5 bedroom detached houseVicarage Road, Old Town, Croydon, CR0 4JS

Characterful and spacious five/six bedroom double fronted detached period style property with large basement annexe with own entrance, off street parking and pretty rear garden with pond and small waterfall, enviably situated in a sought after Old Town location close to transport links and amenities. The property has been superbly maintained and appointed to maximise living space and potential, whilst retaining a wealth of period appeal and elegance throughout. Features include three separate ground floor reception rooms, well equipped kitchen, two family bathrooms plus guest WC, annexe with further contemporary style kitchen and living space as well as modern bathroom, gas central heating, double glazing, quality floor coverings and ample inbuilt storage including loft space accessed via convenient drop-down hatch ladder, and significant secure storage to either side of the property. Accommodation comprises a central entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor, leading into two front aspect reception rooms, each with attractive bay windows to front and versatile living space. A further double length reception room enjoys direct access out onto the mature private garden. The separate kitchen comprises a range of matching wall and base units with work surfaces incorporating inset sink unit, gas hob with overhead extractor, electric oven, and further space for appliances. A bonus sixth bedroom/study completes the ground floor accommodation. To the first floor, there are five well proportioned bedrooms, plus an elegant family bathroom with free-standing bath suite and separate shower, plus an adjacent guest WC. To the lower level, the basement annexe offers a versatile self-contained living space with fully fitted contemporary style kitchen/reception room, as well as bedroom area and modern bathroom. Usefully, this area has own entrance to the rear, and is also accessible via the ground floor hallway. Viewings are highly recommended.