Dome Hill, Caterham

This handsome four-bedroom detached house occupies a plot of approximately 0.65 acres (0.26 hectares) on one of Caterham’s most sought-after private roads.

Owned by the same family for over 40 years, the property offers scope for refurbishment and extension, subject to the usual consents, making this an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to create a long-term family home to their own taste.

The accommodation extends to approximately 2,000 sq ft including the double garage.

The spacious living room overlooks the rear garden, with two sets of French doors opening onto the terrace, while a separate dining room and study provide additional living space.

The kitchen/breakfast room also overlooks the garden, and there is a ground-floor cloakroom. The utility room is accessed separately from the garden and leads through to the double garage.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom has its own en suite bathroom, with three further bedrooms and a family bathroom with a separate shower.

Outside: The garden is a real feature of the house, with extensive lawns, mature trees and well-stocked borders stretching away from the rear terrace as far as Weald Way.

Established planting creates different areas to explore, with sheltered seating spots and plenty of space for children to play.

The paved terrace runs across the back of the house and is accessed directly from the living room, with room for a dining table and chairs.

At the front, lawns, clipped shrubs and climbing plants frame the house, alongside a gravel driveway providing parking and access to the double garage.

The total plot extends to approximately 0.65 acres (0.26 hectares).

Situation: Dome Hill is one of Caterham’s most highly regarded private roads, known for its individual houses, large gardens and leafy surroundings.

Caterham School is just 0.4 miles away, an easy, level walk at the end of Dome Hill.

A footpath at the end of the road leads into Woodland Way, giving access to the woods and walks to Caterham viewpoint.

The town centre offers Waitrose and Morrisons, independent shops, cafés and restaurants, together with the Church Walk shopping precinct.

Caterham station provides services to London Bridge, with connections at East Croydon for Victoria.

Local leisure facilities include tennis at Queen’s Park and golf at Surrey National, Woldingham and Tandridge.

The A22 and M25 at Junction 6 provide access to the wider motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow. Tenure: Freehold Council Tax band: G Local Authority: Tandridge District Council