Forest Ridge, Keston Park

2.5 ACRES ON KESTON PARK

Positioned on Keston Parks largest and arguably most desirable plot we find The Chestnuts, an impressive family home set in the heart of this prestigious gated Private Estate. Complete with its own extensive woodland, the plot of 2.5 acres affords a unique level of privacy and green space, together with an extensive array of facilities, including two swimming pools.

The property, has an original 1920s character Arts and Craft frontage and extends to just under 10,000 sq ft. The Chestnuts has a surprisingly contemporary, light and open interior, having been extensively remodelled and sympathetically modernised to a high specification by the current owners following its purchase in 2006.

The heart of the property is a 45’ wide bespoke breakfasting kitchen with large central island, dining, seating and desk areas opening via full width bi-fold doors onto an outdoor dining and lounge terrace. There is a back kitchen area and a separate utility room that benefits from a second external access to the front of the property. Also leading from the kitchen are a conveniently positioned playroom/games room and an elegant dining room, with feature fireplace.

The contemporary entrance hall features a hand-made glass and walnut staircase, fireplace and access to a wine cellar. There are two luxurious and generously proportioned reception rooms; a triple aspect day lounge overlooking the rear garden with cinema screen option; and a more formal entertaining reception room. Both reception rooms feature fireplaces and have been interior designed in a classic contemporary style, inter-connecting to form one large entertaining space as required.

On the first floor, the south side of the property boasts a spacious master suite, with large en suite opening onto a balcony overlooking the garden and a substantial bespoke fitted dressing room. There are two further generous bedroom suites on this floor with en suite bathrooms.

On the second floor there is a light and tranquil lounge/ work space with in-built drinks station ideal for home working. There is also a bathroom and two further bedrooms, one of which has a cosy extra sleeping area built under the eaves, appealing to children of all ages.

On the north side of the property, a second staircase leads to another bespoke, fully fitted private study, a large gabled gym (or bedroom) overlooking the outdoor pool and access into a self-contained guest/staff (or teenager) annexe with own kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom. A separate side access services this side of the property.

The recreational facilities include a changing room with sauna and shower providing direct access to the large outdoor pool and poolside fire pit. There is also an internal walkway, providing direct access to the indoor pool. The pools, together with an unused tennis court, have the potential to be remodelled and transformed into a spectacular spa and leisure facility.

The extensive landscaped grounds of 2.5 acres are a feature of The Chestnuts; formed of areas laid to formal lawn, woodland with secret pathways and pagoda, children’s play area with wooden play equipment, woodland fire pit, an allotment and shed area, and an avenue of hornbeam trees leading to a large entertaining and BBQ terrace.

The large frontage and carriage driveway gives access to garaging for four cars, with extensive parking and the potential for gates. The gardens are well established with shrubs and rhododendrons.

The Chestnuts also offers tremendous potential for further development if desired, subject to any necessary consents.

Floor plans are available by request

Keston Park is an exclusive Private Estate created in the 1920s, which now boasts some of the country’s most prestigious properties. Forest Ridge is situated within a few minutes’ walk of Locksbottom Village with its excellent amenities that include some first class restaurants and access to Orpington and Bromley mainline stations. Biggin Hill Airport, with its excellent facilities for private jets is also only 10 minutes away.

This is an idyllic location to live within the M25 with a significant number of good private schools within easy reach.

Local Authority: Bromley
Council Tax Band: H