House For Sale £450,000
Durkins Road, East Grinstead RH19

We love this extended, character home ideally located on a quiet, cul-de-sac within easy walking distance of the town centre, local schools and the mainline railway station. This spacious property will appeal to buyers searching for a house with flexible living accommodation with the benefit of a good sized, westerly facing garden. A bay fronted, double aspect sitting/dining room with a feature fireplace provides a great space to entertain friends and family. The modern kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base level units, plenty of work surface preparation areas, space for appliances and a large window to the side allowing plenty of light. A family room sits at the rear with doors leading to the garden. The ground floor is completed by a utility/cloakroom which has space for additional appliances and a wc.

On the first floor, there are three bedrooms and the family bathroom which has been converted into a fully tiled wet room. The master bedroom is located on the top floor and benefits from a a range of fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room.

Outside, to the front there is driveway parking. The westerly facing rear garden comprises patio seating area giving over to lawn with a fully insulated outbuilding at the back which currently houses a swimming pool.

Location East Grinstead has been recently rated in the top 10 most desirable market towns to live. Needless to say there is plenty on offer to local residents. The picturesque High Street boasts a number of historic buildings which provide the town with a wealth of character. There are a host of chain and local independent shops, wine bars, coffee shops and pubs. The recently opened London Road Bar and Grill has become an instant hit and the tapas restaurant, La Farola, is always a popular meeting point.

The station is within walking distance. The town is located at the end of the line so you will never fail to secure a seat. There are regular services into London Bridge and Victoria plus a new peak hour Thmeslink service to Bedford. The M23 can be accessed at Copthorne and the M25 at Godstone, both are within a short drive. This means that Gatwick Airport, London and Brighton are all really accessible by car.

There are a number of popular primary and secondary schools and the town also enjoys a variety of excellent entertainment at the Chequer Mead Theatre and Arts Centre. There is a leisure centre and playing fields in the centre of the town which is complimented by Chartham Park which is great for golf and gym enthusiasts.

For those seeking outdoor activities, the town is surrounded by lovely countryside with the glorious Ashdown Forest and Weirwood Reservoir for sailing enthusiasts. The Bluebell Railway connects through from East Grinstead station with services running to Horsted Keynes and Sheffield Park.