4 bed House - Detached for Sale

A rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique lifestyle oriented home, offering intrinsically versatile - and potentially multigenerational - accommodation, in an ideal location to enjoy a semi-rural way of life, yet within easy reach of connections for London, major road networks and a variety of superb schooling options. Dating originally to the late Victorian era and once home to the celebrated poet and playwright T S Eliot, this characterful property has been stylishly extended and renovated in full by the present owners to an exceptional level of specification with consummate flair and an impressive eye for detail at every turn. Enveloping the main house and annexe the superbly landscaped and gated plot offers far more than a family friendly level lawn and abundantly stocked beds and borders, encompassing a state-of-the-art swimming pool, gym/games room with sauna and a spectacular outdoor kitchen with accompanying dining area - complete with outdoor SONOS system - to while away warmer evenings in good company. Detached garaging currently comprising a home office and generous driveway parking for numerous vehicles, completes the profile of this fabulous proposition. AGENT'S NOTE: The picturesque Crowhurst fishing lake is but a couple of hundred yards' walk from the doorstep. This tranquil and verdant oasis with its circumnavigating path and surrounding woodland is perfect for both gentle strolls and summer picnics. A private members' fishing permit can be purchased for a modest sum per annum.

• PEACEFUL, SEMI-RURAL LOCATION
• VERSATILE, MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING
• LUXURY SPECIFICATION
• 'TURN-KEY' FINISH
• HOUSE, ANNEXE & GYM/GAMES ROOM
• SWIMMING POOL
• OUTDOOR KITCHEN & DINING TERRACE
• DETACHED GARAGE/HOME OFFICE
• PICTURESQUE NEARBY FISHING LAKE & PROTECTED COUNTRYSIDE
• EASY ACCESS TO CONNECTIONS TO LONDON & ROAD NETWORKS

POINTS OF NOTE:

- Underfloor heating (electric) throughout

- Spacious and welcoming entrance hall with limestone flooring, extending through to:

- Cloakroom with concealed cistern WC, wall hung vanity and heated towel rail and under heated limestone floor

- Well-equipped utility room providing space/plumbing for a washing machine and separate tumble dryer. Fitted wall and base cupboards in a white gloss finish with counters over and inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap

- Superbly appointed kitchen with striking vaulted ceiling, incorporating a comprehensive array of Shaker style cabinetry combined with Quartz counters and splashbacks, under-cupboard and plinth lighting and a generous central breakfasting island with inset AEG induction hob and rising AEG extractor. Pull-out larder, wine rack and double butler sink with Franke hot boiling tap. Integrated wine chiller, fridge/freezer, Miele dishwasher, electric multifunctional eye-level oven and accompanying combination microwave oven. Folding doors opening to a paved terrace onto the garden

- Conservatory dining room with oak flooring, oak windows and doors leading out to the garden. NB. Planning has been granted to replace the glass roof with a slate version should one wish

- Impressively proportioned dual aspect sitting room extending to over 24 feet with vaulted ceiling and focal fireplace incorporating a log burning stove, oak mantle and brick hearth. Panelling detail to dado height

- Principal bedroom suite with sliding doors to a deep, bespoke fitted walk-in wardrobe/dressing room. Door to a luxuriously appointed wet room

- Additional bedroom suite with similarly well-appointed shower room and walk-in wardrobe/dressing room, fitted with a combination of shelving and hanging

- Third double-sized bedroom with fitted corner wardrobes and stairs to an upper mezzanine level, utilised presently as a snug/den

- Indulgent family bathroom with a contemporary floor mounted, double-ended tub, shower enclosure, WC and vanity with drawer storage

- The present owners have created a charming 828 sq ft barn style annexe with independent access and striking exposed wall and ceiling timbers and under-heated black limestone floor. Internally the ground floor layout comprises a relaxed open-plan kitchen/dining/living space, whilst to the upper mezzanine floor is a spacious loft-style bedroom with shower room and built in storage

- Games barn/ gym of timber construction with retractable sun to the front and sauna, to include a shower room comprising a macerator WC, floor mounted vanity cabinet with basin and shower enclosure. Ceramic tiled floor and inset ceiling spots

- 10m x 5m swimming pool with electrically operated cover and Roman step entry. Adjacent solar shower

LOCATION:

The property is surrounded by protected countryside and is just a short walk from the attractive Crowhurst fishing lake. Oxted Town centre with its broad range of say-to-day amenities, shops and fast, frequent rail services to London Bridge and Victoria in just over half an hour, is approximately 6 miles distant. Lingfield with its renowned racecourse, is within a five minute drive. Access to the M25 is at Junction 6, approximately six miles away.

• The fully landscaped gardens and grounds are a stand-out feature of the property, wrapping seductively around and seamlessly linking the house,annexe, pool and gym/games barn. Incorporating numerous terraces to relax and soak up the sun, a level lawn, arbor with climbing plants and abundant pockets of mature planting, the plot also encompasses an impressive outdoor kitchen and dining area - guaranteed to make you the envy of your guests - with plenty of prep and serving space, drinks chiller, sink, Beefeater gas barbeque/range (by negotiation) and room for a pizza oven. Nestled under a vine clad oak pergola with festoon lighting and integrated outdoor SONOS system, the dining area with its bespoke oak table

SERVICES, OUTGOINGS & INFORMATION:

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage (modern system shared with neighbouring Eliot Place). Main house and annexe alarmed independently. Alarm system also to garage/office and gym/games barn
Council Tax Band: F
EPC: D