6 Bedroom Property For Sale

Property description

A substantial six bedroom, two bath/shower room, four/five reception room, detached period family residence of great quality and charm, offering huge potential to both update and extend further (stpp), built in 1928 by Mr C. Lambros, who was apparently a slate quarry owner, hence the slate roof, slate paved rear terrace and wood block floors to the ground floor which are laid on a slate base. The house was bought by the current owners' Father in 1955 and is offered to the market for the first time in 59 years. This delightful property boasts high ceilings, quarry tiled grand reception hall and wood block flooring to all reception rooms, some having the original fireplaces, original bell call system, original sash feature windows, shallow tread, wide sweeping staircase to large first floor landing, 80' wide plot with double detached garage block and level rear garden which was originally a tennis lawn. EPC 33 - 77

AMENITIES

The property is situated in a highly sought after premier location, being within minutes walking distance of Lloyd Park Tram stop, serving East Croydon Railway station with connections to London Bridge, Victoria and Clapham Junction within 13/16/7 minutes. Recreational facilities include Lloyd Park, Croham Hurst Woods and Croham Hurst Golf Club as well as various shops, restaurants, pubs and wine bars in South Croydon. The area is well served with many excellent schools to include The Limes, Whitgift, Old Palace, Trinity, Coloma, Croydon High and Royal Russell to name but a few. The M23/M25 are within a 25 minute drive, serving Gatwick Airport and Brighton.

OUTSIDE

The garden to the rear is approached via the reception hall, drawing room and dining room, slate raised rear terrace with brick boundary wall and central steps down to further slate paved patio area with rockery bed, feature garden pond running the width of the garden, extensive level lawn (formerly a grass tennis court), bordered by mature trees and shrubs, compost area, arbour area. Side courtyard with double doors to the rear of the double garage to wash down area, outside gardeners loo and door to boiler room. Gate to front garden. To the front, boundary hedging and fencing, driveway leading to detached double garage, ample off street parking for several cars, mature trees and shrubs, level lawn area, gated access to rear garden. Covered storm porch leading to original front door.

EPC RATING

33 - 77

In the early post-war period this was the home of the Stiby family, owners of the Croydon Advertiser, later bought by the current owners in 1955, the property is offered for sale for the first time in 59 years. Standing within mature grounds on a West facing plot, in Croham Hurst's premier road, this charming family home offers a true country house feel.

For clarification purposes, we wish to inform prospective purchasers that these details have been prepared as a general guide only. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and generally to maximum dimensions and should not be relied upon for carpets or furnishings. Whilst every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the floor plan contained herein, measurements of doors, windows and room sizes are approximate and no responsibility is taken for any error, omission or mis-statement. This plan is for illustration purposes only and should only be used as such.

Property Features :

• 6 DOUBLE BEDROOMS
• 2 BATH/SHOWER ROOMS
• 4 RECEPTION ROOMS
• DOUBLE GARAGE
• WIDE WEST FACING PLOT