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" A THREE BEDROOMED TERRACED FAMILY HOME REQUIRING A COMPREHENSIVE SCHEDULE OF RENOVATION, SITUATED ON THE APPROACH TO PROTECTED GREENBELT OPEN COUNTRYSIDE JUST A HUNDRED YARDS FROM THE FARTHING DOWNS.

COVERED PORCH * ENTRANCE HALLWAY * HALL CLOAKROOM *
DOUBLE ASPECT LIVING ROOM * KITCHEN/DINING ROOM *
THREE FIRST FLOOR BEDROOMS (THE SMALLEST MEASURING 9'1" x 7'6") * BATHROOM * GARDENS FRONT AND REAR * GAS CENTRAL HEATING WITH A CONDENSING COMBINATION BOILER (NOT TESTED) *
VACANT POSSESSION - NO ONWARD "CHAIN"

The Agent's Opinion:

This property represents an exciting opportunity to prospective buyers not afraid of the challenge of a comprehensive renovation project. Offered for sale with vacant possession, the house is ready for the refurbishment works to commence!

The accommodation offers more than first meets the eye: having three good sized bedrooms (the smallest of which measuring 9'1" x 7'6"), and a first floor bathroom. Downstairs the as yet un-extended living space includes a through lounge with windows to the front and rear, a kitchen and dining area with doors and windows to the rear garden, and a useful hall cloakroom off the entrance hallway. The central heating is powered by a modern condensing combination boiler.

Ellis Road is situated off Tollers Lane, approximately three quarters of a mile from the heart of Old Coulsdon's Village centre, on the approach to a small park and a public bridle path which leads towards Tollers Farm, the Farthing Downs, and Happy Valley.

Situation and local Amenities:

Old Coulsdon's Village centre offers many local amenities including various churches; the Tudor Rose Restaurant and Public House; and various members' sports clubs etc.. There is also a parade of shops which includes a sub-Post Office and general grocery store. An even more local selection of shops is at hand on "Lacey Parade" just at the end of Tollers Lane on Coulsdon Road. The area is well served by local schools for all ages, including the popular Keston Primary and Coulsdon C. of E. School.

The local 'bus services connect the neighbouring towns of Caterham, Coulsdon and central Croydon for more extensive shopping and leisure facilities. Coulsdon South railway station is within two miles, providing regular services to central London via East Croydon, and to the Sussex Coast via Redhill and Gatwick Airport. The M23/M25 network commences approximately four miles away.

Direction to View: From the Tudor Rose Restaurant and Public House, proceed along Placehouse Lane for just a short distance and take the first left into Tollers Lane. Proceed to the far end of the road and turn right at "Lacey Green", at the end of the green turn right once again. Follow this road a little further down, where the house will be found on the right hand side.

The accommodation in more details comprises:

Covered Porch: glazed panelled entrance door with multi-point locking system opening to:

Entrance Hallway: two storage cupboards, understairs recess with a further cupboard housing electricity fuseboard and gas and electricity meters, radiator.

Hall Cloakroom: low level w.c., radiator, panelled door.


Living Room 9'2" increasing to 11'10" x 17'0" (2.79m increasing to 3.61m x 5.18m): a double aspect room with windows to the front and overlooking the rear garden, two radiators.

Kitchen/Dining Room, comprising two separate areas and requiring complete modernisation:

Kitchen Area 6'10" x 11'0" (2.08m x 3.35m): presently hosting various storage cupboards and sliding drawers, single bowl, single drainer, stainless steel sink unit, gas cooker point, electric cooker point, plumbing and drainage for a washing machine, radiator, wall mounted British Gas 532i combination gas central heating boiler with time control unit and thermostat.

Dining Area 9'8" x 8'0" (2.95m x 2.44m):



Dining Area 9'8" x 8'0" (2.95m x 2.44m)

The First Floor Accommodation:

First Floor Landing: window to the front, deep storage cupboard.

Bedroom One (Rear) 12'9" plus door recess area x 9'1" (3.89m x 2.77m): window overlooking the rear garden with an open outlook towards playing fields beyond, loft hatch access, further storage cupboard, radiator.


Bedroom Two (Rear) 11'9" x 10'5" (3.58m x 3.18m): two windows overlooking the rear garden, radiator, panelled door.


Bedroom Three (Front) 9'1" x 7'6" (2.77m x 2.29m): window to the front aspect, radiator.


Family Bathroom: requiring comprehensive modernisation and presently hosting a white acrylic panelled bath, low level w.c., pedestal wash basin, frosted window to the front aspect, radiator, vinyl floor covering, panelled door.


The Floorplan


Outside:

Front: there is a shallow garden forecourt area with a paved pathway to the entrance door.

Rear: the rear garden is mainly laid to lawn and includes a concrete pathway through to the boundary fence. There is also a brick-built outhouse/store.



The Energy Performance Certificate: A detailed Report of the property's Energy Performance Rating is available for prospective buyers to inspect. This Report indicates the property's energy use per square metre of floor area, its energy efficiency based upon fuel costs, and its environmental impact based on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. "