4 bed detached house for sale

Church Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1

An attractive double fronted period home, set in a prime position within the sought after St John’s conservation area, overlooking the Village Green and the striking St John’s Church.

Description
An attractive double fronted period home, Formosa enjoys a prime position within the sought after St John’s conservation area, overlooking the Village Green and the striking St John’s Church.

This elegant family home has been lovingly occupied by the current owners for over 13 years and is approached via a charming garden gate from the Green. A pathway leads through the delightful front garden to an attractive entrance porch, complete with original terracotta tiling and period detailing.

Internally, the house offers beautifully proportioned accommodation with high ceilings, sash windows and an abundance of natural light throughout. The generous entrance hall, featuring wooden flooring, provides access to two well-balanced reception rooms situated to either side. Both rooms benefit from attractive bay windows overlooking the front garden and retain period fireplaces. The principal sitting room is further enhanced by a side window and a working open fireplace, and leads seamlessly into a conservatory with direct access onto the garden terrace.

The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of timber cabinetry and includes a ceramic tiled floor, an Aga (currently not in use), as well as a separate oven and hob. A spacious larder adds to the practicality of the space. A dining area, positioned beneath a wide window overlooking the garden, creates a bright and inviting setting for everyday dining. A door leads to a separate utility area, also with garden access, providing additional functionality. A cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, the first floor comprises four bedrooms, three of which are generous doubles, including a principal bedroom with en suite facilities. The fourth bedroom offers flexibility as a study. Bedrooms to the front benefit from far-reaching views towards St John’s Church and the surrounding Green.

The property further benefits from approved planning permission for a two-storey extension (Reference: 25/00974/hhold), details of which can be found on the Reigate and Banstead planning portal.

Externally, the front garden, set away from the road and facing the Green, provides a peaceful setting and captures the evening sun. The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and features a variety of mature trees and shrubs, including apple and pear trees. A pathway leads to a substantial parking area accessed via Brighton Road, as well as a large detached garage.

The location offers excellent access to local amenities and outdoor pursuits, with the Greensand Way and Redhill Common nearby, and Earlswood railway station with regular direct trains to London only approximately 0.3 miles away.

Formosa is part of a charming community centred around St John’s Church and a highly regarded local pub, making it an ideal setting for family life.

Location
Formosa is an elegant period residence situated on Church Road, a well established and highly regarded address within the St Johns area of Redhill, offering a convenient yet peaceful setting close to both the town centre and surrounding countryside. The property benefits from an attractive balance of accessibility and privacy, making it ideal for both families and commuters.

Redhill town centre is within approximately 0.5 miles and provides a comprehensive range of shopping and everyday amenities, including a selection of supermarkets, independent retailers, cafés, bars and restaurants. The Belfry Shopping Centre and the Light Cinema and Bowling centre cater for a variety of retail and entertainment needs, while nearby Reigate offers a more historic high street environment with an excellent choice of boutique shops, eateries and services. Larger regional shopping centres can be found at Guildford and Bluewater.

The area is particularly well served by a wide selection of well regarded schools in both the state and independent sectors. Notable nearby schools include St Bede’s School, Reigate School, and Carrington school, together with Reigate Grammar School, Dunottar School, and Royal Alexandra and Albert School. There is also a good choice of local preparatory and primary schools, making the location especially appealing to families. St Johns primary school is located locally on Pendleton Road.

Formosa enjoys easy access to a wealth of leisure and recreational facilities. Redhill common and Earlswood Common are both in close proximity to the house. Priory Park in nearby Reigate provides attractive open green space, tennis courts and a café, while Redhill Memorial Park offers additional outdoor amenities. The surrounding Surrey countryside, including the North Downs and areas of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, provides extensive opportunities for walking, cycling and riding. There are also numerous local golf courses, health clubs and sports facilities in the vicinity.

Earlswood and Redhill stations are both conveniently located and offer frequent rail services to London Victoria and London Bridge, making it an excellent location for commuters. The nearby A23 and M25 (Junction 8) provide swift road connections to London, Gatwick Airport and the wider motorway network.

All distances and timings are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,810 sq ft