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In a slightly elevated position, a fine detached Victorian villa, set in a convenient position within walking distance of local amenities including Kenley Station (0.2 miles). Originally built in 1863 and displaying many period architectural features, the property has undergone a programme of renovation and enhancement by the present owners thereby creating a magnificent family home which combines character with modern day technologies. Nineteenth century ornate coving, marble fire surrounds, deep skirting boards, picture rails and panelled internal doors have been complemented by replacement heritage double glazed windows, Cat 6 wiring, some air conditioning, light oak floors to the ground floor and a built in sound system. The sophisticatedly styled accommodation is laid out over four floors to provide gracious reception rooms, generous bedroom sizes, contemporary bath/shower rooms and open plan family/entertaining areas. Reception rooms are arranged around the Reception Hall, which has stairs to the upper and lower levels. The Drawing Room is a double reception room with two fireplaces and a Sitting room at one end. Both this and the adjoining Dining Room have large bays windows to the rear which not only provide a very pleasant outlook over the gardens but also allow for a large amount of natural light to flood through. The Kitchen/Breakfast Room with its vaulted ceiling and light well, is open plan to the Family Room and Conservatory and has been comprehensively fitted with a range of hand painted, bespoke design cabinetry, granite work surfaces and integrated appliances by Mark Wilkinson., creating a marvellous family area. Elsewhere there are domestic offices for laundry and storage, a Shower Room and pedestrian access to the Garage.
The Garden Level is arranged for entertaining but could also easily provide annex accommodation if so desired. There is a fully equipped Kitchen and a Shower Room plus a large double reception room with two bay windows and French Doors out to the gardens.
From the Galleried Landing on the first floor, rooms have been combined to create a Master Suite with a large double bedroom and bay window, Dressing Room/Bedroom 6 and an En Suite Shower Room. The Guest bedroom also takes advantage of a large bay window to the rear. The main staircase continues up to the second floor where there are three further double bedrooms and a Shower Room.
Situation
Hayes Lane is a popular residential road in a convenient location with a pleasant walk to Kenley which has local shops and a station. There are local schools including Hayes Primary, Caterham and Woldingham School for Girls. Purley is 1.5 miles with a good range of shops including a supermarket, library, restaurants and access to superstore shopping on the Purley Way. The M25 is easily accessible via the nearby A22 and junction 6 at Godstone. TRAIN SERVICES: Kenley Station is 0.2 miles with direct rail services to London Victoria (37 mins) and London Bridge (35 mins). Purley Station is 1.2 miles with fast services to London Bridge (22 mins), Victoria (28 mins) and Gatwick Airport (27 mins).
Outside
Approached via a pair of wrought iron, electronically operated gates with video entry, on to a brick paviour parking and turning area leading to the double Garage and Office. The gardens are a feature of the property being landscaped to provide year round interest and colour with the clever use of attractive stone retaining walls. There are various terraces from which to capture the sun including an outside dining terrace with barbeque area and a Summer House with power and light connected which is at present used as a Gym. A wide level lawn is bordered by mature hedging, herbaceous borders and shrubberies. There is an outdoor lighting scheme and a rain water harvesting tank for irrigation.
The Garden Level is arranged for entertaining but could also easily provide annex accommodation if so desired. There is a fully equipped Kitchen and a Shower Room plus a large double reception room with two bay windows and French Doors out to the gardens.
From the Galleried Landing on the first floor, rooms have been combined to create a Master Suite with a large double bedroom and bay window, Dressing Room/Bedroom 6 and an En Suite Shower Room. The Guest bedroom also takes advantage of a large bay window to the rear. The main staircase continues up to the second floor where there are three further double bedrooms and a Shower Room.
Situation
Hayes Lane is a popular residential road in a convenient location with a pleasant walk to Kenley which has local shops and a station. There are local schools including Hayes Primary, Caterham and Woldingham School for Girls. Purley is 1.5 miles with a good range of shops including a supermarket, library, restaurants and access to superstore shopping on the Purley Way. The M25 is easily accessible via the nearby A22 and junction 6 at Godstone. TRAIN SERVICES: Kenley Station is 0.2 miles with direct rail services to London Victoria (37 mins) and London Bridge (35 mins). Purley Station is 1.2 miles with fast services to London Bridge (22 mins), Victoria (28 mins) and Gatwick Airport (27 mins).
Outside
Approached via a pair of wrought iron, electronically operated gates with video entry, on to a brick paviour parking and turning area leading to the double Garage and Office. The gardens are a feature of the property being landscaped to provide year round interest and colour with the clever use of attractive stone retaining walls. There are various terraces from which to capture the sun including an outside dining terrace with barbeque area and a Summer House with power and light connected which is at present used as a Gym. A wide level lawn is bordered by mature hedging, herbaceous borders and shrubberies. There is an outdoor lighting scheme and a rain water harvesting tank for irrigation.