Link-detached house for sale in Wellmeadow Road, Catford SE6

A rare and elegant triple fronted Corbett Villa that has been in the same family for over 30 years. Positioned on the much sought after Corbett Estate of Hither Green and Catford.

To the front of this grand Edwardian house is a planted garden comprising of mature shrubs and plants alongside a generous drive, parking on the road is unrestricted. An impressive entrance leads to a spacious and light hall.

The living room is impressive at over 26 ft and features a large bay window which allows light to flood the space. The ceiling is high and decorated with spectacular original cornicing, there is a decorative working fireplace and original pine flooring.

At over 26 ft the breakfast room is similarly spacious. The kitchen includes ample cabinetry and is open plan to a dining area featuring a woodburning stove. The room is centrally positioned within the home making it an ideal family room and perfect for entertaining. Downstairs there is a toilet and further below a cellar which is roomy and ideal for storage.

The triple fronted layout is ideal for family living allowing for communality with its lateral design.
Parallel to the living space is an annexe comprising of a living room and utility/kitchen, the space offers flexibility of use.

The walled garden is populated with fruit trees, mature shrubs and wildflowers; it is an outstanding sanctuary of nature and wildlife. There is a large hardstanding patio adjacent to the house which is perfect for outdoor entertaining and an expansive lawn which is perfect for family life. Beyond the main part of the garden through a Clematis arch is a semi-wild garden with a vegetable patch.

Upstairs there are six sizeable bedrooms. The main bedroom is vast at over 19 ft and features an ensuite bathroom, the room is beautifully light, thanks to a large bay and a further sash window. In addition to the full ensuite there is a family bathroom plus an ensuite shower room.

Wellmeadow Road is located on the Corbett estate, the nearest station is Hither Green, which is around a fifteen-minute walk. Local buses run from the end of the street to Blackheath and Catford. The neighbourhood has become a hotspot, particularly popular with families and creatives, due to the beautiful Victorian and Edwardian homes, superb choice of local primary schools, the spirit of the community and fantastic choice of independent local businesses.

Hither Green is popular largely due to the thriving community, popular schools, easy transport links and growing choice of independent shops. There are so many brilliant small businesses to mention but some of our favourites include Arlo & Mo, Three Sisters, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers, Park Fever, Good Hope, Drink at Bob’s – we could go on.

The nearby town of Catford has seen a strong level of growth over recent years becoming a hot location for home buyers and investment. There are a number of sought after neighbourhoods in the area largely due to the quality period housing stock, transport connections and thriving community. Significant regeneration plans for the area are anticipated with the ambition of making Catford one of the most vibrant and green town centres in London.

There is a strong choice of local independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, some of our favourites include Good Food, The Bottle Bar & Shop and La Pizzeria Italiana, and the cinema at Catford Mews.

The two stations Catford and Catford Bridge allow easy connections including the Thameslink to the major London stations of Charing Cross, London Bridge, Victoria and Blackfriars with the Overground being accessible from Peckham Rye within a couple of stops.

Within approximately 0.5 miles of Wellmeadow Road is a super choice of local nursery and primary schools including Sandhurst, Torridon and Holy Cross. The sought after independent schools St Dunstan’s College and Colfe’s are also within the local vicinity.

There is a great choice of green spaces and parks locally for weekend strolls to tire out the kids and walk the dog, Mountsfield Park and Forster Memorial Park are within an easy 10 minutes of the house, and there is a green walk through to Beckenham Place Park.

These South East London pockets are also home to a choice of green spaces, conservation areas and local arts and community festivals.
Slightly further afield Blackheath, Beckenham, Brockley and Greenwich are also a weekend’s walking distance.

Council tax band: F
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