5 bed detached house for sale

Croham Valley Road, South Croydon CR2

Croham Valley Road is a charming 1930s double-fronted, five-bedroom detached family home, offering generous proportions and enormous potential. Arranged over three floors and retaining much of its original character, this substantial property now presents an exciting opportunity for modernisation and improvement, allowing an incoming buyer to create a truly special long-term family home.
Offered to the market with no onward chain, the house provides immediate scope for those looking to secure a foothold in one of South Croydon’s most desirable residential roads.
A large enclosed porch opens into a welcoming entrance hall, setting the tone for the space and proportions found throughout. The ground floor accommodation comprises a downstairs WC, a galley-style kitchen with fitted units, and two impressive reception spaces. The principal living room is particularly noteworthy a dual-aspect room running from front to back with a characterful inglenook fireplace. In addition, there is a spacious separate dining room.
To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, including two large doubles, one smaller double bedroom and a single fourth bedroom, offering flexibility for growing families. These are served by a family bathroom and a separate WC, a practical feature typical of homes from this era.
The top floor provides a fifth bedroom or an ideal home office space, enjoying elevated views over the rear garden.

With its classic 1930s façade, balanced layout and scope to extend or reconfigure (subject to the necessary permissions), this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period home in a prime location and tailor it entirely to your own specification.

Outside

The property enjoys a large and private rear garden, beautifully screened by mature shrubbery and established planting, creating a peaceful and secluded outdoor retreat. Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden offers excellent space for children to play, keen gardeners to enhance further, or for those who enjoy outdoor entertaining during the warmer months. The depth and privacy of the plot provide a real sense of tranquillity, rarely found so close to local amenities.

To the front, the house is attractively set back from the road, enhancing both privacy and kerb appeal. A generous driveway provides ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a detached garage, offering additional parking, secure storage, or potential for workshop space. This combination of frontage and parking is a significant advantage for family living and adds to the overall practicality of the home.

Situation

Croham Valley Road is superbly positioned in the heart of South Croydon, offering exceptional convenience for both commuters and families alike. South Croydon Railway Station is within comfortable walking distance, providing regular services into London Bridge and London Victoria, making it an ideal choice for those travelling into Central London. In addition, Tramlink services and an extensive local bus network offer easy connectivity across Croydon and the surrounding areas.

The property is also perfectly situated for access to a number of highly regarded independent and state schools, including Royal Russell School, Whitgift School and Croydon High School, making it particularly appealing to families seeking strong educational options.
For those who enjoy outdoor space and leisure pursuits, the beautiful green open spaces of Croham Hurst Wood are close by, offering scenic woodland walks and far-reaching views. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Croham Hurst Golf Club, while Lloyd Park provides additional recreational facilities, parkland and sporting amenities.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-63355