A rare opportunity to purchase this two bedroom semi-detached stable conversion forming part of an exclusive development of similar character properties within the heart of the Old Town, opposite The Bowling Green. Offering an abundance of original features including vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and timbers, this characterful home represents an ideal first time purchase or suitable for the discerning purchase looking to downsize to a low maintenance pied-de-terre. The property enjoys the use of the extensive manicured communal gardens with double glazing, gas fired central heating and an allocated parking space in the adjoining courtyard. The accommodation comprises a comfortable well-proportioned lounge, open-plan kitchen/dining room, first floor landing leading to two feature bedrooms both of which have full height vaulted beam ceilings and a traditional family bathroom. Viewing highly recommended.

HISTORY
4 The Grange forms part of an original 16th Century Coaching Inn, first recorded as "The Swann Inn" in 1530 under the reign of Elizabeth I. It is believed that Charles I was led through the Old Town back to London under arrest by the parliamentarian soldiers during the Civil War years. The famous diarist, Samuel Pepys, recorded a journey through Stevenage on 5 August 1664 and again in 1667, staying at "The Swann Inn" and playing bowls on the Green opposite. It is further believed that Charles Dickens himself would of frequented the Inn whilst waiting for a carriage to take him the visit the fellow writer and politician Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton at Knebworth House. More recently, "The Swann Inn" was renamed "The Grange" in the 1840's by Reverend John Osborne Seager who converted the building into a boys school. Of late, "The Grange" was used as council offices incorporating the Town's Registry Office. "The Grange" comprises a group of Grade II and Grade II* Listed Buildings arranged around an attractive courtyard. The buildings are a mix of styles including Tudor oak frames, fine Tudor brickwork and Georgian facades with large sash windows. The buildings were successfully converted into eight townhouses, cottages and six apartments by Sarbir Developments in 1999 and the winner of the Bronze Award for "Best Renovation" at the "What House" Awards in the year 2000.

LOCATION
Stevenage comprises both the New and Old Towns and is conveniently situated within easy access of the A1M offering easy access to London, the M25 and also to the North. Local road links provide access to adjacent towns including Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock, Welwyn Garden City and Hertford. Stevenage is currently undergoing a £1billion Regeneration Plan. The initial plan will include the development covering 14.5 acres of the town centre and introducing 11 new buildings including residential, leisure, community, commercial and retail facilities. The Historic High Street in the Old Town offers a good selection of shops, cafés/restaurants, public houses, a Library and two Doctor’s Surgeries. In addition, the area is well served by Lister Hospital and a good selection of local primary and secondary schools. The New Town currently provides a large pedestrianised shopping centre and retail parks together with the Gordon Craig Theatre, David Lloyd Health Club, the Leisure Park with its restaurants, bars and night club, bowling alley and 16-screen Cineworld complex. Fairlands Valley Park and lakes are nearby. Stevenage mainline railway station offers a fast and frequent rail service into London Kings Cross (23 mins) and the St Pancras International rail link to Europe. Both Luton and Stansted Airports are approximately 20 miles away.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
Wooden panelled front door to:

LOUNGE 4.90m x 4.78m
A dual aspect provided by a double glazed windows to both the front elevation and side elevations. Staircase rising to the first floor with cupboard below. Exposed wooden floor boards and ceiling timbers. Radiator and door to:

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM 4.95m x 2.39m
Fitted to one end with a range of Shaker style base and eye level units and drawers finished with wooden effect work surfaces with an inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, tiled splashbacks, integrated stainless steel single oven, hob and extractor with space and plumbing for further appliances. Space for dining table, exposed wooden floorboards, radiator and dual aspect double glazed windows to the front and rear elevations.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Exposed wooden floorboards and timbers. Doors to:

BEDROOM ONE 3.23m x 3.23m
Feature vaulted beamed ceiling, exposed wooden floorboards, support beam at head height, eaves storage cupboards, radiator and double glazed window to the side elevation.

BEDROOM TWO 3.30m x 2.46m
Continuation of feature vaulted beamed ceiling and exposed wooden floorboards. Low level support beam, access to loft space, radiator and double glazed Velux window to the rear elevation.

BATHROOM
Fitted with a traditional white suite to comprise a bath with antique style mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal hand wash basin and low level wc.. Exposed timbers to part vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden floorboards, tiled splashbacks, radiator and double glazed Velux window to the front elevation.

OUTSIDE
The Grange is approached via Old Swann Court, a private no-through road, with a substantial gravelled parking area set behind tall brick walls with stone capped pillars leading onto the communal gardens with limestone paved pathway to the communal entrance door with entry system.

COMMUNAL GARDENS
The property enjoys the use of the substantial communal private gardens, well tended, laid predominantly to lawn interspersed with topiary borders and mature specimen trees.

PARKING
There is one allocated parking space located within the residents parking area.

MAINTENANCE CHARGE
We have been advised by the vendor that the maintenance charge for last year was £577.46. We are currently awaiting the estimated maintenance charge for the current year. This figure covers the gardening and maintenance of the common areas and bin cupboard etc.

COUNCIL TAX AND EPC
The Council Tax Band is E. The EPC rating is C.

VIEWING INFORMATION
Viewing is strictly by appointment only through Putterills of Hertfordshire, through whom all negotiations should be conducted.

DISCLAIMER
Putterills endeavour to maintain accurate depictions of properties in virtual tours, floor plans and descriptions, however, these are intended only as a guide and intended purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Prior to a sale being agreed, prospective purchasers will be required to produce identification documents. Your co-operation with this, in order to comply with Money Laundering regulations, will be appreciated and will assist with the smooth progression of the sale. FIXTURES & FITTINGS: All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All others are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.

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