5 bedroom detached house for sale

THE PROPERTY Located within the prestigious Woodcote Park Estate, this imposing five-bedroom detached residence spans an impressive 5118sq.ft (with a potential total of 6133sq.ft once the loft is completed) and sits on a south backing plot just under a third of an acre. With the structural requirements already completed, this home offers a unique opportunity for a buyer to complete the project to their personal specifications and configuration.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into an impressive tiled reception hall, bathed in natural light from the large windows and striking atrium overhead. To the front, there is a spacious office and a downstairs bedroom with an en-suite shower room, perfect for guests or multigenerational living. Two reception rooms sit to the rear, one of which features bifold doors that open to the rear garden. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with oak cabinetry and complimenting granite work tops. Bifold doors at the rear, open into a stunning 'L' shaped conservatory which overlooks the garden. A Gym, fully equipped bathroom, and a separate cloakroom complete the ground floor. Planning permission also exists for a ground floor rear extension for which the steels are in situ, creating a magnificent open kitchen/dining family space.

Stairs with glass balustrades rise to the first floor with plenty of light, courtesy of a large picture window to the front. There are four generous bedroom suits of of which the principal features a sleek contemporary bathroom, substantial dressing room and bedroom with bifold doors overlooking the rear garden. Bedrooms two and three are further substantial bedrooms with large dressing rooms and smart en-suite bathrooms. The fourth bedroom is a generous double with walk-in wardrobe and smart en-suite shower room. The substantial second floor is currently a roof space but is ready to be completed to personal specification with the current planning consent allowing for a further two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

The level south backing garden is a true retreat, featuring a well-maintained lawn bordered by hedges and mature trees for privacy. At the rear, a hardstanding area includes a covered outdoor kitchen, a seating area with a pergola, and a jacuzzi - the perfect space for alfresco dining and entertaining. To the front is large carriage driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles and an integral garage. 

THE LOCATION Education
Purley and the surrounding areas are well known for their very good choice of reputable schools including Margaret Roper Catholic, St. Nicholas, Christ Church and Beaumont at primary level and preparatory schools to include Cumnor House, St. David's and Laleham Lea. At senior level there is John Fisher, Riddlesdown Collegiate and Woodcote and private sector senior schools in the area include Whitgift, Trinity, Old Palace and Croydon High. Local Grammar schools include Wallington County, Wallington Girls and Wilsons Boys.

Sports & Leisure
There are numerous facilities in the area including Purley Sports Club with its squash, cricket and tennis courts and there are two golf courses in Purley as well as a number of individual tennis and bowls clubs. There are also plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise in the many local restaurants and cafes.

Transport
Purley station provides rail services to London Bridge (from 25 minutes), London Victoria (from 24 minutes) and Gatwick (from 26 minutes) whilst Riddlesdown and Reedham will get you to London Bridge from 23 & 32 minutes and Victoria from 26 & 37 minutes respectively. Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding and the M25/M23 intersection at Hooley is approximately 4-5 miles away. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are within about 30 and 60 minutes drive respectively.