Hazelwood Lane, Chipstead, CR5

The Property
An attractive and substantial Edwardian period home designed by a noted ‘arts and crafts’ architect, offering beautifully proportioned accommodation with some magnificent original features.

The house was designed by William A Scott and constructed around 1901. Scott became Professor of Architecture at Dublin University in 1911 and was a member of the council of the Arts and Crafts Society of Ireland; reputedly one of the most significant of early 20th century Irish architects he was acclaimed for his ecclesiastical work in Ireland and in England for following the ‘arts and crafts’ style:

The stunning five/six-bedroom property is enviably situated in a 1/2 acre plot with breath-taking westerly views to the rear across the Chipstead Valley towards Banstead Woods. This remarkable property, ample parking in the front drive for numerous cars and wonderful mature gardens, provides an idyllic haven for family life, superbly maintained and sympathetically appointed by the current owners, with spacious and versatile accommodation blending luxury and elegance with modern convenience. Features include four reception rooms, two large kitchen/dining areas, a utility room, sunroom, four bath/ shower rooms (one en-suite), a guest WC, generous storage, gas central heating, quality floor coverings, and a wealth of original features and ornate detailing.




Property Description
Accommodation comprises a spacious entrance hallway with access to guest WC, leading into three sumptuous reception rooms, all with beautiful feature fireplaces, providing impressive family living space for all occasions. The front reception and dining room are elegant and grand, whilst a further lounge enjoys far-reaching views over the garden, adjacent to a large kitchen/diner. Accessed via the lounge and dining room, a dual aspect sunroom provides further space to relax and unwind, with sliding doors onto the garden.

The ground floor kitchen with ample space for table and chairs, comprises a modern range of matching units with work surfaces incorporating inset sink unit, hob and oven, and further space for appliances, with stairs down to the lower ground floor level.

To the lower level, there is a further large well-equipped kitchen/diner with adjacent utility room, plus a versatile sixth bedroom, shower room and generous storage space.

The first floor comprises four large and luxurious double bedrooms - one en-suite - plus family bathroom and separate WC.

The second floor offers a further double bedroom or study and large bathroom with free-standing bath suite.

Outside
Externally, the beautifully maintained gardens provide a sanctuary of peace and tranquillity. The large terrace is perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the mature trees and shrubs create a sense of privacy and seclusion.

Location
The property is enviably located just a short distance from local shops, with Chipstead and Coulsdon South stations also close-by for mainline services to London. Banstead Village and Reigate are a short drive away and provide more comprehensive shopping facilities together with restaurants and other amenities. The national motorway network may be reached via the M23/25 interchange (Junction 7) some three miles to the south or the M25 (Junction 8) at Reigate Hill, with Gatwick Airport less than 30 minutes by car.

Locally, there is an excellent choice of independent and state schools.

In addition to Chipstead Golf Club, there are several other popular golf clubs nearby: Reigate Hill, Surrey Downs, Kingswood and the acclaimed championship course at Walton Heath. Other interests catered for in the village include cricket, soccer, tennis, rugby, bowls and amateur dramatics at the Courtyard Theatre on Hazelwood Lane. Nearby Banstead Woods offers beautiful walks and there are a number of local livery yards and riding schools. Two excellent country pubs are within easy reach.

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