Ickleford is a large village (population 1,848 - 2001 Census) situated on the northern outskirts of Hitchin in North Hertfordshire. It lies on the west bank of the River Hiz to the east of the main A600 road, linking Hitchin to the southeast,with Bedford to the northwest. The village has its own primary school, a village store and a number of public houses. More extensive facilities are available at nearby Hitchin. The property is accessed from Bedford Road to Turnpike Lane where it can be found on the southern side, approximately 50m from the roundabout.