Alderwood Close, Caterham, CR3

Set in a private position within Alderwood Close, this substantial detached family home provides approximately 3,186 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation arranged over three floors. The entrance hall gives an immediate sense of its scale, with tiled flooring, a cloakroom and useful understairs storage. The sitting room and dining room occupy one side of the ground floor, flowing into one another through a wide opening. The triple-aspect sitting room has ash grey Mansion Weave parquet flooring, a contemporary fireplace, recessed perimeter lighting and sliding doors opening onto the terrace. The same flooring and lighting continue into the adjoining dining room. The open-plan kitchen, breakfast and family room occupies the rear of the house. A large roof lantern brings light into the family area, while bi-folding doors open onto the raised terrace overlooking the garden. The bespoke kitchen combines extensive cabinetry with granite worktops and a substantial central island incorporating seating, a one-and-a-half-bowl sink, dishwasher and drinks fridge. Appliances include double ovens, a microwave, a Neff coffee machine and an induction hob with an Elica extractor above. A pull-out larder and space for an American-style fridge freezer provide further storage. Integrated ceiling speakers and recessed lighting complete the family area. Beyond the kitchen is a utility room with a double butler sink and space for several appliances, together with a boot room fitted with extensive cupboards and its own entrance from the front. The staircase is a striking feature of the house, rising through an impressive double-height stairwell to a galleried first-floor landing. Windows across both levels bring plenty of natural light into the space. Four double bedrooms are arranged around the landing, including the triple-aspect principal bedroom with whitewashed larch flooring, a separate fitted dressing room and an ensuite with a large walk-in shower and twin basins. A second bedroom has its own ensuite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms share the family bathroom. The second floor comprises the fifth bedroom which is currently arranged as a generous home office, with windows framing exceptional views across the valley. Access to a large adjoining loft and storage area.

Outside: The property is approached over a large driveway providing extensive parking and access to the detached double garage. The front garden is laid mainly to lawn and framed by established hedging, specimen trees and mature planting, with a breathtaking cedar forming its centrepiece and providing the inspiration for the property’s name. To the rear, doors from both the sitting room and family area open onto a large raised terrace that wraps around the property. Enclosed by wrought-iron railings, it provides an excellent setting for outdoor dining and entertaining while overlooking the extensive lawn and mature planting beyond. The rear garden extends across two plots, with the lower section adding another dimension to the grounds. A circular stone terrace incorporates a built-in firepit and curved seating wall, while landscaped steps lead to a timber garden house with glazing on three sides, bi-folding doors opening onto a decked terrace and its own private sauna. A gravelled seating area lies alongside, while the children’s playground is tucked discreetly behind high laurel hedging so that it does not intrude visually upon the main garden. From the lower plot, timber steps descend through the trees to a secure gated entrance onto Harestone Lane, providing particularly useful pedestrian access towards Caterham School.

Situation: Alderwood Close is a quiet cul-de-sac between Caterham Valley and Caterham on the Hill. Caterham town centre and Zone 6 station are approximately 0.8 miles away, offering a broad range of amenities and regular services to London Bridge and Victoria. Secure gated access from the garden to Harestone Lane provides a convenient route towards Caterham School, while Oakhyrst Grange is approximately 0.4 miles away. The North Downs countryside, golf courses and equestrian facilities are all nearby. The A22 provides access towards London, while Junction 6 of the M25 is approximately 2.5 miles away, connecting with the M23, Gatwick Airport and the wider motorway network.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax band: G
Local Authority: Tandridge District Council