The former home of renowned Letchworth architect Robert Bennett is on the market for close to £3 million.
Bennett was assistant to Arts and Crafts architects Raymond Unwin and Barry Parker, who designed Letchworth Garden City.
The double aspect kitchen/breakfast room blends modern convenience with the property's heritage. (Image: Rightmove / Hamptons)
Bennett's former home in The Glade is currently on the market for £2,995,000.
The Grade II-listed detached family home sits in a 2.37-acre plot and has seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and four reception rooms.
The principal reception rooms offer views over the gardens. (Image: Rightmove / Hamptons)
Built in 1923, the mansion is described by Historic England as displaying "undiluted Arts and Crafts values".
The double aspect dining room has a cosy feel. (Image: Rightmove / Hamptons)
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The principal bedroom comprises a stunning vaulted ceiling and bay window. (Image: Rightmove / Hamptons)
Hamptons estate agents in Harpenden said: "This impressive property offers spacious, well-planned accommodation, flooding the house with natural light, and with all principle rooms enjoying views over the expansive gardens."
The bathroom boasts a freestanding bath. (Image: Rightmove / Hamptons)
Gardens extend to all sides of the house and include an orchard and real grass lawn tennis court.
The gardens were inspired by Gertrude Jekyll - one of Britain's most important horticulturists and garden designers of the Arts and Crafts period.
Interested? Call Hamptons estate agents in Harpenden on 01582 377 929.
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