Upper Harestone, Caterham

A modernist masterpiece hidden on the leafy slopes of the Harestone Valley. Wildwood is a rare fusion of architecture and landscape – bold, warm, and completely private, wrapped in 1.5 acres of mature, landscaped grounds.

Set back from the road along a winding driveway, the house was reimagined by Addo Design and finished with contemporary Ecoscape cladding under a mono-pitched roof. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and wide sliding doors frame uninterrupted west-facing views across the gardens, flooding the space with natural light throughout the day.

Inside, it’s all about space and flow. At the heart of the home is a vast open-plan kitchen and living space with dual-aspect sliding doors and underfloor heating – the kind of room you’ll never want to leave. Bespoke oak cabinetry in a fresh white finish is offset by a deep blue island, quartz worktops, and a suite of integrated appliances including a wine fridge, boiling water tap, and American-style fridge/freezer.

There’s oak parquet in a herringbone pattern throughout the ground floor (bar the study), remote-controlled blinds to every window, and a separate reception room with its own kitchen and a curved conservatory – currently used as a self-contained space for a relative, but easily integrated back into the main house if needed.

Upstairs, the principal suite is pure calm – dual aspect, beautifully proportioned, with a private balcony and a statement en-suite complete with freestanding bath, twin sinks and walk-in shower. Every bedroom is generously sized, with bespoke wardrobes, and there’s underfloor heating throughout all bathrooms.

To the rear, a large patio flows directly from the kitchen – the perfect sun trap for lounging, barbecues, or relaxed weekend coffees. It leads down to a generous lower lawn, where there's space for outdoor dining, games, or long summer evenings around a fire pit. The garden unfolds in layers, with different pockets of space for entertaining, play, or peaceful escape.

An impressive beech hedge at the front of the plot creates total privacy and a grand sense of arrival, while a sculptural arch carved through the greenery adds a sense of magic and connection between different parts of the garden. Mature trees, tiered landscaping and glazed balustrades frame the house and its setting, giving Wildwood a unique mix of modern design and natural beauty.

The location is brilliant too – just over a mile from Caterham town centre and within easy reach of both Caterham and Hawthorns schools. The surrounding countryside offers endless walks straight from the doorstep, including a nearby viewpoint with spectacular views – a real favourite with local dog owners and outdoor lovers.