High Road, Chipstead, Surrey, CR5 3SD

Originally built circa 1905, Cheval Court is a substantial and highly individual period residence, constructed by Mr Garle, the builder appointed to demolish London’s historic Newgate Prison.

Reclaimed materials from the 12th century prison were incorporated into the house, creating its distinctive Tudor manor house character, further enhanced by random stone and brickwork, antique beams, wood panelling and impressive fireplaces.

The generously proportioned accommodation includes an impressive entrance hall, bespoke farmhouse kitchen with Aga, breakfast room, boot/utility room, study, formal dining room, two substantial reception rooms and cloakroom.

Four bedrooms are arranged over the first and second floors, including an impressive principal suite with sitting area or nursery, dressing room and en suite bathroom, together with a further en suite bedroom and two bedrooms served by a Jack and Jill bathroom.

There is also potential for further extension, subject to planning. Approached via a long gated driveway, the property enjoys exceptional privacy and extensive parking.

Outbuildings include a four car garage with self contained one bedroom flat, large garage with cellar and oak framed covered parking.

Set within approximately five acres, the beautifully landscaped grounds include formal gardens, specimen trees, pond, terraces, lawns this is a rare country estate within the M25, just 17 miles south of London.

Chipstead is an attractive, historic village lying on the top of the North Downs, just south of London and perfectly situated for access to the M25, the M23, Gatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, and Central London.

Chipstead Station and Cousldon South are the nearest railway stations with direct train services to London within 30 minutes.

Chipstead retains a rural charm with its picturesque duck pond, local pubs and selection of period cottages and converted farms.

An active golf course as well as clubs for cricket, football, rugby, bowls, tennis and even a theatre make this a special community.

There is a good choice of state / independent schools locally as well as access to larger towns such as Reigate, Banstead, Epsom or Coulsdon.