Property description
With a premier residential location within Dormans Park, this grand period wing forms the majority part of this substantial Victorian property with gardens of approximately three quarters of an acre, including an ancient woodland. The property has rooms of generous proportions and retains a wealth of character with original features of architectural interest. Many of these were the principal reception rooms from the original house including grand fireplaces, high ceilings and ornate cornicing. This ideal family house has 4 interconnecting living spaces which include a kitchen/diner ideal for family meals. This is fitted with a Raymond Daines bespoke kitchen with wooden units topped by granite work surfaces. There are extensive units arranged around a central island with useful wine storage and integrated appliances include a full height fridge, dishwasher and Falcon range cooker. Of particular note is the drawing room which features oak panelling, an impressive fireplace, 2 bay windows with seating which are all over looked by a stunning minstrels gallery. There is an elegant dining room with pretty fireplace which is very light having extensive windows with a favourable westerly aspect. Completing the ground floor is an extremely spacious utility room with original gun cupboard and a modern shower room with walk in glass shower screen. Reached by a wide and impressive oak staircase, there is a wide landing used as a library with particularly attractive period glass panels and access to the minstrels gallery. On the first floor are 4 double bedrooms and a bathroom with a free standing bath.
SituationStanding on a highly regarded road within the favoured residential area of Dormans Park with privately maintained roads in a semi-rural location. Lingfield Village and Dormansland are 1.7 miles and East Grinstead is 2 miles with more extensive shopping and supermarkets. Gatwick Airport is about 12 miles and there is easy access to the M25 at Godstone 9 miles to the north. Local schools include Notre Dame and a village primary school. TRAIN SERVICES: Dormans Station is 0.5 miles and has direct train services to London Bridge (53 mins) and London Victoria (54 mins).
OutsideThe house is approached by a gravel drive with ample parking leading to an entrance vestibule with tessellated tiling. To the side is an area of lawn with mature shrubs bordered by a yew hedge with arched access and steps to the lower area of the garden. The plot totals about 0.75 acres and contains mainly woodland with mature trees offering a green outlook over open countryside and is an exciting place for children to play.
Property Features :
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Reception Rooms
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Utility Room
- Bathroom