This 5-bedroom detached property is situated on a 0.4-acre plot in the picturesque village of Ardeley, Hertfordshire. The home offers a perfect blend of rural charm and modern living, with flexible accommodation across mostly ground-floor living. The property features a striking split-level rear extension, stunning views of the gardens, and a large kitchen/breakfast room. The layout includes five well-proportioned bedrooms, two bath/shower rooms, a drawing room, dining room, sitting room, and a large kitchen/breakfast room. The property also boasts a sweeping driveway, outbuildings, and further potential to extend, subject to planning permission. The expansive gardens are perfect for outdoor living, and a newly built art studio adds an inspiring space to the lifestyle on offer. In addition, the property includes separate paddocks of approximately 11.9 acres, offering an idyllic setting for equestrian use or other rural pursuits. With direct fibre broadband and a rare combination of space, character, and convenience, this home is a true rural retreat.