5 bed detached house for sale

Bencombe Road, Purley CR8

Stunning Detached Family Home with Exceptional Living Space and Mature Gardens - chain free

Nestled within a sought-after residential setting, this handsome detached family residence offers over 2,850 sq/ft of beautifully appointed accommodation, combining character features with stylish contemporary finishes. Set behind an in-out driveway and surrounded by mature greenery, the property enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy while providing versatile living space ideally suited to modern family life.

The welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for the accommodation beyond, leading to an elegant bay-fronted reception room currently arranged as a library, complete with bespoke fitted cabinetry with period detailing and space for a TV. A second spacious reception room provides an excellent family living space, currently used as a cinema room, while to the rear the stunning open-plan sitting and dining room flows seamlessly into a striking garden room, creating a superb entertaining area flooded with natural light and enjoying delightful views across the rear garden.

At the heart of the home is a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room featuring quality fitted units, extensive work surfaces and a central island. Adjacent to the kitchen are a useful utility room, store room and guest cloakroom. A further office/study offers excellent flexibility for home working or additional family requirements, the adjacent wet room and kitchenette provides a space for an older child or live in relative. The ground floor also benefits from two separate WC's. The first floor provides five bedrooms, including a particularly generous principal bedroom with attractive bay window and ample space for freestanding furniture. The remaining bedrooms are well-proportioned and served by a stylish family bathroom finished to a high standard.

Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front, a driveway provides ample off-street parking and access to the attached garage/workshop. The mature rear garden extends to approximately 100 feet and offers a wonderful backdrop for family enjoyment, with expansive lawned areas, established planting, a feature pond, a children's treehouse, and several seating terraces ideal for outdoor entertaining. Beautifully presented throughout and offering an abundance of character, space and versatility, this exceptional family home represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial detached residence in a highly desirable location.

Located off Old Lodge Lane & within 0.35 miles of Reedham train station. Bus services from the road connect to Purley, all parts of Croydon, Coulsdon and Wallington. The M23 & M25 are also easily accessible via Hooley. Close by Purley Mainline train station also provides a through the night service from central London & Thameslink services to London St Pancras and beyond, all of which make this property ideal for commuters.

If you’re feeling active there are a number of local health and leisure clubs to choose from. Excellent golf courses, recreation grounds and other open spaces are also close by, including the wide open areas of Riddlesdown Common, Kenley & Farthing Downs. There are both private and state schools for children of all ages within the vicinity, including Hayes, St David's and Riddlesdown to name just a few. This property also falls inside the catchment area for Beaumont Primary School which has received an outstanding Ofsted rating.