The Ridge Caterham 4 bedroom Detached for sale CR3

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Property description

Set within delightful mature and mainly level grounds in a rural location atop the North Downs, this deceptively spacious 4 bedroom property of much character has extensive ground floor living space and benefits from a detached home office. Built as the stables and coach house to the neighbouring substantial property of South Hawke, the property has been much extended and improved. It provides flexible accommodation for a growing family with 4 reception rooms and features leaded light windows. There is an enclosed porch leading to the entrance hall which has a coat cupboard and WC. Of particular note is the elegant sitting room with a beamed Inglenook fireplace with log burner. There is also a spacious conservatory, a dining room and a family room/bar. The kitchen is fitted with a range of Shaker style units with space for appliances and a table for family meals. Beyond this is a utility room with good storage. With a galleried landing, the first floor accommodation comprises 4 good sized bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a modern family bathroom with curved shower screen. The master bedroom has a wall of wardrobes, lovely views and an ensuite with double power shower enclosure.

Situation
With an enviable location on the outskirts of the sought after village of Woldingham with a level plot and far reaching, seasonal southerly views. North Downs Golf Club and picturesque Marden Park Woods are within walking distance. Woldingham is 0.9 miles and has a shop/post office, church, primary school, village hall, tennis club and recreation ground and lies on top of the North Downs and is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Woldingham Station is 1.9 miles with direct services to Victoria (33 mins) and London Bridge (37 mins). The M25 (Jct 6) is 3.2 miles. Local schools include a village primary school, Hazelwood, Woldingham and Caterham schools.

Outside
Offering a high degree of privacy, the plot totals half an acre of mature and landscaped grounds. The house is approached by a gravel drive bordered by carriage lanterns which leads to a parking area with space for a number of cars. A particular feature is the pair of arched gates leading to a pretty cobblestone courtyard and converted stable which has a mower store below and on the first floor, is now an ideal home office or studio which is alarmed. To the southern side of the house is a patio ideal for summer entertaining which is bordered by a lawn and low hedge affording far reaching seasonal views to the south. To the side is a level lawn with evergreen hedgerow, a hidden compost area, a greenhouse and a double garage with side store, electric doors and internal access to the hallway.