5 bedroom detached house

Council tax band: G

This unique detached home of Dutch architecture with individual Spanish influences is set beyond large double gates providing the greatest of privacy and security. Upon entering through the gates the grandest of entrances will be found with a large gravel driveway, impeccably manicured lawn and flower bed borders, with large ornamental pond and central water feature. The arched front door being bespoke provides access to this fine and adaptable home which boasts vast accommodation of approx. 3,800' as well as additional outbuildings, suitable for flexible family living. Off the entrance hall, which enjoys a grand staircase to the first floor there is access to the majority of the ground floor rooms. The current layout provides a cosy but fantastically sized cinema room with opulent decor and window to front aspect with open plan layout to the rear reception, currently used as a playroom/games room. Separately to the ground floor is an additional reception room ideal as a home office. In addition is the most vast and fantastic kitchen/diner and everyday lounge making the ideal space for day to day family living but also a superb space for those who like to entertain. This room is double aspect with doors opening to the both the extremely private front and rear gardens. The vast vaulted ceiling is a particular feature of this magnificent room and includes a feature glass area to the floor showing the original indoor pool currently closed over. This however could be re-instated if wished and the kitchen re-located. This room provides various areas with the kitchen positioned to one end having independent breakfast bar with bespoke cabinetry below and additional coffee/entertainment bar. Separately is a huge walk in pantry ideal for the large family. The lounge area is vast and provides plenty of space for seating as well as separate space for a large dining area. For those who like to work out there is a large gym again with access direct to the garden. This area could be adapted to provide a large kitchen/diner or annexe arrangement if desired and the pool was to be re-instated. Finally to the ground floor is a great sized bedroom and en-suite bathroom proving a large area with walk in shower. To the first floor and off the spacious landing are the further 4 bedrooms. The master enjoys a further en-suite facility along with a dressing room. All bedrooms are double in size and to complete the internal of this super home is a large family bathroom. Externally the gardens extend to approx. 1/3 acre, are private and exudes the space for varying areas, being currently landscaped and set out with large seating area with pergola and access to a wonderful garden room, additional patio areas and ample space to extend further if desired.
The extremely private front gardens are again vast and provide private seating and patio areas, large ornamental pond and separate waterfall, manicured hedging and mature hedge and shrub borders. There is a detached garage as well as ample parking. Viewing of this one off home is highly recommended

Adding to the appeal of the home are the great amenities in the local and surrounding area including several mainline railway stations operating on separate lines, bus services including the frequent 403 service linking Croydon, Sanderstead and Warlingham, shopping facilities at Croydon, Purley and Sanderstead Village as well as excellent state and private schools for all ages including Atwood, Gresham, Royal Russell, Whitgift and Trinity. There is also the sought after Purley Downs Golf Club opposite. The M25/M23 junction 6 can be found at Godstone and provides access to Gatwick Airport, the south coast and Bluewater Shopping Centre.