Property description
This charming, detached period cottage lies in an idyllic rural setting and offers flexible and comfortable family accommodation with 4 reception rooms and 3 bedrooms, many with lovely views. Lying at the end of a drive surrounded by open countryside, it originally was the coach house forming part of a late Victorian estate. The property has much character and period features now adapted to a delightful family home with exposed beams and oak latch doors. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall from which lead the principal reception rooms which include an extended dining room, a study and a sitting room with cast iron log burner and lovely south westerly aspect and views. Ideal for family meals is a south facing conservatory which overlooks the lawn and benefits from heat resistant glass and a ceiling fan. The adjacent kitchen is fitted with a range of painted wooden units topped by wooden worksurfaces and incorporating glazed display units and integrated oven and ceramic hob. Completing the ground floor is a WC and utility room with space for washing appliances. On the first floor are 3 good sized bedrooms, one of which maximises the views with a west facing balcony. One of the bedrooms is of a generous size and incorporates a study area and the third bedroom could be split to create a 4th bedroom as it retains a separate door from the landing. The bathroom has a separate shower cubicle and heated towel rail.
SituationEnjoying breath taking south-westerly views, the cottage is located amidst open countryside. It is approximately 2 miles from the picturesque village of Godstone with its Green and a selection of local shops, pubs and restaurants. Oxted, Caterham and Redhill town centres provide more comprehensive shopping. Junction 6 of the M25 provides quick access to the motorway network and Gatwick Airport. Local schools include a primary at Godstone, Caterham, Oxted and Woldingham. TRAIN SERVICES: Oxted (5 miles) and Redhill ( 7 miles ) mainline stations provide direct services to London Bridge and Victoria in 28-38 minutes. Godstone Station (1mile) has services to Redhill and Tonbridge and direct peak-time services to London Bridge.
OutsideProviding a high degree of privacy and seclusion with just one near neighbour, the property stands in grounds circa an acre. These include a south facing patio with lovely views, a level lawn and an area of woodland with a spring display of bluebells. Adding to the country charm is a wildlife pond with side deck and a well maintained, enclosed vegetable garden with green house and potting shed. There is also a double garage and a driveway providing ample parking.
Property Features :
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathroom
- 4 Reception Rooms
- Kitchen
- WC/Utility Room