Property Spotlight: A character-packed 1960s home in Hatfield
The striking living room measures 22' x 11' - Credit: Archant
This beautifully preserved three-bedroom house sits on Pleasant Rise, a quiet residential street forming part of the Ryde estate, Hatfield.
The property is part of The Ryde estate, a popular 1960s development - Credit: Archant
The popular 1960s development also features the renowned Grade II-listed Cockaigne houses.
This particular house was designed by Peter Dunham of the firm Dunham, Widdup and Harrison, who were appointed by the Hatfield Development Corporation to prepare the layout for the Ryde estate and design the second phase of houses on Pleasant Rise in 1963.
Original mid-century features have been preserved and sensitively modernised in areas, including low-level radiators, exposed brickwork and parquet flooring in the entrance hall and reception rooms.
Accommodation is arranged over two storeys and includes three bedrooms, a reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room/playroom, large family bathroom, washroom and extended garage.
The kitchen/breakfast room measures 16'9" x 11'6" - Credit: Archant
The house is close to the historic site of Hatfield House and residents of this area are entitled to apply for a pass that allows free access to Hatfield Park throughout the year.
The shops of Welwyn Garden City are a short drive away and both Old Hatfield and Hatfield town centre are within walking distance.
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Hatfield railway station can be reached on foot in approximately 10 minutes and trains run direct to London King’s Cross (approximately 19 minutes) and London Moorgate (30 minutes).
The kitchen/breakfast room overlooks the rear garden - Credit: Archant
PROPERTY FACTS
Pleasant Rise, Hatfield
£625,000
Parquet flooring features throughout the home - Credit: Archant
The Modern House, 020 3795 5920, www.themodernhouse.com
Original mid-century features have been preserved and sensitively modernised - Credit: Archant
The living room opens out onto the garden - Credit: Archant
