Listed for £485,000
May 21, 2024
Agent Reference JD0226 Situated on Chelsfield Road, this handsome bay fronted 1930's semi detached home has been lovingly maintained by its current owners since they purchased in back in the 1970's. Boasting the generous proportions and character of a 1930's property with a later 2007 single storey extension which has created a more open plan feel to the kitchen and the breakfast room which open onto the garden. Features include a spacious bay fronted through reception, well maintained garden, off street parking, downstairs guest cloakroom, extended kitchen and three well proportioned bedrooms. Approached via a walled front garden, steps take you onto the entrance porch with the driveway running to the side where you will find gated access to the rear. The double glazed porch allows for storage for your outdoor shoes, while giving an additional level of security to the property. Beyond the porch you enter a spacious entrance hall with feeds the principle living accommodation. To the left you enter a neutrally decorated through reception room. The light colour scheme allows for a bright room with natural light coming from the bay window to the front and glazed doors to the rear. The room has a comfortable and inviting feel and measures an impressive 24ft in length, allowing for a generous seating and dining areas. The rear portion of the room which is currently used as the dining area, opens onto the 2005 rear extension where you will find an additional seating area and space for a breakfast table overlooking the garden. The kitchen is accessible from both the breakfast room and the hallway giving an open airy feel to the rear of the property. The kitchen has a timeless black and white colour scheme, with fitted white gloss wall and base units and contrasting black countertops and splash backs. The kitchen has space for large range style cooker, integrated dishwasher, integrated freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. Natural light is provide by a window to the side, double glazed French doors to the rear and two Velux windows in the pitched extension roof. Back out in the hallway, you will find a guest cloakroom under the stairs with a window to the side. The room features a low level wc and corner hand basin with easy clean aqua panels to the walls. The staircase takes you onto a large landing with a window to the side. To the front you will find the principle bedroom which opens into the bay window while benefitting from fitted storage either side of the chimney breast. To the rear there is another generous double bedroom which features contemporary fitted wardrobes and a large rear facing window overlooking the garden. The third bedroom is located adjacent to bedroom one, with a front aspect. The room is currently set up as a single bedroom which space for a wardrobe and chest of drawers but could equally be utilised as a home office/ study. The bedrooms are served by a two piece bathroom and adjacent separate toilet and hand basin. The bathroom is fully tiled with a thermostatic shower over the bath and a vanity enclosed hand basin. It is worth noting that the rooms could be combined to provide a large four piece bathroom with separate shower and bath. Outside you will find a well maintained garden with mature borders and a large apple tree which provides shade on a warm day. There is a large timber shed for your garden storage needs and a generous side access which is gated to the front. Chelsfield Road is located between Chelsfield Lane and St Mary Cray High Street, where you find a convenience store, pharmacy and the popular Croft Tea Room, where you can relax and unwind with a cuppa and a homemade cake. The property is well located for St Mary Cray Recreation Ground and green belt countryside which stretches into Crocken Hill and beyond. The Priory Gardens is another popular spot for families and dog walkers. Located approximately 0.6 miles away and set around ponds with a well equipped play area, cafe and rose gardens overlooking the historic Priory. Families are well catered for, there are three primary schools (all rated good by Ofsted) located within a 0.35 mile radius, while Ofsted Outstanding Perry Hall is located 0.75 miles from the property (as the crow flies). Chelsfield Road is well situated for Orpington Town Centre, where you will find a host of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities, cinema, coffee shops and supermarkets. Additional shopping facilities are available at the Nugget Centre which is located approximately 0.7 miles away. As well as being home to a number of well known brands, you will find a modern gym and a choice of eateries. For those commuting and requiring public transport, the local bus service can be accessed via Chelsfield Road, while St Mary Cray Station and Orpington Station are located approximately 0.73 miles and 1.37 miles from the property (as the crow flies). If you require access to the motorway network, Junction 4 of the M25 is located just over 3 miles from the property and is accessible via Court Road. EPC Rating D (57) Council Tax Band D (London Borough of Bromley)
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