5 bedroom detached house for sale

Set in a peaceful semi-rural location, this family home effortlessly combines timeless character with modern comforts. Thought to have been built in the 1930s, the property has a rich history and is believed to have originally been constructed as a holiday home for a Londoner, drawn to the area's lush, green surroundings. This stunning home has been extended in recent years to feature an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining, and family space, offering a sleek, modern feel while preserving the charm and character of the original house. The front door is accessed through the dual-aspect sunroom, which features quarry tiles and views over the front gardens. The entrance hall sets the tone for the original house, with its feature fireplace, decorative timber beams, staircase to the first floor, storage cupboard, picture rails, and twin windows overlooking the rear. An inner hallway leads to a downstairs W.C. and a boot room. The double-aspect family room, with its beamed ceiling, enjoys a pleasant outlook over the front gardens and leads to a useful ground-floor bedroom with an ensuite shower room. The sitting room exudes character, featuring a beamed ceiling, a striking fireplace, picture rails, and a display alcove.
The heart of the home is the stunning open-plan kitchen, breakfast, and living area, set within a breath-taking triple-aspect vaulted room. Skylights flood the space with natural light, creating an incredibly bright and airy atmosphere. The stunning white gloss kitchen is beautifully complemented by black marble countertops and a striking red splashback. It’s fitted with a range of Lamona appliances, including a double oven, dishwasher, and halogen hob with extractor, along with space for an American-style fridge/freezer. There is ample storage, including a practical pull-out larder. The large central island with seating, combined with a breakfast area that accommodates a table and chairs, creates the perfect space for family meals. The living area takes full advantage of the lovely view over the garden, featuring double-opening doors that lead onto a balcony. Adjacent to the kitchen is a utility room with additional storage, space and plumbing for a washing machine, and a door to the front. Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms and a study. The principal bedroom suite features an ensuite shower room with a pedestal wash hand basin, low-level W.C., and bidet. The family bathroom is equipped with a shower cubicle, low-level W.C., bidet, wash hand basin, and a bath.

Outside: The property is set back from the road and there is a good-sized driveway, providing parking for four vehicles. The double garage ( 20’4 x 17’9) has an electric up and over door, power, light with loft access to second floor. The front garden is laid to lawn, featuring flower borders and enclosed by mature hedgerows that create a high degree of privacy. The rear garden is divided into several distinct areas of interest. Adjacent to the house, there is a terraced area sheltered by a mature willow tree. A gate opens onto a large lawn area, also enclosed by hedgerows and mature trees. At the rear, there is a bonfire area, and outhouses with power are available, ideal for conversion, subject to the usual consents. In all the plot extends to about 0.52 acres (0.21 Ha)

Location: Caterham is set in rolling Surrey countryside on the edge of the North Downs, surrounded by a fascinating history, beautiful woods, parkland, leafy village lanes and rural charm. The area offers an oasis of calm for couples and families in need of a country retreat, satisfying all the demands of family living. A simple, comfortable place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the City, offering a tranquil lifestyle with schools, shops and essential services a few minutes away in Caterham and Caterham-on-the-Hill. London, Gatwick, Heathrow and the South Coast are all easily accessible by good transport connections; Caterham Station (1.9 mile) and Merstham (3.1 miles) offer frequent services into London Victoria and London Bridge from 45 minutes and 27 minutes respectively.

Services: All mains services connected

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Tandridge District Council. Tax Band G