Welcomes Road, Kenley, CR8 5HB

An impressive seven-bedroom Edwardian family home, boasting period features, expansive living spaces, and annexe potential, set within private grounds on a desirable road bordering Kenley Common, a 15-minute walk to the station, with a 25-minute direct train service to London. What the sellers say: "What we have loved most about this house is how special it feels every time we come home. Even after living here, driving up the driveway and seeing the house still gives us that same sense of excitement and pride. The character and scale are a huge part of its charm. The high ceilings, generous rooms and grand entrance hall give the house a real sense of elegance, but it has always felt warm and welcoming as a family home. We have also loved how much space there is to grow into. The second loft was a wonderful surprise, with its size, light and views, and we have always imagined how incredible it could be as a games room, cinema room or future master suite. The garden has been one of our favourite places to spend time as a family. There is plenty of room to relax, entertain and enjoy the outdoors, and looking back at the house from the end of the garden in the evening is something we never tire of. We especially love the privacy at the rear. With no neighbouring houses directly overlooking the garden, it feels peaceful and secluded, and in the summer we sometimes see cows grazing in the field beyond. Being so close to Kenley Common has also been a real pleasure, with lovely walks and bridleways nearby. For us, it is the combination of character, space, privacy and the feeling of the house itself that has made it such a special place to live." NB. Sellers are chain-free. Offering the best of both worlds, this bright and spacious Edwardian home features elegant period details, including high ceilings, set on a private road with generous gardens, yet offers easy access to the scenic Kenley Common and Kenley Station for fast train links to London. Spanning an impressive 4870 sq ft over 3 floors, this property provides versatile accommodation, perfect for modern family living and entertaining. This truly is a forever family home. Reception & Entertaining Approached via a private driveway, the house makes an immediate impression, set back from the road amidst established gardens and mature greenery. An open porchway leads into a large, bright reception hall, characterised by high ceilings, feature arches and a picture window. A cloak cupboard provides useful storage. High ceilings and an abundance of natural light throughout enhance the sense of space, whilst the period architecture gives each room its own distinctive character. The generous footprint of the ground floor creates a home that feels both grand and welcoming. The dual-aspect lounge is bright and inviting, featuring a large log burner, stripped pine flooring and sash windows, creating a combination of period character and warmth. Across the hallway, an additional reception room features a bay window and stripped pine flooring, leading through to the impressive open-plan kitchen and dining space. The kitchen is centred around a dual Aga, with a feature log burner and patio doors opening directly onto the garden, creating a natural hub for family life and entertaining.  Annexe Potential Beyond the dining room, a stained-glass door leads to an area offering excellent potential for an annexe-style arrangement, subject to the necessary consents. Currently comprising a reception hall, a large room used as a gym and a generous utility room, the space benefits from stripped pine windows, skylights and a vaulted ceiling. The utility room could potentially be converted to provide a kitchen, with an existing W.C. completing the accommodation. This area offers considerable flexibility and could provide independent accommodation, a home office, gym or additional family space, depending on requirements and the necessary permissions. First and Second Floor  The first floor provides extensive and flexible accommodation, with five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The large master suite has an adjoining area down some steps, ideal for a spacious ensuite and dressing room.  A further staircase to the second floor leads to two additional loft bedrooms and a bathroom, creating a more private space ideally suited to older children, guests or extended family. Significant Loft Potential One of the property’s most intriguing features is the additional and substantial loft space. Generous in scale, filled with natural light and enjoying views across the surrounding landscape, it offers considerable scope for future conversion. The possibilities are extensive, whether creating an impressive principal suite, cinema, games room or additional family accommodation, subject to the relevant permissions. Currently accessed via a loft ladder from the large gallery landing. Private Landscaped Gardens Outside, the gardens provide a wonderfully private setting and an exceptional extension of the living space. Generous lawns and established planting create areas for entertaining, relaxing and family life, whilst the absence of neighbouring properties directly overlooking the rear gives the garden a rare sense of seclusion. From the far end of the garden, the house can be appreciated in its entirety, while views across the surrounding countryside and occasional glimpses of cattle grazing in the fields beyond reinforce the property’s semi-rural character. A single garage provides useful parking and storage. Kenley Common & London Connectivity The setting is particularly appealing, with Kenley Common on the doorstep, offering immediate access to woodland, open countryside, walks and bridleways. Despite its peaceful surroundings, the property is remarkably well connected. Kenley Station is a 15-minute walk away with fast services to London Victoria in 25 minutes and London Bridge in 32 minutes, while London Gatwick Airport is 20 minutes by car. A Rare Combination Welcomes Road offers a rare combination of Edwardian character, impressive scale, connectivity, privacy and versatility, with the space to accommodate a growing family and considerable potential to evolve further. A perfect forever family home!  Kenley Station 0.8 miles | London Victoria 25 minutes | London Bridge 32 minutes | Gatwick Airport 20 minutes | Kenley Common moments away  All distances and journey times are approximate and sourced from Google Maps and should be used as a guide only. Please see the accompanying video for a comprehensive tour of the property. Please quote reference MA0771 when enquiring about this home. Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Band H – London Borough of Croydon Annual Private Road Maintenance Fee: c. £160