I do not know much about the town of Hertford, in Hertfordshire. I have lived in the UK a long time, and seen much of it, but despite being a small place it is also a big place, and there are bits that I have missed. Hertford is one of those bits. I do not know what goes on there.
Despite this, I am now tempted to move there, because of a house that I have seen for sale with Hamptons. It is called One Port Hill and it looks like it belongs on a nice street in Hampstead. But it is in Hertford. It has interiors that you could describe with many words, but I will use ‘exciting’. It is for sale with Hamptons (as mentioned) for £1.5 million.
The grand houses of Port Hill Terrace were created in the 19th century, and One Port Hill, which is the one that is for sale, is listed Grade II. It has had a variety of notable residents in its past, including Eadred Lutyens (nephew of Sir Edwin) and Nugent Cachemaille-Day, who created some of the most astounding modern churches in the country. It is only fair that One Port Hill carries on the bold architectural choices of its previous owners.
From the outside, the property is a somewhat unassuming four-bedroom Victorian townhouse. However, it is on the inside that the excitement begins. Behold these interiors. Dark blues, purples, and greys, contrasting with white Classical details to create bold statements throughout. You never know what is going on behind a front door, and I must say I was not expecting this.
But it works! The interiors are exciting yet welcoming. The first-floor drawing room, with its blue and white details, antique furniture, looks a fine space to hold a drinks party or just enjoy an afternoon. The purple dining room looks the perfect spot to hold a suitably ridiculous dinner. Classical and period details are always welcome, but they can be oppressively formal on occasion. Here, everything is preserved, but you can also tell that whoever lives here is fun.
The garden is a private walled one, and is situated to the rear of the property. In it, you will find further evidence of great taste, with a variety of colourful shrubs and clever planting, creating a small oasis in this market town.
-
If heaven is on earth, it might be in this home with a converted chapel that is now a swimming pool5 Wood Barton Town House is part of an exclusive 80-acre development in Devon that also comes with fishing rights on the River Avon and four bedrooms.
-
An Italian-inspired recipe for lemon-butter pasta shells with spring greens, ricotta and pangrattatoSpring greens are just about to come into their own, so our Kitchen Garden columnist reveals exactly what to do with them.
-
If heaven is on earth, it might be in this home with a converted chapel that is now a swimming pool5 Wood Barton Town House is part of an exclusive 80-acre development in Devon that also comes with fishing rights on the River Avon and four bedrooms.
-
The sounds of spring and stained glass in an Arts-and-Crafts masterpiece in DorsetWith 35 acres, more than 10 bedrooms, a swimming pool and tennis court, Winterfield has it all.
-
An eight-bedroom wonder in East Sussex where the outdoors are an adventureThe interiors of Old Middleton are pretty good too.
-
A lakeside farmhouse on the market in the beautiful heart of PembrokeshireA lake, streams, 15 acres and five bedrooms. Rogershook might have it all.
-
An idyllic countryside home that's light, spacious and comes with a Grade II-listed follyHagg House is a gorgeous family home that just happens to have a miniature castle in the gardens. Annabel Dixon explains more.
-
A historic villa for sale on the Via Nomentana worthy of Rome's rich historyThree floors, lots of balconies, and a private garden in one of Rome's loveliest neighbourhoods.
-
Eight bedrooms of unlisted Edwardian elegance with sweeping views of SomersetAshton House sits near the market town of Chard and comes with a wealth of amenities both inside and out.
-
A waterside cottage in Devon with a private quay, idyllic views and the prettiest summerhouse we've seen in yearsRight beside the picturesque Yealm Estuary, No 1 Noss Mayo is an idyllic home that feels like an escape from the world. Annabel Dixon takes a look.
