Elmstead Lane, Chislehurst

GUIDE PRICE £1.25M - £1.3M. Enjoying a highly sought after residential location in the heart of Chislehurst, this stunning home has been significantly extended and improved by the current owners, increasing the overall square footage to close to 2,500sqft of expansive and versatile living space.  arranged over three levels floors, with additional potential to further extend or develop as desired, the property provides fantastic accommodation, meticulously designed and entirely refurbished to maximise light and space, and finished with beautiful precision and attention to detail.

Features include a spacious double reception/music room, large well equipped kitchen/diner and separate utility, four luxury bath/shower rooms (two en-suite), quality floor coverings including ‘Amtico’ and engineered wood, gas central heating, double glazing, Cat 5 Ethernet network connecting all reception and bedrooms, and ample bespoke inbuilt storage.  Additionally, there is ‘live’ Planning Permission in place to develop the front of the property, including permission to remove two trees under TPO and further develop the carriage drive, create a double garage (with storage/home office potential within roof space), and expansion of the front terrace and access to house.

Accommodation comprises; a central entrance hall with custom-made solid American white oak staircase with glass balustrades/risers and full height glass fronted dormer rising from the lower ground to the top floors.  Two versatile bedrooms – one en-suite, ideal for multi-generational living, complete the lower level living space. 

The staircase leads to the upper ground level, into a wonderful triple aspect double reception room, currently laid out as a living room and library/music room, ample space for relaxing and entertaining, and double doors spilling out onto the patio and garden beyond.  

To other side of the hallway, an impressive kitchen/diner, with bonus utility room, comprises a high quality range of ‘Nobilia’ wall and base units, with sile-stone work surfaces incorporating inset double Belfast ceramic sink unit, ‘Fischer & Paykel’ gas hob with downdraft extractor, ‘NEFF’ double oven and further space for appliances. The kitchen area also features under-window seating, inbuilt shelving and extensive storage space. Also on this floor is a modern family cloakroom/bathroom. 

To the first floor, there are three bedrooms with lovely views.  The principal bedroom, with Juliet style balcony, en-suite with dual basins, bath and walk-in shower unit, and additional dressing area, creates a luxurious haven, whilst two further bedrooms enjoy access to a modern shower room. 

 Externally, the garden is west facing, affords complete privacy and, unusually for the street, is largely level. A purpose-built outdoor dining/BBQ area and a separate raised seating/pergola area offer multiple spaces for al fresco entertaining, whilst the majority of the garden is laid to lawn, with mature shrubs and planting, a shaded pond, two sheds and a large workshop.  

The property is conveniently located just a five minute walk from Elmstead Woods station (Zone 4), with direct trains (20-25mins) to London Bridge, City (Cannon Street) and West End (Charing Cross); 30min to Canary Wharf.  Regular bus routes also offer good connections to the surrounding area, with the A20/M20/M25/M2 nearby providing excellent vehicular access .  

Chislehurst High Street is a 15/20 minute walk away for a variety of fashionable shops, bars and restaurants, with Sidcup and New Eltham also within easy reach for a wider selection of shops and amenities. Bus stops can be found on Elmstead Lane itself providing links to Bromley, Sidcup and New Eltham. Both Bullers Wood schools are within easy reach and complemented by a range of well-regarded local options, including Redhill, Babington House, Breaside, and Eltham College. The area also benefits from beautiful open spaces, including extensive National Trust woodlands.

Early viewing is highly recommended.