The Hen House, a beautiful green oak country barn

Our exquisite green oak framed barn is accessed via a private farm track and sits amid open farmland and woodland, right on the Hertfordshire Way. Set behind electric gates, within the grounds of our home. The barn is oak throughout and feels like a Swiss ski lodge in the countryside giving a dream holiday feel. The open-plan layout seamlessly connects the living, dining, kitchen and terrace, creating a spacious and versatile living experience. Natural light floods through the windows. The space The beautiful barn has views across the countryside but is only five minutes from town. You will have a gravelled parking area to the front of the barn for two cars and the secluded hedged garden to the rear is a private sun trap with a dining table, covered oak prep area with quartz worktops and a small BBQ. You will enjoy a comfortable stay in our lovely oak barn. It has everything you need to have a great stay. Large living room with two incredibly comfy sofas and large pine desk as a work area. Record player with plenty of vinyl Tiled floor with undergloor heating Open plan kitchen and dining area Two relaxing bedrooms and plush ensuite bathrooms One further double sofa bed in the upstairs hall area, with a beautiful countryside view, set between the two bedrooms Bedrooms You will have a peaceful night's sleep on our luxurious beds with high quality linen and towels. - Bedroom 1: Double bed - Bedroom 2: Double bed - Bed 3: Double sofa bed Immaculate fresh bathrooms - En suite 1 with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, toilet and large vanity area - En suite 2 with large walk-in shower, toilet and large vanity area Fully equipped kitchen with large quartz island Fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, oven, hob, toaster, utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses Oak dining table with 6 chairs Utility room with washing machine, storage and loo. Large gravelled south facing private hedged garden - Covered outdoor kitchen prep area with quartz worktops - Teak table with chairs for 6 guests - Small BBQ and utensils provided Offering great walks and cycle rides from your front door you will be within three miles of Ware Town, a picturesque small town situated along the banks of the River Lea. The River Lea canal path to Hertford or into London is a joy to ride or walk, look out for well-preserved Victorian Gazebos. The Lea Valley offers nature trails, bird watching and picnic areas, you will also pass many barges of all shapes and sizes with their colourful inhabitants. The village of Wareside is a five minute walk, with two pubs The Chequers and The White Horse both serving traditional pub food and the Holy Trinity Church. Thundridge is a beautiful countryside walk, or cycle. with Ermines offering coffee and cake and The Feathers Inn great food and beer. Maltons is a great gastro pub too. Ware is 2.5 miles, a 5 minute drive away, offering a great selection of Cafes, Restaurants, Pubs, Bars and boutique shops along with supermarkets. There are great restaurants in Ware including Proto (incredible sourdough) The Hop Box, Neelakash, Sala Thai, Casa Lua, Zeros, Fuoco, The Mexican, Turkish and Coffee Lab amongst others, every cuisine is covered. Pearces Farmshop stocking local produce is 15 minutes from the barn. We are really well placed for travel connections. Ware Trainline station takes approximately 40 minutes into London Liverpool Street. Cambridge is approx 45 minutes by car through beautiful villages. Stansted Airport is 40 mins by car, the M25 junction 25 is ten miles away. Harlow and Hertford both fifteen minutes by car. Guest access As you enter through the electric gates, the barn is located on the left. On the right is the owner's residence. You will find two spaces to park your cars in front of the barn. You will have access to the entire green oak framed barn as well as the tranquil private hedger garden located at the rear of the property. Other things to note Please note that due to the peaceful location we do not allow parties of any kind. The barn is situated privately within the extended grounds of our home, so we may be available should you need us.