5 bedroom detached for sale

Situated in a delightful sylvan setting, is this attractive five bedroom detached family home with spectacular views over the countryside and within easy reach of Chelsfield and Orpington mainline stations.

The Homestead was built in 1996 by Berkley Homes, and lies on the cusp of Well Hill close to Lullingstone Park Golf Course. The property is well presented throughout, offering versatile accommodation with further scope to extend (STLP). The ground floor comprises, bright entrance hallway with under stairs storage, triple aspect reception room with open fireplace, stone surround and mantle, bay window seating providing front row viewing to incredible sunsets and french doors to the garden. The kitchen/breakfast has a range of wall and base units, built-in oven with hob and extractor hood, and space for dishwasher and fridge/freezer. The property also benefits from a utility and cloakroom and the two further reception rooms are currently being used as a dining room and spacious study.

To the first floor there are five bedrooms, some with fitted wardrobes and cupboards, ensuite to master and family bathroom. Other features to note, coving & ceiling roses, wood effect flooring, leaded light windows, security alarm and partially boarded loft space with ladder and light.

Outside the wrap around garden is mainly laid to lawn, well maintained and bordered by mature trees and hedgerow with an extensive paved terrace for entertaining. There are two apple trees, two cherry trees, one damson and one peach tree. There is also a vegetable garden with four prepared beds. To the front there is a private gated entrance with driveway leading to the double detached garage which has power and light. Please note that the property has private drainage and has oil fired central heating.

Despite the privacy the property is highly accessible for London, with Chelsfield or Orpington station being a short drive away. There is easy access to walks from the house to Lullingstone Country Park and Shoreham Woods and there are two gastro pubs nearby. For recreational leisure you will find cricket, tennis and three golf clubs close by and other local amenities can be found in Chelsfield, Green St Green and Orpington, where you will find an array of shops, cafes and restaurants. Bluewater shopping centre offers further leisure facilities. The area is particular renowned for the quality of schools both in the private and state sectors including St Olaves with safe cycle rides, and Newstead Wood. The M25 can be joined for major road networks, Gatwick and Heathrow airports.

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