Deerswood Close, Caterham, CR3

Originally dating back to 1914, this characterful home is one of the original houses built before the surrounding area was developed. It was thoughtfully extended in the 1980s and now offers around 2,384 sq ft of versatile living space, excluding the garage. The property is ideally positioned too – tucked away in a peaceful setting, yet just 0.3 miles from the town centre and mainline station. A porch leads into a spacious entrance hall, where there’s room for coats, a side door out to the patio, and stairs rising to the first floor. A cloakroom sits just off the hall, fitted with half-panelled walls, a low-level WC and a wash hand basin. The study is a bright double-aspect room with wonderful views across the valley. The living room is also double aspect and centres around a feature fireplace with a tiled surround, wooden mantel, slate hearth and detailed cornicing. Across the hall, the separate dining room mirrors these features and is perfect for more formal occasions. The kitchen/breakfast room is a fantastic everyday space, fitted with attractive solid maple units, striking Indian granite worktops, a Rangemaster Excel cooker with five gas burners, and a matching extractor hood above. There’s also a built-in fridge, a separate fridge freezer, a hidden appliance cupboard, and space and plumbing for a dishwasher. The tiled flooring runs throughout, and the breakfast area provides plenty of room for a table and chairs, with sliding patio doors opening directly onto the garden. A utility area sits just off the kitchen, continuing the same cabinetry style, and provides a sink with mixer tap and plumbing for a washing machine. Upstairs, the generous landing is flooded with natural light from a skylight and offers access to the loft. There are four good-sized bedrooms, most enjoying a double aspect and built-in storage. The principal bedroom feels particularly spacious, with fitted wardrobes running the full width of one wall and a stylish en suite, including a large walk-in shower, his-and-hers sinks, a low-level WC, and built-in cupboards and drawers.

Outside: The house is approached by a brick-laid driveway with retaining walls and cast iron railings, providing off-street parking and leading to a detached double garage with an up-and-over door and power connected. Steps rise to the front door, giving the house a welcoming approach. To the side of the house, there is a pretty patio garden, ideal for summer entertaining, while another patio – accessed directly from the kitchen – spans the width of the house and is enclosed by attractive brick retaining walls, with side access to the front. Beyond, steps lead up through a lawned garden bordered by mature hedging, shrubs and banked borders. Further steps continue to a wooded area at the top of the garden, where there are lovely views across Caterham. The garden is arranged over several tiers, creating a private and interesting outside space.

Situation: The property enjoys a peaceful yet highly convenient setting, tucked away just 0.3 miles from Caterham town centre, where there is a wide choice of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, as well as Waitrose and Morrisons supermarkets. Caterham mainline station is within easy reach, offering regular services to London Bridge (direct) and London Victoria (approximately 40–44 minutes) and East Croydon (around 21 minutes). The area is well served for schools, with a number of highly regarded primary and secondary options in both the state and independent sectors, including the popular Caterham School. Open countryside is nearby for walking and outdoor activities, and for commuters, the M25 is easily accessible at Junction 6 (Godstone). Gatwick Airport is also within easy reach, approximately 12.9 miles away.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax band: G

Local Authority: Tandridge