Detached house for sale in Wyvern Road, Purley CR8

A charming, detached family home with outstanding views and an impressive, southerly aspect rear garden situated in favoured no through road in Purley, situated close to town and stations.

The property A charming, detached family home with outstanding views and an impressive, southerly aspect rear garden situated in favoured no through road in Purley, situated close to town and stations.

Requiring modernisation throughout, this superb home provides brilliant accommodation for a family. Beginning with a large reception hall, the downstairs comprises two impressive reception rooms, the rear with access to the garden. The kitchen is fitted with base and wall mounted cupboards, a Hotpoint double oven and a gas hob. A cloakroom with W/C and basin, and handy storage cupboard complete the ground floor. Upstairs, a large stained glass window allows heaps of light to flood the landing. The principal bedroom benefits from a lovely large window with views out to the garden. There are a further two generous double rooms and one single bedroom. These are served by a bathroom complete with bathtub and basin, and a separate W/C.

Outside, the expansive rear garden extends to approximately 164' and is mainly laid to lawn with a portion of paved patio. Mature trees to the borders provide a good degree of privacy. There is driveway parking to the front and an attached single garage.

The location Education
Purley and the surrounding areas are well known for their very good choice of reputable schools including Cumnor House, St. David's, Margaret Roper Catholic, St. Nicholas, Beaumont and Oakwood. At senior level, there is John Fisher, Riddlesdown Collegiate and Whitgift, Trinity, Old Palace and Croydon High in South Croydon.

Sports & Leisure
There are numerous facilities in the area including Purley Sports Club with its squash, cricket and tennis courts and there are two golf courses in Purley as well as a number of individual tennis and bowls clubs. There are also plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise in the many local restaurants and cafes.

Transport
Purley station is less than 1 mile away and provides rail services to London Bridge (from 25 minutes), London Victoria (from 24 minutes) and Gatwick (from 26 minutes). Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding areas and the M25/M23 intersection at Hooley is approximately 4-5 miles away. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are within about 30- and 60-minutes' drive respectively.