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8 bedroom detached house for sale
Chiswell Green Lane, St. Albans, AL2
£3,750,000
Chiswell Green Lane, St. Albans, AL2
£3,750,000
Our Summary
- Dating from the 1800s, The Mansion House stands as a testament to Georgian grandeur, currently configured as offices for The Royal Entomological Society but presenting an extraordinary opportunity for restoration to its former glory as a family home
- The substantial property, accessed via a quiet lane and long gated driveway, offers just over 6,800 sq ft of accommodation, which could be converted into individual dwellings, subject to the usual building and planning permissions
- Currently arranged as office accommodation, the property offers exceptional scope for restoration, with numerous rooms of various shapes and sizes across the three floors
- Other rooms, currently serving as libraries or storage, have huge potential for use to suit individual requirements
- These properties offer excellent ongoing income potential or could serve as guest accommodation, staff quarters or for multigenerational living arrangements
- As well as the two rental cottages, there are three further outbuildings, suitable for various uses or conversion, subject to planning permission
- The grounds include an area of land currently rented at £7,200 per annum (with three months’ notice to terminate), providing additional income whilst offering scope for future development or simply to be enjoyed as extensive private gardens
Description
Dating from the 1800s, The Mansion House is a stunning Georgian property currently used as offices for The Royal Entomological Society, but offering a unique opportunity to restore it to its former glory as a family home. The property boasts over 6,800 square feet of accommodation, which could be converted into individual dwellings, subject to planning permission. The estate also includes two semi-detached cottages, generating a rental income of £27,600 per annum, and extensive grounds that combine privacy with income generation. The interior features original Georgian details, including coving, dado rails, and picture rails, and offers exceptional scope for restoration. The property is situated in a secluded position in the village of Chiswell Green, with easy access to St Albans and its excellent amenities, including schools, shops, and transport links to London.