Webb Estate, Purley, Surrey

THE PROPERTY A most attractive detached Arts and Crafts residence approaching 6000 square feet and occupying a south backing plot within the gates of the private and prestigious Webb Estate.

This handsome home begins with a grand reception hall with ornate marble fireplace and herringbone parquet floor. There are four reception rooms to include a lounge and dining room which both feature deep bay windows overlooking the rear garden and impressive fireplaces, a double aspect drawing room with double doors from the hall, also with an attractive fireplace and a family room which is front facing and close to the kitchen/breakfast room which is another double aspect room fitted with a modern range of cabinets. There is access to the garden and a utility room leading to the boiler room.

On the first floor, there are six bedrooms and five bath/shower rooms. The master bedroom is fitted with a comprehensive range of wardrobes and a deep bay window overlooks the garden. There is a large en-suite bathroom fitted with a white five piece suite. The second bedroom is front facing and benefits from a dressing area with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with white four piece suite. There are four further double bedrooms of which two feature fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower rooms. The fifth bedroom is a substantial double room overlooking the rear garden and is served by a modern family bathroom.

From the hall, access can be gained to the indoor swimming pool which benefits from a number of windows and patio doors opening to the garden, a changing room with shower, a W.C. and boiler and filtration room. There are stairs leading to a games room above the garage. NB The pool has not been used for some time.

Outside, Three Gables stands on a south backing plot of approximately 0.7 of an acre. The well tended gardens are laid mainly to lawn with large patio area and is screened by a variety of trees and hedges. The front is also laid to lawn with a sweep-in carriage driveway and double garage. 

LOCATION The Webb Estate was conceived and constructed by William Webb who acquired the land in 1888. When Croydon Municipal Tramways reached Purley in 1901, the Estate was finally within commuting distance of London, bringing his vision a 'garden suburb for city men' one step closer. The Estate is now a designated conservation area and has maintained its tranquillity and character for over a century.

Education
Purley and the surrounding areas are well known for their very good choice of reputable schools including Margaret Roper Catholic, St. Nicholas, Cumnor House, St. David's and Laleham Lea. At senior level there is John Fisher, Woodcote, Whitgift, Trinity and Croydon High. Local Grammar schools include Wallington County, Wallington Girls and Wilsons Boys.

Sports & Leisure
There are numerous facilities in the area including Purley Sports Club with its squash, cricket and tennis courts and there are two golf courses in Purley as well as a number of individual tennis and bowls clubs. There are also plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise in the many local restaurants and cafes.

Transport
Purley station provides rail services to London Bridge (from 25 minutes), London Victoria (from 24 minutes) and Gatwick (from 26 minutes) whilst Riddlesdown and Reedham will get you to London Bridge from 23 & 32 minutes and Victoria from 26 & 37 minutes respectively. Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding and the M25/M23 intersection at Hooley is approximately 4-5 miles away. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are within about 30 and 60 minutes drive respectively. 

MATERIAL INFORMATION MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part B

PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Brick

MAINS ELECTRICITY: Yes - EDF
MAINS GAS: Yes - British Gas
MAINS WATER: Yes - SES
MAINS DRAINS & SEWERAGE: Yes - SES

HEATING FUEL: Gas
HEATING TYPE: Radiators
AIR CONDITIONING: No

PARKING: Private driveway and garage
EV CHARGING: No
BROADBAND: Cable - BT

MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part C

RESTRICTIONS/RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS: Conservation area - Webb Estate
RIGHTS & EASEMENTS: N/A
FLOOD RISK: Very low

DETAILS OF PLANNING PERMISSIONS: N/A
DETAILS OF BUILDING REGULATIONS: N/A
BUILDING SAFETY: N/A
ACCESSABILITY/ADAPTIONS: N/A

COALFIELD/MINING AREA: No
DETAILS OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IN THE AREA: N/A