Detached house for sale in Orpington BR6, 4 Bedroom

This impressive detached 1930's family home is situated in an elevated position in the highly sought after ‘Knoll’ area offering panoramic views over Orpington. More importantly for commuters, the property is less than quarter of a mile or 5 minute walk to the mainline station.

Occupying a large plot, this characterful property has been modernised to a high standard yet retains many of its original features. It benefits from well-proportioned accommodation which includes four double bedrooms and three reception rooms, plus three bathrooms and a stunning kitchen/breakfast room.

You enter the house through an enclosed entrance porch that in turn leads to the hallway. From here, you will find a study/family room off to the right and a large through reception room to the left. This living room features period stained glass windows, a cast iron Victorian fireplace with real flame gas fire and decorative wooden art deco style surroud. Furthermore the room enjoys views from its bay window in a south easterly direction.

From here you can also access the double glazed and heated conservatory which is currently used as a dining room to the rear with a uv filtered glare free pitched roof. An electric ceiling fan and roller blinds ensure this room can be used all year round.

The stunning kitchen/breakfast room benefits from a newly fitted generous range of high quality modern units and worktops with curved corner cupboards and extra wide drawers. Its generous proportions, allow space for a large family dining table making this room the real heart of this home. Equipped with integrated tall larder refrigerator, dishwasher and a ceramic hob/range cooker with double ovens and grill, complemented by a glass and stainless steel extractor hood.

Remote controlled skylight windows let light flood in and doors provide access to the garden, conservatory and utility room which is plumbed for a washing machine and has additional overhead and larder style storage units.

From here, you will also find a ground floor shower room with WC.

The stairs from the entrance hall lead to the first floor landing with a galleried balustrade over the staircase which gives access to the four double bedrooms and a family bathroom with a Jacuzzi bath. Access to a large loft is by a pull down ladder.

The spacious master bedroom includes a dressing area with a selection of fitted double wardrobes, drawers and an en suite, with corner shower and separate bath.

The view from the front bedroom overlooking the crescent and surrounding area is impressive.

Outside, the rear garden is extensive and includes a large expanse of lawn plus two separate paved patio areas. There is a summerhouse which is currently used as a home gymnasium with a large deck to the front. Furthermore, there is an ornamental garden shed plus additional storage and a greenhouse.

There is a detached garage to the side with a remote controlled door and driveway to the front which provides off-street parking for an additional three cars.

Orpington is a thriving suburban town ideally situated for access to the motorway network and railway stations where trains can transport you into London in under 20 minutes.

The town centre, just 0.4 miles away has a comprehensive range of shops and facilities including the Walnuts Shopping and Leisure Centre and Odeon cinema.

There are numerous reputable schools close by including Crofton Juniors (0.4 miles), Newstead Grammar School for Girls (0.75 miles) and St. Olaves Grammar School for Boys (0.7 miles)