South Norwood Hill, South Norwood, SE25

Please Quote Ref SM1300 For All Enquiries. Tucked away quietly at the end of a leafy private lane is this charming four-bedroom detached cottage, one of just three houses sharing this family-friendly cul de sac close to South Norwood Lakes Park, and approximately 15 minutes walking distance from Norwood Junction station. Deceptively spacious with 1305 sq ft of accommodation including a bright conservatory with stunning elevated views toward Kent and London, and a versatile lower floor layout, a gated driveway and a low-maintenance private garden.

Our sellers say:

“We’ve loved how practical yet connected this location is. Cypress Primary is just a short walk away, which has made the school run incredibly easy, while commuting into the City can take as little as 30 minutes door-to-door. Crystal Palace is also moments away, with its fantastic independent cafés, restaurants, shops and amenities close at hand.  At home, the gated drive and off-street parking have been a real convenience, and we’ve been very lucky with wonderful neighbours. One of our favourite spaces is the conservatory - it feels wonderfully calm, with a sea of greenery and far-reaching horizon views."

Inside, the house reveals more than its cottage frontage suggests.  The entrance hall opens to a welcoming living room which leads to the bright conservatory, perfect as a dining room and enjoying elevated views of the surrounding landscape; an outside staircase descends directly to the garden. The kitchen is designed for cooking and connection, with high-gloss cream cabinetry, butcher-block style worktops, an integrated dishwasher, space for an American fridge-freezer, and a stylish range cooker. A practical hatch opens through to the living room and beyond, perfect for conversation with family and friends while cooking.

Three bedrooms and a family bathroom sit upstairs. Downstairs, the lower floor is the most flexible space in the house - currently arranged as a children's bedroom and playroom, alongside a utility room (plumbed for a washing machine) and a recently modernised bathroom.  Side access from this level gives the floor genuine self-contained potential: a principal suite with dressing room, teenager's den, or guest/grandparents annexe, depending on your stage of life. Because of its location, the space is also wonderfully cool in hot weather.

Outdoors, the rear garden is wonderfully low maintenance, with a delightful all-weather surface lawn, a raised deck to one corner, flagstone patio, and a feature masonry barbecue, so evenings and weekends can be about friends and food rather than chores.  The gated side access is perfect for muddy boots and bikes, and a highly useful store room/workshop provides space for tools, hobbies and everything that makes weekends fun. One allocated parking space with a visitor's space at the front of the house keeps daily comings and goings simple.

The location is a real bonus - Norwood Junction is 15 minutes walk away (or 8 minutes by bus) with fast services to London Bridge in around eleven minutes, with easy links to Gatwick; Around 30 minutes walk away, you'll find the Crystal Palace Overground and of course, the popular Crystal Palace Triangle featuring an eclectic mix of cafés, bars, and restaurants - think leisurely breakfasts at Spinach, a lively table at Westow House, a Sunday roast at The Alma, live sports streaming at the Sparrowhawk, or a film at the Everyman. At weekends, the green tapestry around you calls: South Norwood Lakes Park for waterside walks, cake and coffee at the cafe, and jogs at first light; Grangewood Park for dog walking under tall trees; the grand sweep of Crystal Palace Park with its famous dinosaurs, loved by children and adults alike; Stambourne Woods, and Westow Park for unplanned rambles.  Nearby, the iconic Stanley Arts centre adds a distinctive cultural dimension to local life; housed within a beautiful Grade II listed Edwardian landmark, it provides a dynamic calendar of theatre, live music, film, exhibitions and community events - a much-loved destination that gives the area a creative, village-like feel.  For families considering schools, highly regarded Cypress Primary sits close by, and older students have strong local academies within reach.

Come and see for yourself, let us show you around.

PLEASE QUOTE SM1300 SAM MORRISON TO BOOK A VIEWING. 

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

Tenure - Freehold.
Year of Build - 1983 approximately.
Council Tax - Band D, London Borough of Croydon.
EPC Rating - D.

Services -

Mains Gas, Electric & Water (Thames Water).
Current broadband provider: Sky.
Broadband availability: Virgin Media cable is available to the property.

Parking - One allocated parking space in the private driveway opposite the house, with one additional visitor's' parking space

Private Lane - Our sellers advise that the private driveway is maintained via a management company, with the owners of the three properties acting as directors. We understand there are currently no ongoing service charge fees associated with this arrangement.

AGENTS NOTE - While great care has been taken to produce this advertisement, it is the buyer's responsibility to verify that all the information is correct and that all services and goods are in working order. These details were produced in conjunction with the vendor to ensure accuracy, however, this is not a guarantee and does not form part of any contract.  Any measurements taken are approximate.  

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