7 bed detached house for sale

Homewood Lane, Northaw, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6

An outstanding contemporary country residence offering exceptional family and leisure accommodation within about 2.75 acres of private landscaped grounds.

Description
Discreetly positioned along an exclusive private lane shared by only three homes, Homewood Lodge is an impressive country residence extending to approximately 8,500 sq ft. Recently remodelled and significantly enhanced, the house combines beautifully proportioned living spaces with an exceptional leisure suite, independent annexe and extensive grounds enjoying views across Home Wood and the surrounding countryside.

Set behind electronically operated gates, a sweeping carriage driveway provides an impressive approach to the house, with generous parking and access to the triple garage.

The reception hall immediately establishes the scale and quality of the accommodation. Its generous proportions create an elegant central point from which the principal rooms are arranged, while oak flooring and carefully considered finishes introduce the polished yet comfortable character found throughout the house.

At the heart of the home is the superb kitchen and breakfast room. Designed equally for family life and entertaining, it features an extensive range of cabinetry, a central island and professional grade Officine Gullo appliances. An adjoining pantry, utility room and laundry provide excellent practical support while keeping the principal kitchen uncluttered.

The reception accommodation has been thoughtfully arranged to offer both scale and flexibility. Five distinct living and entertaining areas provide settings for formal occasions, relaxed family gatherings and quieter moments.

A dedicated games room offers space for a billiard table, while the temperature controlled wine room, complete with commercial wine storage and a working fireplace, creates a particularly inviting space for entertaining.

A private office with its own external entrance is well suited to home working or professional use, allowing visitors to be received without passing through the main house.

One of the defining features of Homewood Lodge is its exceptional leisure suite. The indoor swimming pool is complemented by a gymnasium, steam room, two changing rooms, shower facilities and an ancillary kitchen. Mood lighting, an automatic pool cover and a bespoke sculptural installation (available by separate negotiation) add to the sense of a carefully conceived private spa.

The first floor is centred around an impressive principal bedroom suite, which includes two dressing rooms and a generously appointed en suite bathroom. Four further bedrooms on this floor each benefit from private en suite facilities, providing comfortable and well balanced accommodation for family and guests. A further bedroom and bathroom are arranged on the second floor.

The self contained annexe provides a reception room, kitchen, bedroom and en suite bathroom. This versatile space is ideal for guests, extended family or resident staff while retaining a valuable degree of independence.

Gardens and grounds
The gardens and grounds are an integral part of the appeal of Homewood Lodge. Extending to approximately 2.75 acres, they have been landscaped to provide a series of attractive outdoor spaces, with broad lawns, mature planting, established trees and picturesque water features creating a private parkland setting, backing directly onto Home Wood.

A raised entertaining terrace incorporates an outdoor kitchen, dining area and fireplace, with an electrically operated canopy allowing the space to be enjoyed in a variety of conditions. From here, there are views towards the refurbished, all-weather floodlit tennis court, which may also be used for five-a-side football and basketball. Cricket nets provide an additional sporting facility.

A kitchen garden, greenhouses and potting sheds introduce a practical country living element, while the enclosed boundaries provide privacy and definition. Together, the gardens, leisure facilities and entertaining spaces create an exceptional environment for recreation and outdoor living.

Location
Northaw is a highly regarded Hertfordshire village known for its attractive conservation area, semi-rural character and convenient position close to London.

The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation, while a number of golf courses and sporting facilities can be found throughout the area.

Nearby Potters Bar offers a broad range of shops, restaurants and everyday amenities, together with a railway station providing services to London King’s Cross in under 25 minutes. Road communications are equally convenient, with Junction 24 of the M25 situated less than two miles away and the West End accessible by car.

The wider area is well served by a selection of state and independent schools. Notable establishments include Queenswood School and Haileybury, with further educational choices available throughout Hertfordshire and North London.

Northaw and the surrounding villages offer an excellent choice of places to eat, including The Two Brewers in Northaw, The Plough in Cuffley and The Old Manor in Potters Bar.

Sporting opportunities include local tennis, football and cricket clubs, while village halls, youth groups, the community orchard, Women’s Institute and woodland organisations contribute to a particularly active and welcoming local community.

Square Footage: 8,490 sq ft

Acreage:
2.7 Acres

Directions
Sat nav postcode: EN6 4PP
what three words: ///hugs.chairs.cross

Additional Info
services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Electric car charging point. Various broadband options, including fibre, are available.