3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A three bedroom wing of a former manor house with south facing gardens of about one third of an acre.

Description

Dating originally from about 1870 the property forms a large wing of this charming building. The property retains some of the original character features whilst also offering updated modern fittings and finishes. The result is a comfortable blend of the two which combine to create a delightful and practical family home.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors to provide approximately 2,002 sq ft of living space. The front of the property is approached along a sweeping south facing garden and driveway.

Features of the accommodation include the impressive main reception room with wonderful high ceiling, feature fireplace and southerly aspect bay window. The kitchen/breakfast room is a good size with modern units, worktops and a range of integrated appliances and has room for a small table. There is also a separate dining room and a guest cloakroom on this level. On the first floor the main bedroom has a modern en suite shower room and there are two further bedrooms and a large modern family bathroom.

The overall gardens measure about one third of an acre and face south. In addition to the sweeping driveway there is a detached double garage. The large garden is a significant feature of the property with large lawns and mature tree and hedge screening.

Location

This home occupies a private position off the Street in the popular village of Betchworth. Betchworth is a typical English country village with its ancient church, two pubs, village school and shop/post office.

For a more comprehensive range of shopping facilities the thriving market town centres of Dorking and Reigate are only three miles away respectively. Each offer a good selection of mainstream and individual shops, cafes and restaurants including the likes of Oliver Bonas, Wagamama, Bills, Gail’s, Marks & Spencer and Waitrose to name but a few.

The property is half a mile from Betchworth station with regular services to Dorking, Reigate, Redhill and beyond. Dorking mainline station offers regular train services to London Victoria and London Waterloo while Redhill station provides services to London Bridge and Victoria. For the international traveller Gatwick is nine miles to the south.

The surrounding area is particularly well served with state and independent schools for all ages. These include St. Mary’s Prep School, Micklefield, Reigate Secondary School, The Ashcombe School, The Royal Alexandra & Albert School, Dunnottar, Reigate Grammar and Reigate College.

Recreational opportunities in the area include golf at a number of local clubs including Gatton Manor, Dorking and Betchworth Park. There are Rugby clubs at both Dorking and Reigate and exceptional access to superb walking, cycling and hacking across the whole area. Reigate also offers a range of sporting facilities including two football clubs, Reigate Priory Cricket Club along with tennis, bowls and squash clubs.

Please note all distances and timings are approximate

Square Footage: 2,002 sq ft