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HouseSimple is pleased to present this property in Epsom.

A former railwayman's cottage which has been tastefully extended and converted to provide comfortable four bedroom accommodation with a large, productive garden. Situated within the catchment area for well regarded primary, secondary and grammar schools, this property is also perfectly situated for direct train links into London from Epsom Downs station which is only two minutes' walk from the front door. Local shops and post office are five minutes' walk away, with more extensive shopping/amenities conveniently close in both Epsom, Banstead and Sutton: this property is also within easy walking of the Downs, and only a few hundred yards from the golf course.

The property benefits from double-glazing throughout; hot water and central heating provided by a modern Worcester combi-boiler; and a generous number of power sockets throughout the house.

The accommodation comprises the following: 

Hallway - well lit, with coat hanging space and understair storage, oak floor; radiator; BT phone socket.

Downstairs cloakroom - low level WC with handbasin; tiled floor; extractor fan; radiator; access to stop cock.

Reception #1 - 10' 7" x 9' 11" (3.22 x 3.02m.) - pleasantly bright bay fronted room; built-in cupboards and bookcases either side of chimney breast; fitted carpet; TV point; Virgin phone socket; fibre-optic broadband connection; radiator; bespoke wooden blind; currently used as teenager den, but has been used variously as a guest bedroom, dining room, games room, etc.

Reception #2 - 12' 10" x 10' 8" (3.92 x 3.26m.) - very cosy living area with log burner (stainless steel lined chimney); built-in cupboards and bookcases either side of chimney breast; oak flooring; TV point; radiator; leading to

Kitchen-Diner - 18' 5" x 10' 10" (5.61 x 3.30m.) - light and airy space, with access through French windows onto patio area and overlooking garden; Velux rooflights with sun blinds; dining area has oak floor, kitchen area tiled; dual fuel Falcon range cooker, and overhead extractor; integrated dishwasher; fitted range of base and wall units; bespoke wooden blind; radiators; leading to

Utility/Boot room - 10' 8" x 6' 0" (3.26 x 1.84m.) - Belfast sink with storage below; wooden worktop and counter; fitted wall units; plumbing for washing machine; coat hanging space; Worcester combi-boiler; storage cupboard; tiled floor; external door leading to side alley; radiator.

From hallway, carpeted stairs with picture window up to carpeted landing, opening onto:

Bedroom #1 - 13' 0" x 11' 5" (3.95 x 3.49m.) - double room, built-in wardrobe, built in shelves either side of chimney breast; overlooking garden; fitted carpet; radiator.

Bedroom #2 - 10' 3" x 10' 0" (3.13 x 3.06m.) - double room, built-in wardrobe, built-in shelves; window to front; fitted carpet; radiator.

Bedroom #3 - 11' 0" x 6' 0" (3.34 x 1.83m.) - single room; below stairs storage; overhead fitted cupboards; overlooking garden; radiator.

Bathroom #1 - bath with shower and screen; tall storage cupboard; washbasin; low level WC; tiled walls and floor; extractor fan; radiator.

Carpeted stairs with Velux rooflight above leading to:

Bedroom #4 - 11' 1" x 9' 9" (3.37 x 2.98m.) - very light, attractive double bedroom; built-in cupboard; under-eaves storage; twin Velux rooflights with sun blinds; large window overlooking garden and fields beyond; fitted carpet; radiator; TV socket; with

en suite Bathroom #2 - shower cubicle; hand basin; low level WC; wall cabinet; tiled walls and floor; window to garden; extractor fan; radiator.

Outside, beyond the generous patio with external power, water and lighting, the property boasts a 200'-plus garden which is open to any number of uses and which enjoys abundant and diverse bird life. The current owners have partitioned it into three, but it might easily be adapted to alternative use, as previously, to suit a young family.

Part #1: chicken area containaing timber log store; timber feed store; apple tree with well established honeysuckle; productive hazel bush which is pollarded for kindling; asparagus bed; other raised bed; 8' x 4' timber shed in sound condition, equipped with twin sockets and currently used for freezer and tumble dryer as well as general storage.

Part #2: relaxation area containing pergola with vines; productive apple tree; wildlife area with pond and wildlife 'hotel' attracting newts, frogs, toads, dragon flies, damsel flies, solitary bees, etc. Planted with many spring bulbs and a rose bed this is a delightful sitting area whenever the weather allows, and makes an excellent barbeque venue: also in this area are a 7' 6" x 14' 6" greenhouse equipped with twin power sockets, automated vents, shelving and staging, and a brick-built cold frame.

Part #3: growing area containing approximately 80' x 20' (25 x 6m.) of fruit and vegetable garden, and a 10' x 6' tool shed in sound condition. Permanent planting includes raspberries, jostaberries and red/white currants, blackthorn (sloe), rhubarb, horseradish, comfrey and lovage. The soil has been much improved over the years and this is a most productive area.