward chain.

Description
Connells are delighted to present this charming detached, locally listed period cottage, dating back to the 1830s and formerly serving as the Gardener’s Cottage to The Manor House on Allum Lane. Steeped in history and character, this unique home showcases a wealth of original features, including exposed beams and feature fireplaces.

The ground floor offers a cosy living room centred around an attractive fireplace, a separate dining room ideal for entertaining, and a fitted kitchen with a traditional stable door providing access to the rear garden.

To the first floor, the principal bedroom is complemented by a useful dressing room, while a further double bedroom and family bathroom complete the accommodation.

Externally, the property benefits from a private rear garden and off-street parking to the front.

Ideally situated within easy reach of Elstree & Borehamwood Station, local shops, and everyday amenities, this characterful home is offered to the market chain free, presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique piece of local history.

Lounge
Windows to front, rear and side aspects, radiator.

Dining Room
Window to front aspect.

Kitchen
Window to front aspect, fitted kitchen with wall and base units, one bowl sink with drainer, space for dishwasher and washing machine.

First Floor

Bedroom 1
Principal assessable via dressing room, radiator, and windows to front and side aspect,

Dressing Room
Window to front aspect.

Bedroom 2
Window to rear aspect, radiator.

Bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC.

Front Garden
Driveway

Rear Garden
Laid to lawn, shed.

1. Money laundering regulations - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

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  • Tenure

    Freehold

  • Council tax band

    F

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