War Coppice Road, Caterham, CR3

Set in a peaceful semi-rural location, this attractive extended family home offers a wonderful blend of timeless character, impressive living space of 2671 sq. ft, and exciting scope for modernisation. Believed to have been built in the 1930s as a holiday retreat for a Londoner drawn to the area's lush, green surroundings, the property retains its original charm while offering a breath-taking open-plan kitchen, dining, and family space added in more recent years. The front door is approached via a dual-aspect sunroom, featuring quarry-tiled floors and views over the mature front gardens. The entrance hall sets the tone for the original part of the house, with a feature fireplace, decorative timber beams, staircase to the first floor, storage cupboard, picture rails, and twin windows overlooking the rear garden. An inner hallway leads to a downstairs W.C. and a boot room. The double-aspect family room enjoys a pleasant outlook to the front, while the adjoining ground-floor bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room. The sitting room is full of character, with a beamed ceiling, striking fireplace, picture rails, and a display alcove. The kitchen/family room is the real showstopper — a stunning, vaulted, triple-aspect space designed to take full advantage of the garden views. Skylights flood the area with natural light, and the sleek white gloss kitchen, complemented by black marble countertops and a bold red splashback, provides a stylish centrepiece. Fitted with a range of Lamona appliances, including a double oven, dishwasher, halogen hob, and space for an American-style fridge/freezer, the kitchen also offers generous storage, including a pull-out larder. A large central island with seating and a breakfast area for family dining make this an exceptional space for everyday living and entertaining. Double doors open onto a raised balcony, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the garden outlook. A separate utility room offers additional storage and secondary access to the front. Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms and a study. The principal bedroom features an ensuite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom with both bath and separate shower. The main house is perfectly liveable but offers fantastic scope to enhance and extend the contemporary style of the kitchen/family room throughout, allowing a buyer to create a truly exceptional home tailored to their own taste.

Outside: The property is set back from the road behind mature hedgerows, offering excellent privacy. A large driveway provides parking for four vehicles and access to a double garage (20’4 x 17’9) with electric up-and-over door, power, lighting, and loft access.
The front garden is laid to lawn with established flower borders. The rear garden, extending to approximately 0.52 acres (0.21 Ha), offers several distinct areas, including a sheltered terraced area under a mature willow tree, a large lawned section, and a bonfire area. Outbuildings with power are also available, offering potential for conversion (subject to the necessary consents).

Location: Caterham is set in rolling Surrey countryside on the edge of the North Downs, surrounded by beautiful woods, parkland, and leafy village lanes. Offering a peaceful lifestyle with essential services, shops, and schools close by in Caterham and Caterham-on-the-Hill, the area is ideal for families and commuters alike. Transport links are excellent, with Caterham Station (1.6 miles) and Merstham Station (3.5 miles) providing frequent services into London Victoria and London Bridge. Gatwick Airport, Heathrow, and the South Coast are all easily accessible.


Services: All mains services connected

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Tandridge District Council. Tax Band G