Furze Hill, Purley, CR8 3LA

Designed and constructed to the exacting instructions of the present owner, a substantial, individual detached house of quality situated in a prime position within the exclusive Webb Estate. Completed in 2019, the brief was to create a contemporary home, finished to a high standard that was laid out to create family and entertaining areas as well as for working from home if required. Skilful use of the graduated plot, has enabled the substantial accommodation to be arranged over four floors, serviced by a marble staircase along with a very stylish glass passenger lift. 7,407 square feet of living space together with 660 square feet of garaging, includes the use of features and design concepts specifically to compliment the bright and airy architecture. Distinctive external elevations are of mellow brick with a stone bressummer under a pitched clay tiled roof with a ‘cat slide’ detail whilst the large, triple -glazed windows are encased within hardwood frames. Throughout the property, ceilings are tall with those in the principal reception areas coffered, floors are polished marble tiles on the living levels and Karndean/Amtico wood effect on the bedroom floors. There is air conditioning and under floor heating throughout and a home automative system that includes an integrated sound system. The raised ground floor is essentially laid out for more formal entertaining with a triple aspect drawing room where there is a fireplace with carved stone surround and gas fitting, together with a sitting room, study, spa, gym and sauna. At garden level, the principal family living area has Crittall style glazed dividing walls and is arranged to provide a fabulous kitchen/breakfast room, comprehensively fitted with contemporary style cabinetry, a large central island and integrated appliances, a walk-in larder and wine store. Floor to ceiling doors open through to the dining room and also to the family room, both have bi-folding doors to the covered veranda and the terracing. Elsewhere is the massage/treatment room along with two cloakrooms. There are six bedroom suites laid out over the top two levels, all luxuriously appointed with en-suite bath or shower rooms and either fitted dressing areas or wardrobes. One suite on the second floor has the additional feature of a fully fitted kitchen making it ideal for staff or a dependent relative.

Outside

Particular attention has been attributed to the landscaping of the gardens. Extending to in total just over half an acre, the delightful planting scheme has been designed to ensure year-round interest with vibrant herbaceous borders, mature trees and specimen shrubs, well-tended, level lawned area, winding brick paths and a water feature. There is ample terracing from which to enjoy the gardens, including a glazed covered veranda with outdoor kitchen and dining area. Approached via a pair of tall, electric, wrought iron gates, the wide, brick paviour drive sweeps up to the front of the house, providing spacious parking for a number of vehicles. The garaging sits to one side and included stores rooms along with a gardener’s WC.

Situation

West of Purley town centre, the Webb Estate is formed of two hundred and sixty acres of former farmland and is now a Conservation Area. This private and prestigious estate has retained its tranquil atmosphere for over a century and is named after William Webb, who bought the land in 1888. Webb’s ethos was one based on the simple idea of 'co-operation between the architect and the gardener' and so imaginative planting schemes ensure each road within the estate has its own continuous border of flowers, shrubs or trees and are all uniquely picturesque. Purley and the surrounding areas are well known for their excellent choice of schools including Cumnor House, St. David's, Margaret Roper Catholic, St. Nicholas, Wallington Girls and Wilson's. Private schools include Whitgift, Trinity and Caterham. The local area has a superb choice of leisure activities including golf at Purley Downs, Croham Hurst and The Addington Gold Clubs. Purley station provides rail services to London Bridge, London Victoria and Gatwick with Riddlesdown and Reedham stations also having services to London Bridge and Victoria. The M25/M23 intersection at Hooley provides motorway access to Gatwick and Heathrow Airport as well as the south coast. Property Ref Number: HAM-59918

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold Services: All mains services. Agent’s Note: Private estate charges approximately £1,012 (2025) per annum. Local Authority: Croydon Borough Council. Council Tax Band H