5 bed detached house for sale

High Road, Chipstead, Coulsdon CR5

Cheval Court is a distinguished country house with extensive land and exceptional equestrian facilities

Set within approximately 44 acres of outstanding Surrey countryside on the North Downs, Cheval Court is a remarkable country estate offering an enviable blend of privacy, rural tranquillity and accessibility. Located just 17 miles south of London, the property enjoys a peaceful setting surrounded by open countryside, while remaining conveniently close to nearby towns, villages and transport links.

Property Summary

Originally built circa 1905, Cheval Court is a substantial and highly individual period residence, constructed by Mr Garle, the builder appointed to demolish London’s historic Newgate Prison. Reclaimed materials from the 12th-century prison were incorporated into the house, imbuing it with a distinctive Tudor manor-house character. The architecture and interiors showcase random stone and brickwork, antique inset beams, wood panelling and impressive fireplaces, creating a home of rare authenticity and craftsmanship.

The accommodation is generous, well balanced and ideally suited to modern family living. The ground floor centres around an impressive entrance hall and includes a bespoke farmhouse kitchen with Aga and flagged stone flooring, leading through to a breakfast room. Further accommodation comprises a large boot/utility room, well-appointed study, formal dining room, two substantial reception rooms and a cloakroom.

The first floor provides two double bedrooms served by a Jack and Jill bathroom, a further double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, and an impressive principal suite incorporating a sitting area or nursery, large double bedroom, ensuite bath and shower room, and an extensive dressing room. A staircase leads to the second floor, where there is an additional double bedroom with a separate shower room. The house also offers potential for further extension, subject to the usual planning consents.

Cheval Court is approached via a long, gated private driveway, affording a high level of seclusion and extensive secure parking. A comprehensive range of outbuildings includes a four-car garage with a self-contained one-bedroom flat above, two further studio flats, and a two-bedroom, two-bathroom flat, ideal for guests, extended family or staff accommodation. There is also a large single garage with cellar and additional oak-framed covered parking.

The house is set within approximately 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, complemented by an additional 39 acres of land, a highly rare offering within the M25. The grounds comprise formal and informal gardens, specimen trees-including a monkey puzzle tree and exotic palms-areas of woodland and well-maintained paddocks. Expansive lawns, established flower beds, a pond, and a variety of terraces and patio areas provide superb spaces for entertaining and peaceful enjoyment.

With its own separate vehicular access, Cheval Court Stud (Livery) offers excellent equestrian facilities, including three yards, with ample space for loose boxes, a 1.35-acre field, a smaller paddock, 20 stables, tack rooms, horse walker, lunge ring, washdown bay and a 60 metre x 40 metre fully drained professional sand school-ideal for private or professional equestrian use. Cheval Court Stud has been very famous for breading, selling & racing many well known race horses over the years. The Present Owner's Business partner, The Late Lester Piggott, was involved constantly with the stud side of the property of which many Group horses were bred, sold, raised and raced.

Cheval Court is a truly unique country estate, rich in history and character, offering exceptional privacy, extensive land and first-class equestrian facilities in one of Surrey’s most desirable locations, all within easy reach of London.

Chipstead is an attractive, historic village lying on the top of the North Downs, just south of London and perfectly situated for access to the M25, the M23, Gatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, and Central London. Chipstead Station and Cousldon South are the nearest railway stations with direct train services to London within 30 minutes.

Chipstead retains a rural charm with its picturesque duck pond, local pubs and selection of period cottages and converted farms. An active golf course as well as clubs for cricket, football, rugby, bowls, tennis and even a theatre make this a special community. There is a good choice of state / independent schools locally as well as access to larger towns such as Reigate, Banstead, Epsom or Coulsdon.