3 Bed Detached Bungalow House For Sale Hartley Old Road, Purley, CR8

THE PROPERTY A beautifully presented detached bungalow in this sought-after location which has been re-furbished by the current owner.

The property now blends a traditional façade with a stylish contemporary interior beginning with a good-sized hall with wooden flooring, a large storage cupboard and utility room with inset sink. The wooden flooring is continued throughout the rest of the property except the kitchen and bathrooms. The principle bedroom enjoys an outlook over the rear garden and features a built-in double wardrobe and smart ensuite shower room with corner shower enclosure, basin, and W.C. There are two further double bedrooms although one could be used as a study if so required and these are served by a modern bathroom with double ended bath, shower enclosure, basin and W.C. and porcelain tiling. Oak wood effect flooring flows through the kitchen/dining room, which is fitted with a range of sleek white gloss handle less units with solid oak work tops and peninsular style breakfast bar. There are two windows to the front, making the most of the afternoon and evening sun. The lounge is another bright room with wooden flooring, wood burning stove for toasty winter evenings and patio doors overlooking the rear garden.

Outside, the rear garden extends to approximately 100ft and is mainly laid to lawn with a patio area, gravel path and fencing and hedging to the boundaries. The front features a large driveway proving parking for several vehicles, a raised lawn and detached garage.  

LOCATION Education
Purley and the surrounding areas are well known for their very good choice of reputable schools including Cumnor House, St. David's, Margaret Roper Catholic, St. Nicholas, Beaumont and Oakwood. At senior level, there is John Fisher, Riddlesdown Collegiate and Whitgift, Trinity, Old Palace and Croydon High in South Croydon.

Sports & Leisure
There are numerous facilities in the area including Purley Sports Club with its squash, cricket and tennis courts and there are two golf courses in Purley as well as a number of individual tennis and bowls clubs. There are also plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise in the many local restaurants and cafes.

Transport
Purley station provides rail services to London Bridge (from 25 minutes), London Victoria (from 24 minutes) and Gatwick (from 26 minutes) whilst Reedham will get you to London from 32 to 37 minutes. Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding and the M25/M23 intersection at Hooley is approximately 4-5 miles away. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are within about 30 and 60 minutes drive respectively.