5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Furze Lane, Purley CR8
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Semi-detached house
5 beds
2 baths
2,109 sq ft / 196 sq m
EPC rating: D
Key information
Features and description
- Characterful Semi Detached Home
- Accommodation Over Three Floors
- Potential To Extend (STPP)
- Two Impressive Reception Rooms
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room & Utility
- Five Generous Sized Bedrooms
- Principal Bedroom with Ensuite and Dressing Area
- Secluded plot of 0.33 acres
- Detached Double Garage
- Driveway Parking
THE PROPERTY Offered to the market for the first time in 37 years, this characterful Tudor-style semi-detached residence offers potential for further extension STPP and is sat on a third of an acre plot, nestled within the exclusive confines of the esteemed Webb Estate.
Upon entering, you are greeted by the warmth of parquet flooring that flows through the hallway. Double doors invite you into the expansive living room, where an impressive wood-burning fireplace becomes the focal point. The room boasts high ceilings adorned with cornicing, enhancing the grandeur. Timber French windows lead out to the rear patio, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living. At the front of the property, a cosy lounge awaits, featuring a charming bay window and a gas fireplace, perfect for intimate gatherings. The breakfast room effortlessly connects to the fitted kitchen, which includes a side utility and storage room for added convenience. Completing the ground floor is an understairs cloakroom with W/C and basin. Ascending to the first floor, you will find four well-appointed bedrooms. The principal bedroom features an ensuite shower room, a dressing area alongside further fitted storage, and the remaining bedrooms are served by a spacious family bathroom. The second floor houses a fantastic versatile double bedroom, currently utilized as an office, offering flexibility to suit your needs.
Outside, the rear patio steps up to a lush sloping lawn, further leading to a wooded area perfect for wildlife and exploring. The south facing garden is surrounded by mature trees and shrubbery, offering a fantastic degree of privacy. The property offers a detached double garage with an electric door and a storeroom above providing potential to convert into a home office or gym. There is a good sized driveway leading up to the garage, ensuring convenience for multiple vehicles.
THE LOCATION The Webb Estate was conceived and constructed by William Webb who acquired the land in 1888. When Croydon Municipal Tramways reached Purley in 1901, the Estate was finally within commuting distance of London, bringing his vision a 'garden suburb for city men' one step closer. The Estate is now a designated conservation area and has maintained its tranquillity and character for over a century.
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 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). Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding areas 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.
MATERIAL INFORMATION MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part B
PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Brick and render with a clay tiled roof
MAINS ELECTRICITY: Yes - Scottish Power
MAINS GAS: Yes - Scottish Power
MAINS WATER: Yes - SES
MAINS DRAINS & SEWERAGE: Yes - Thames Water
HEATING FUEL: Gas
HEATING TYPE: Wet radiator system
AIR CONDITIONING: No
PARKING: Private driveway, garage and on street
EV CHARGING:
BROADBAND: Fibre - Vodafone
MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part C
RESTRICTIONS/RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS: Conservation area
RIGHTS & EASEMENTS: No
FLOOD RISK: Very low
DETAILS OF PLANNING PERMISSIONS: N/A
DETAILS OF BUILDING REGULATIONS: N/A
BUILDING SAFETY: N/A
ACCESSABILITY/ADAPTIONS: N/A
COALFIELD/MINING AREA: No
DETAILS OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IN THE AREA: N/A
Upon entering, you are greeted by the warmth of parquet flooring that flows through the hallway. Double doors invite you into the expansive living room, where an impressive wood-burning fireplace becomes the focal point. The room boasts high ceilings adorned with cornicing, enhancing the grandeur. Timber French windows lead out to the rear patio, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living. At the front of the property, a cosy lounge awaits, featuring a charming bay window and a gas fireplace, perfect for intimate gatherings. The breakfast room effortlessly connects to the fitted kitchen, which includes a side utility and storage room for added convenience. Completing the ground floor is an understairs cloakroom with W/C and basin. Ascending to the first floor, you will find four well-appointed bedrooms. The principal bedroom features an ensuite shower room, a dressing area alongside further fitted storage, and the remaining bedrooms are served by a spacious family bathroom. The second floor houses a fantastic versatile double bedroom, currently utilized as an office, offering flexibility to suit your needs.
Outside, the rear patio steps up to a lush sloping lawn, further leading to a wooded area perfect for wildlife and exploring. The south facing garden is surrounded by mature trees and shrubbery, offering a fantastic degree of privacy. The property offers a detached double garage with an electric door and a storeroom above providing potential to convert into a home office or gym. There is a good sized driveway leading up to the garage, ensuring convenience for multiple vehicles.
THE LOCATION The Webb Estate was conceived and constructed by William Webb who acquired the land in 1888. When Croydon Municipal Tramways reached Purley in 1901, the Estate was finally within commuting distance of London, bringing his vision a 'garden suburb for city men' one step closer. The Estate is now a designated conservation area and has maintained its tranquillity and character for over a century.
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 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). Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding areas 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.
MATERIAL INFORMATION MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part B
PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Brick and render with a clay tiled roof
MAINS ELECTRICITY: Yes - Scottish Power
MAINS GAS: Yes - Scottish Power
MAINS WATER: Yes - SES
MAINS DRAINS & SEWERAGE: Yes - Thames Water
HEATING FUEL: Gas
HEATING TYPE: Wet radiator system
AIR CONDITIONING: No
PARKING: Private driveway, garage and on street
EV CHARGING:
BROADBAND: Fibre - Vodafone
MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part C
RESTRICTIONS/RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS: Conservation area
RIGHTS & EASEMENTS: No
FLOOD RISK: Very low
DETAILS OF PLANNING PERMISSIONS: N/A
DETAILS OF BUILDING REGULATIONS: N/A
BUILDING SAFETY: N/A
ACCESSABILITY/ADAPTIONS: N/A
COALFIELD/MINING AREA: No
DETAILS OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IN THE AREA: N/A
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