The Alders, West Byfleet, KT14

Tucked away in a sought-after and prestigious cul-de-sac and found within walking distance of West Byfleet village centre and recreation park, an attractive and stylish 5 bedroom detached family home with versatile accommodation, approaching 3,000 sq ft. This imposing home with immense curb appeal features easy flowing living space throughout and has recently undergone an extensive programme of improvements such as, tumbled marble flooring with under floor heating to the entrance hall, elegant double sliding Crittall doors leading to the beautifully appointed double aspect sitting room boasting an attractive Herringbone floor. Further eye-catching features include the ornate column radiators and cornice ceilings that set the tone for this tastefully presented home. The remaining ground floor comprises of a spacious family room with French doors to the garden, and an extensively fitted kitchen that opens to the dining room. The utility room with access to both the front and rear gardens also has a second staircase leading to the annexe/studio/bedroom 5 (by closing off the kitchen door this part of the house could easily be self-contained). This space is multi-functional as it also has a dedicated separate bathroom and is currently used as a music studio. To the first floor there is an impressive master bedroom with an ensuite, plus 3 additional generous bedrooms (the guest bedroom also has the advantage of an en-suite) and a modern family bathroom. Outside, the driveway provides access to the double garage as well as the beautiful and secluded rear garden. West Byfleet village centre and mainline station are both within walking distance, the train station offers a fast and frequent service to London, from where trains take about half an hour to reach Waterloo. The M3/M25 and A3 are all nearby. The area in general is served well with an excellent selection of schools both in the private and state sectors, including The Marist Catholic school, Ripley Court, Halstead for girls, St George's Weybridge, Hoe Bridge, Guildford High School, Cranleigh, Charterhouse, St Catherine's and the American School in Cobham. The county town of Guildford lies some 8 miles to the south with its extensive range of shops, cafes, restaurants, theatre, cinema complex, the Spectrum leisure centre and mainline station. The local area provides excellent walking, riding and the RHS at Wisley which is just 5 miles away. There are golf courses at West Byfleet, Pyrford, Woodham, Wisley, St George's Hill, Burhill, Wentworth, Sunningdale and The Berkshire, racing at Sandown Park and Ascot, Polo at the Guards Polo Club, Smiths Lawn, Windsor and the Royal Berkshire Polo Club.