5 bedroom semi-detached house

Listing agent: Melanie Attwater

New Hextalls East is a magnificent wing of a late Victorian country house of historic interest, set within landscaped grounds and woodland on the edge of the Surrey Hills. This charming period home, set over three floors, has a real sense of grandeur and country living. A lovingly refurbished home with numerous original features, in a tranquil retreat amongst woodland and close to the highly regarded Caterham School, on the borders of Caterham, Chaldon & Bletchingley.

Own the whole Country House as Hextalls West, the other wing, is also available with no onward chain. Contact agent for further details - listing is on ( ... ), etc.

New Hextalls East, a real "wow factor" home, is approached from a wonderful sweeping driveway and located in a semi-rural area on the edge of The North Downs, off a quiet private country road, set amongst private woodland. This unique and much-loved family home, arranged over three floors, is truly a rare find for its secluded location, substantial grounds, room proportions, original character and period features including high ceilings, fireplaces and coving.

Through the front door into a bright large hallway, with original wooden flooring and a downstairs cloakroom.

The hallway leads to a grand and elegant family lounge, dual aspect with beautiful windows looking onto the south-facing terrace at the rear and to the stunning grounds to the side. There is also a door to the terrace, providing easy access to the garden, as well as a large feature fireplace with an open fire.

Also off the hall, is a snug, with a fireplace and arched alcoves, as well as a small area currently used as an office and a large boot room.

Leading off the snug is a large, bright, dual-aspect family kitchen/dining area with views and access to the garden.

Off the hallway are stairs down to a spacious cellar with windows and a good head height, offering ample storage and access to the garden. One room is currently used as a gym.

Upstairs via an original solid wood staircase to the first floor. The landing has a window with views of the woodland.

The first floor has the primary suite mirroring the grand, bright lounge below, being dual aspect with large windows looking onto the woodland and grounds, as well as a large fireplace. Off the hallway opposite, is a shower room and storage. Bedroom two is a double with views of the gardens and bedroom three, is also a double with an adjoining bathroom. There is also a shower room, opposite master bedroom.

Up to the second floor for two further spacious double bedrooms with beautiful views, a delightful bathroom with roll top bath and period features. Ample storage is offered through linen cupboards and and additional large storage cupboard.

Set within extensive grounds, incorporating two distinct plots, there is potential for a swimming pool and tennis courts. Currently a mix of a formal lawned garden, perfect for entertaining, as is the south-facing terrace, and plenty of space for children to play and for parking, as well as private woodland.

Being on the doorstep of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you're surrounded by bridle paths, woodland walks, cycle paths and countryside activities such as Mercers Country Park.

This area of Bletchingley has its own resident's association and a real sense of community.

Caterham & Bletchingley is set in rolling Surrey countryside on the edge of the North Downs, surrounded by a fascinating history, beautiful woods, parkland, leafy village lanes and rural charm. The area offers an oasis of calm for couples and families in need of a country retreat, satisfying all the demands of family living. A simple, comfortable place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, offering a tranquil lifestyle with good schools, shops and essential services a few minutes away in Caterham Valley and Caterham-on-the-Hill. Reigate and Oxted are a short drive away, offering numerous dining choices for families.

London, Gatwick, Heathrow and the South Coast are all easily accessible via M25/M23 and there are good transport connections: Caterham Station (1.9 miles), Merstham Station (3 miles) and Upper Warlingham Station (5 miles) offer frequent services to London Victoria and London Bridge from 40 minutes and 46 minutes respectively.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band G
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