St. Francis Close | Exclusive Private Development, Buntingford £1,275,000

Step Inside

As you enter this modern family home, a spacious hallway with light herringbone-effect flooring leads you into bright and inviting living spaces. The lounge offers a feature gas fire, perfect for cosy evenings, while the study and cloakroom provide excellent versatility for home working and guests. The heart of the home is the beautifully reconfigured open-plan kitchen, dining and family area, designed with quartz worktops, double dishwashers, twin plate-warming drawers, built-in pantry cupboards, and a Quooker boiling/filtered/sparkling tap. Bifold and French doors open directly to the porcelain patio, ideal for entertaining. Off the dining area is a climate-controlled walk-in wine room, a true showpiece when hosting. The adjoining utility and boot room have been completely refitted with underfloor heating and bespoke storage, offering both practicality and style.

Step Inside Cont.

Upstairs, the principal suite enjoys bespoke wall panelling, a private dressing room and a luxury ensuite. Two further bedrooms and a modern family bathroom complete the first floor, while the top floor offers two further double bedrooms and a recently completed shower room. A Philips Hue lighting system is fitted to most rooms and external areas, with upgraded electrics, new flooring throughout, and a Fujitsu air-to-air heating and cooling system making the home as energy-efficient as it is comfortable.

Step Outside

The south-facing rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped with Italian porcelain patios and raised sleeper beds. The outdoor kitchen includes a bespoke Braai BBQ and aluminium gazebo with an openable roof and infrared heating, creating the perfect year-round entertaining area. To the side, an enclosed AstroTurf lawn with play area and bespoke wooden treehouse offers a safe and fun space for children. A single garage with new electric roller door, water softener, and EV charging point complete the outside space, along with driveway parking for four vehicles.

Specification

Fully redecorated (August 2025) with new carpets and LVT flooring (2023–2025) Fujitsu WiFi-enabled air-conditioning/heating system to all five bedrooms and lounge New kitchen (January 2025) with twin dishwashers, plate warmers, integrated bins, and pantry cupboard Utility/boot room with electric underfloor heating Electric underfloor heating in dining room Climate-controlled wine room with dedicated chiller unit New ensuite to second floor (August 2025); other bathrooms renewed within 5 years Philips Hue lighting to most rooms and all external lighting Electric car charger and double-stack consumer unit (new electrics) Outdoor Braai BBQ kitchen (2024) with aluminium gazebo and infrared heating New radiators, doors, and roller garage door Porcelain patios (2022), AstroTurf side garden and play area (2024) Ajax alarm system and garden lighting Water softener in garage

Planning Permission

Full planning permission (Ref: 3/24/1616/HH) was granted in October 2024 for a first-floor rear extension with Juliet balcony, additional rooflights, and re-modelled façade including a new front window and entrance screen. This consent provides an excellent opportunity to further enhance the home’s size and layout if desired. (East Herts District Council – decision notice available on request.)

Private Estate Management Contribution

The property forms part of an exclusive private development, with an annual estate management contribution of approximately £1,000 per annum. This covers the upkeep of the shared private driveway, landscaped communal areas, lighting, and general maintenance of the estate — ensuring the development remains beautifully presented and well-managed for residents year-round.

Location

Situated within a private, sought-after development built by Grange Homes in 1996, the property lies just inside the Buntingford boundary, offering excellent access to the A10, Cambridge and London. Ware, Royston, and Bishop’s Stortford train stations are all within easy reach, and the area offers excellent schooling, countryside walks, and a vibrant High Street with boutique shops and restaurants.