This highly individual cottage style 4 bedroom detached chalet residence occupies an established elevated plot with South facing woodland and roof top views to the front and a sunny rear garden with generous and levelled lawn. Approached via an entrance hall with staircase, the bright and adaptable split level accommodation comprises: beautifully proportioned lounge with log burner and views across a deep sun deck and treetops beyond, contemporary fitted kitchen dining room with beautiful oak flooring, log burner within the fireplace, laundry/ boot room, study/snug and a ground floor cloakroom. On the first floor a landing leads to four double bedrooms, and two family bathrooms. Outside the rear garden provides a patio area, lawn with flower beds, hedged boundaries, mature trees and two generous timber sheds that provide good storage. To the front there is space for a garage to be built (subject to usual planning consents), and a driveway leading up to a parking area for several cars. The property provides scope for extension subject to planning consent. Energy rating C The desirable residential area of Oaklands is situated just north east of Welwyn village & enjoys some wonderful borders onto woodland & access to fine country walks. The neighbourhood has a junior/mixed infant school and a parade of shops that cater for daily needs. These include a sub post office, general convenience store, flower shop, chip shop & butcher. Just over a mile away is the truly picturesque village of Welwyn which is steeped in history & located on the banks of the river Mimram. Some great pubs & good restaurants can be found here, along with historic cottages, a hidden manor house, ancient ford, the Old Roman Baths & an independent baker. Welwyn Garden City is approximately 4 miles south & has a number of leisure facilities, large shopping centre and a John Lewis department store. There are excellent rail links in the nearby villages of Knebworth & Digswell (Welwyn North) which are approximately 5 minutes by car.