Comprehensively extended and refurbished to an impeccable standard by the current owners, Cherry Trees is secluded in a plot measuring approximately two thirds of an acre.

Herts Advertiser: The property is set in beautiful grounds.The property is set in beautiful grounds. (Image: Hamptons)

Approached through an electric gate via a long driveway, the property is set in beautifully landscaped and supremely private grounds.

Herts Advertiser: Mackerye End is one of Hertfordshire's most exclusive enclaves.Mackerye End is one of Hertfordshire's most exclusive enclaves. (Image: Hamptons)

Upon entry, the central hallway leads to three separate reception rooms, including an orangery, plus a downstairs cloakroom.

The orangery and dining area have attractive flagstone flooring as do the kitchen and utility room. The lounge and bathrooms boast stunning parquet flooring.

Herts Advertiser: One of the property's three reception rooms.One of the property's three reception rooms. (Image: Hamptons)

The property also features attractive farmhouse doors with Suffolk latches throughout, plus a luxury, hand built Shaker style fitted kitchen, which includes a Rangemaster cooker.

Herts Advertiser: The kitchen benefits from flagstone flooring.The kitchen benefits from flagstone flooring. (Image: Hamptons)

The first floor boasts four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The family bathroom has a classic white C.P. Hart suite plus an oversized step-in shower cubicle.

Externally, the gravel driveway has parking for several vehicles and there is also a solid oak double garage which has an inviting guest annexe at the rear.

Herts Advertiser: The kitchen/diner/family room is bright and airy.The kitchen/diner/family room is bright and airy. (Image: Hamptons)

If proof were needed of Mackerye End's exclusive status, the hamlet's Manor House was the most expensive home to sell in Hertfordshire during 2020, changing hands for £6.35m.

PROPERTY FACTS

Cherry Trees, Mackerye End, Harpenden

£2,250,000

Hamptons, 01582 839200, www.hamptons.co.uk