Caterham · CR3
Essendene Road
Spacious five bedroom detached home in Caterham on the Hill. Period charm, modern comfort, large garden, gated drive, no chain, flexible layout, close to schools and transport.
The home, in the agent’s words
- No onward chain
- A charming, period, detached family residence conveniently situated within moments of the amenities of Caterham on the Hill and an array of superb local schooling
- Accomodation of apporoximately 2250 sq ft, presented over three floors
- Deep, gated frontage with a sweeping gravel driveway, offering plentiful off-street parking, framed by lawn and mature borders, providing an air of seclusion
- Bright and airy throughout with living space comprising a triple aspect lounge, front aspect dining room and substantial kitchen serving as the hub of the home, with adjacent utility room
- Three bedrooms to the first floor, complemented by a family bathroom and standalone WC, with an impressive master suite complete with en-suite
- Two further bedrooms on the second floor
- Stunning and generous rear garden, mainly laid to manicured lawn, with various areas for seating and two outhouses which can be utilised in a variety of ways
Read the full agent description
This charming five bedroom detached family home offers a rare blend of period character and modern comfort, all set within a peaceful pocket of Caterham on the Hill.
With no onward chain, the property welcomes you with a deep, gated frontage and a sweeping gravel driveway framed by mature borders and lush lawn, creating a sense of privacy from the moment you arrive.
Inside, the accommodation stretches across approximately 2,250 sq ft and three floors, offering a wonderfully flexible layout for growing families or those who love to entertain. The ground floor is bathed in natural light, featuring a double aspect lounge where a contemporary solid fuel burning stove takes centre stage, perfect for cosy evenings.
A front aspect dining room provides a lovely setting for gatherings, while the substantial kitchen, complete with a central island, forms the heart of the home, with an adjacent utility room for added convenience.
Upstairs, three generous bedrooms share a family bathroom and standalone WC, while the impressive master suite boasts a stylish en-suite. Two further bedrooms on the top floor offer ample space for guests, teenagers or a dedicated home office, all enhanced by elegant period styling throughout.
Step outside to discover a stunning rear garden, beautifully maintained and mainly laid to manicured lawn, ideal for children to play or for hosting summer get-togethers. Thoughtfully landscaped, the garden is dotted with various seating areas to enjoy the sun or unwind in the shade, and two versatile outhouses provide endless possibilities - perhaps a home gym, studio, or extra storage.
The generous plot ensures a sense of seclusion and tranquillity, while the deep frontage offers plentiful off-street parking for multiple vehicles. This home’s location is a true highlight, with the amenities of Caterham on the Hill just moments away, as well as a choice of superb local schools and convenient transport links for commuters. Whether you’re seeking space to grow, room to entertain, or simply a welcoming place to call home, this delightful residence delivers on every front.
As part of our provision, we may offer ancillary services to assist with your transaction. With your consent we will refer your details to a select group of providers. There is no obligation to provide your consent, or to uptake any of these services, but where you do, you should be aware of the following referral fee information:
Cook Taylor Woodhouse Solicitors – £250
Taylor Rose Solicitors – £250
Hawke Financial Services – 30%
Arnold & Baldwin Surveyors – 10%
Huxley – 10%
Atrium Surveyors - £25
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0.6 milesto Caterham Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 7.4 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 9.8 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
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