Land for sale, 195 m²
Sauncey Wood, AL5, Harpenden
1.120.772 €
Listed Oct 3, 2026
About this listing
An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a parcel of land in the highly sought-after area of Sauncey Wood, Harpenden, benefiting from planning permission for a striking contemporary self-build residence. Designed by Feneley Studio, the contemporary home responds sensitively to its woodland setting. Set within a natural clearing and positioned to work with the site's topography, the low-profile design minimises visual impact, retains mature trees and established landscaping, and delivers a high-quality architectural solution appropriate to its Green Belt location. The scheme combines exemplary design with strong environmental credentials, incorporating green roofs, energy-efficient construction and carefully considered landscaping to create a sustainable home of enduring architectural quality. Application Number: 5/2025/1314 Planning permission was granted in December 2024 for the demolition of the existing buildings and the erection of a self-build dwelling with associated access. A subsequent variation, approved in December 2025, increased the ground and first floor accommodation to create a spacious five-bedroom family home extending to approximately 252sqm GEA. Footprint 180m2 Ground Floor GEA 180m2 First Floor GEA 72m2 Total 252m2 Full details of the approved plans, accommodation schedule, tenure, pricing, and supporting documentation are available on request within the data room. The site occupies an attractive position within Sauncey Wood, Harpenden, offering a peaceful semi-rural setting whilst being just a short drive from Harpenden town centre. Harpenden provides an excellent range of shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and leisure facilities, together with highly regarded state and independent schools that continue to drive strong demand for quality housing in the area. The site is well connected, with Harpenden railway station offering frequent Thameslink services to London St Pancras in approximately 25–30 minutes. The M1 (Junction 9), M25 and London Luton Airport are all within easy reach, providing excellent road and air connections. Combining a desirable location with outstanding amenities and excellent transport links, the site presents an attractive development opportunity in one of Hertfordshire's most sought-after residential areas.
Plot Area195 m²
Price per m²5.748 €/m²
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Estimated monthly payment
5.550 €/mo
Down payment10 % · 112.077 €
112.077 €1.008.695 € loan
Term
Total repayable1.664.866 €
Interest rate4.40 %
Representative estimate · Landomo is not a mortgage broker. · Rates updated April 2026