Gatton Close, Reigate, Surrey, RH2

A detached, modern, family home inspired by Scandinavian architecture, offering flexible accommodation that is located in this private road in North Reigate.

Description

A detached family home that was built in about 1970 of a design inspired by Scandinavian architecture and arranged over two levels to provide about 2,359 square feet of accommodation to include the garage. Scandinavian-inspired architecture is all about clean lines, neutral materials, and an overall sense of minimalism. The house forms part of this popular private road of just eight houses and is brought to the market for the first time since 1984.

On the ground floor there is a large sitting room facing south east and a large kitchen/breakfast room with an open logia that faces south west and captures the views down the hill. There are two further rooms on the ground floor that could be two further living rooms or two bedrooms if preferred and there is also a bathroom adjacent to these rooms. The ground floor accommodation is rounded off with a useful utility room and guest cloakroom.

On the first floor there is a large open plan, south east facing family room. The principal bedroom has a fabulous south west facing balcony, a range of fitted wardrobes and a walk in cupboard that offers further potential. There are two further bedrooms on the first floor along with the family bathroom.

Outside, there is a detached double garage and private driveway providing off street parking. There are mature gardens on three sides of this lovely home that will guarantee sunshine at all times of the day. The sitting room opens on to a south east facing terrace that is ideal for entertaining and the kitchen/breakfast room has a lovely south west facing lawn. There are further lawns to the rear of the property and the slight elevation enhances the views.

Location

Gatton Close is a popular and quiet residential road in the North of the town and this flexible family home is about a mile from Reigate Station and just over a mile from the town centre and all of the amenities of this bustling market town. Reigate is a thriving Surrey market town at the foot of the North Downs that has a blend of historic landmarks and recreational spaces making it the ideal destination for those in search of a lifestyle change within easy reach of London.

Reigate offers an impressive range of shops and services in the best tradition of English rural communities. The picturesque streets have a delightfully modern, cosmopolitan feel where independent boutiques rub shoulders with popular high street stores. There are also a good number of cafes and coffee shops including The Chapel, Gails and Cafe Nero. Local restaurants include Pizza Express, Bill’s, Wagamama and Nando's.

Commuting to London from Reigate station takes around 40 minutes. The larger mainline station at Redhill, is about a mile and a half away, which offers Southern and Thameslink services into London in about 32 minutes, along with routes to a variety of other destinations. The M25, Junction 8 is accessed very easily along Wray Lane, with links to London and the wider motorway network. For the frequent air traveller Gatwick Airport is around eight miles distant.

Reigate Priory Park is a centrepiece of the town with many acres of open parkland, a feature lake, impressive playground and The Pavilion Café, along with tennis/basketball courts and a sunken skateboard park. The perfect meeting place for friends and family. There is good walking and riding locally in the surrounding countryside, Reigate Heath and The North Downs Way. For golfers nearby courses include Reigate Hill, Betchworth and Reigate Heath.

Reigate is particularly well served with state and independent schools for all ages. These include Reigate Parish, Reigate Priory, Reigate St. Mary’s Prep School, Micklefield, Reigate Secondary School, Dunottar, Reigate Grammar and Reigate College.

(Please note all distances and times are approximate)

Square Footage: 2,032 sq ft