RH2 Orchard House, Park Lane, Reigate

On the market for the first time since 1982, Orchard House is a traditional period home tucked away in the sought-after location of Park Lane, moments' walk from Priory Park and adjacent to the Old Reigatians. Reached by a private driveway, it lies within a beautiful natural setting overlooking fields and parkland and yet within easy walking distance of the town and Reigate Station.

The property benefits from well-proportioned rooms, with the principle reception rooms designed with light, space and comfort in mind.

The sitting room with its wide bay window, has an open fire giving comfortable background warmth in the cooler months. The dining room leading off the kitchen is light and airy, with a study beyond which could be used as a playroom.

Through an archway from the large family kitchen, is the open plan galleried breakfast area overlooking the conservatory. A short flight of stairs leads down to the conservatory with its indoor Koi pond. Two further steps take you down to a study area.

The five bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor have views either towards the surrounding countryside or Priory Park.

The modern extension to the rear of the property, built in 2000, comprises an impressive vaulted Reception Hall with an open fire. The Bose surround sound, Glitter Ball and party lights make this the perfect place for entertaining. From here a corner staircase leads to the minstrel's gallery, beyond which there is an under-eaves den or 6th bedroom. From the Reception Hall two pairs of double doors open out onto the balcony which, with its extensive views towards the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers the perfect place for alfresco dining. From here two sets of wide paved steps lead down to the garden.

Below the Reception Hall the large, modern home office has three pairs of fully glazed double doors leading out to the sunken garden and pond. To the rear of the office a sizeable room currently used for storage, would be ideal for a home gym.

The gardens, extending to approximately one acre, feature lawns, planted flowerbeds, mature broadleaf and fruit trees, including splendid oak, copper beech and lime and a magnificent magnolia grandiflora. There are vegetable plots, a pond and terraced areas, all perfect for bringing friends and family together. There is extensive parking, and the modern double garage attached to the property has rear double doors enabling low sided vehicles to access the garden beyond.

Located in a wonderful position enjoying wonderful views across adjacent countryside and yet moments from the station and all of the benefits of the town centre.

Reigate's bustling town centre offers an impressive range of shops and services. A flourishing market town in the best tradition of English rural communities, the picturesque streets have a delightfully modern, cosmopolitan feel. Offering the ultimate in retail therapy, up-market independent boutiques rub shoulders with popular high-street stores, while traditional butchers and well-stocked delicatessens specialise in mouth-watering local produce. Historic inns, cosy tea-shops and traditional pubs stand alongside chic bistros, sophisticated bars and familiar chains. For delicious lunches, The Tea House, Chalk Hills Bakery and Cullenders Parkside get great reviews.

Reigate is a popular destination for commuters. Commuting to London from Reigate station takes around 40 minutes into London Bridge or Victoria. The larger mainline station at Redhill, is about a mile and a half away, which offers direct routes into London Bridge and Victoria in about 32 minutes, along with routes to a variety of other destinations. The M25, Junction 8 is accessed very easily along Wray Lane, with links to London and the wider motorway network. For the frequent air traveller Gatwick Airport is around eight miles distant.

Reigate Priory Park is a centrepiece of the town with many acres of open parkland, a feature lake, impressive playground and The Pavilion Café, along with tennis/basketball courts and a sunken skateboard park. The perfect meeting place for friends and family. There is good walking and riding locally in the surrounding countryside, Reigate Heath and The North Downs Way. For golfers nearby courses include Reigate Hill, Betchworth and Reigate Heath. There is also an array of sports clubs available in the town; Rugby, Football, Lawn Tennis, Cricket and Bowls.

Reigate is particularly well served with state and independent schools for all ages. These include Reigate Parish, Reigate Priory, Reigate St. Mary's Prep School, Micklefield, Reigate Secondary School, Dunottar, Reigate Grammar and Reigate College.

edge of town

good condition

brick building

2x downstairs WCs

2x open fireplaces

modern kitchen

gas Aga

main ensuite bathroom

utility room

games room

off street parking

garage

W facing terrace

very quiet area

panoramic views

fruit trees

vegetable garden

mature trees

<500m to Tennis Court