Church Lane, Chelsham, Surrey

The Presentation

This really is an opportunity like no other. A chance to purchase a recently built, individual, detached home in the Surrey countryside, with endless opportunities to live life with freedom and privacy. Constructed by Border Oak (Award winning traditional Oak Frame construction company) with traditionally detailed exposed oak frame with rendered infill panels externally, and internally with feature queen post trusses, purlins and ridges, creating vaulted spaces. The property sits in a green belt woodland setting in an established gated development, and is totally unique. Generous accommodation spread over two floors comprises; dual aspect living room, fantastic open plan kitchen with dining area opening into a garden room that is flooded with light and fantastic views over the land, utility room, ground floor fourth bedroom/home office and ground floor shower room/WC. Stairs lead to the first floor which has a vaulted ceiling master bedroom with en-suite and large balcony overlooking the gardens and woodland beyond, two further double bedrooms and family bathroom.

There are extensive windows throughout which flood the property with light at every angle, rustic oak features, yet with contemporary fittings, which include custom made solid oak painted inframe kitchen and utility units, larder and integrated appliances and Quooker tap, including quartz wortops, range cooker with 5 ring induction hob, Inglenook fireplace with multifuel stove, Air Source Heat Pump, underfloor heating throughout, Limestone flooring/walls (Mandarin Stone) and Engineered oak flooring and CAT6 wiring throughout.

Surrounded by private gardens of half an acre, ample gated parking and offered as vacant possession, this must be viewed to be fully appreciated. Sitting next to the property is an Oak framed double garage and carport with self-contained studio apartment on the first floor complete with kitchenette with quartz worktop, induction hob and Ninja 10 in 1 multifunction oven and integrated fridge. A separate shower room & WC. There is an additional 3.5 acres of woodland available by separate negotiation.

The Situation

The development is superbly located for London yet occupies a serene, rural position with total peace just moments from the traditional shops, pubs, restaurants and amenities of Warlingham. The surrounding countryside is a fantastic environment for both relaxation and recreation. Quality golf courses such as Woldingham and Farleigh Court Golf Clubs, along with endless opportunities for riding, cycling, walking and numerous other rural pursuits.

The Holt is easily accessible having good road links, with the M25 (J6) nearby and the A22 providing access to London. Upper Warlingham Rail Station is 2 miles from The Holt with trains taking 36 minutes to London Victoria and London Bridge. East Croydon Station is approximately 5 miles from The Holt with trains taking about 16 minutes to London Victoria and additional services to London Bridge, City Thameslink, Gatwick Airport and the South Coast.

The area boasts a number of good state and independent schools for all ages. These include the primary schools of Warlingham, Oxted and Westerham. In addition, the local Prep Schools are Hazelwood in Oxted, Caterham School and The Hawthornes in Bletchingley. Popular Public Schools include Whitgift, Woldingham School and Tonbridge. Oxted has a highly regarded State School.

The Development

Originally, The Holt was a secluded country estate comprising of a grand manor house, detached Lodge, various cottages and equine facilities all sitting in 63 acres of quite exquisite grounds which has subsequently been re-developed creating a small rural Hamlet of just seven properties.