This attractive 1930s detached family house is situated in one of Harpenden’s most desirable locations, on the edge of The Avenues.

Herts Advertiser: The property has a large south-facing rear garden. Picture: SavillsThe property has a large south-facing rear garden. Picture: Savills (Image: Archant)

Ideally placed for both the high street and railway station, Townsend Lane is a pretty tree-lined road with an eclectic assortment of house styles.

This four bed, four reception room property has not been been on the open market for over 40 years and has great potential to enlarge, modernise or redevelop subject to the usual planning permissions.

Available for sale chain-free, the property offers a fabulous mature private southerly facing rear garden as well as an outdoor swimming pool.

There will be an open house event at the property on December 15, with viewings by appointment only.

Herts Advertiser: The outdoor pool is a stand out feature. Picture: SavillsThe outdoor pool is a stand out feature. Picture: Savills (Image: Archant)

PROPERTY FACTS

Townsend Lane, Harpenden

Herts Advertiser: One of the property's four reception rooms. Picture: SavillsOne of the property's four reception rooms. Picture: Savills (Image: Archant)

Guide price £1.7 million

Savills, 01582 465000, www.savills.co.uk

Herts Advertiser: The kitchen/breakfast room overlooks the rear garden. Picture: SavillsThe kitchen/breakfast room overlooks the rear garden. Picture: Savills (Image: Archant)