Victoria Court Royal Court, Redhill, , RH1 6TE. Description A magnificent split level penthouse apartment situated in arguably one of Victoria Court, Royal Earlswood Park the most stunning listed buildings in the area, built circa 1853 and converted into apartments in 2000. An impressive and unique luxury penthouse apartment The builder was John Jay of London Wall, whose varied work included substantial railway construction contracts, rebuilding the Houses of Parliament after the 1833 fire, and smaller architect-designed projects such 3 bedrooms, 1 ensuite bathroom, 1 ensuite shower room, a separate cloakroom with WC, as the Abney Park Chapel and Trinity Independent Chapel. The building was entirely financed by public subscription and Queen Victoria subscribed reception hall, second floor hallway, drawing room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, study or third 250 guineas in the name of Edward Prince of Wales, who became a life member. Prince Albert took a special interest from the beginning. He laid the bedroom, 2 allocated parking spaces, 24 acres of communal parkland grounds and onsite facilities foundation stone in June 1853 and opened the building. including swimming pool, gymnasium, library and concierge service. The main central building of which the apartment is located is accessed through a pillared entrance with stone steps, leading to a grand reception area which leads to the gymnasium and swimming pool. - There is also access to a communal library which overlooks the Great Hall with its Victorian Hammer beamed ceiling where the communal swimming pool and gymnasium can be found along with the beautifully restored Victorian pipe organ. Being the Penthouse the apartment is positioned at the top of the building and offers triple aspect views across the estate, South East down the avenue of listed Redwood trees and onward to the South Downs, South West over the parkland and North West with views of the church of St John the Evangelist. flooring. The ensuite bathroom has marble tops and LED lights over the sink There is a reception hall on the first floor with a monitored fire and intruder and a chrome ladder radiator. There is also a separate cloakroom with WC alarm, cellar wine racks and a staircase rising to the second floor hallway. which is far from the standard guest cloakroom with its luxurious décor. Double doors give access to a wonder drawing room with marble fireplace, Situation gilded grand ceiling rose, bespoke carpet and views over the communal On the edge of the North Downs it provides a prime location for the London grounds. The dual aspect kitchen dining room has built in appliances visitor offering peace and serenity yet with quick and easy access to the capital including Neff fridge and freezer, Smeg microwave, oven and plate warmer (a direct line into Victoria from Redhill takes just 25 minutes). Earlswood all new within the past two years. In addition the utility room has been fitted Station is within a 10 minute walk (direct to London Bridge and London in the last year with a new sink, drainer and Howdens taps, wood flooring Victoria). Buses to Redhill and run through the park and Gatwick and ample shelving storage over three levels. Across from the kitchen there is airport is only 5 miles distant. The town centre at Reigate offers a diverse a study or third bedroom that is fitted with built in bookcases and cupboards, selection of boutiques, coffee shops and restaurants, whilst more extensive Gothic cornice and ceiling roses offering versatile accommodation. shops can be found in the local town centre of Redhill. There are a number of good schools, both state and independent, for all ages. To name a couple, the There are two further double bedrooms. The master bedroom suite which has sought after senior state school, St Bede’s in Redhill, been elegantly finished with gilded cornice and ceiling rose along with gilded and the highly regarded preparatory school The Hawthorns is located just arch and neoclassical mouldings benefits from a dressing room with full length outside Redhill in Bletchingley. mirrored wardrobes with mobile ladder on rail by Neville Johnson and wooden Directions From Reigate High Street head West on Church Street following the road round to the Right at the traffic lights to continue on the A25. Continue on this road passing on your Right and Reigate Grammar on your Left. As you approach Reigate County Court take the road on your Right which is sign posted Hatchlands Road. Take the next Left turn on to Whitepost Hill and continue on this road which leads onto Mill Street. At the end of the Road turn Right onto Brighton Road. Continue on this road until you reach the traffic lights where you will turn left into Three Arch Road signposted to . At the next roundabout turn left into Royal Earlswood Park and proceed towards the main building.

Tenure: Leasehold – 107 years Local Autority: Reigate and Borough Council Tax Band: F Postal Address:

Approximate Gross Internal Area = 148 sq m / 1593 sq ft

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IN Bedroom 4.06 x 3.35 Up 13'4 x 11'0

First Floor

Bedroom 3.84 x 3.73 Kitchen / Dining Room 12'7 x 12'3 5.28 x 4.29 Utility 17'4 x 14'1 2.90 x 1.50 9'6 x 4'11

Dressing Room Drawing Room Up 4.88 x 4.85 T 16'0 x 15'11 Dn

3rd Bedroom / Study 4.14 x 1.93 13'7 x 6'4 Second Floor

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For clarification, we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and rounded: they are taken between internal wall surfaces and therefore include cupboards/shelves, etc. Accordingly, they should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. Formal notice is also given that all fixtures and fittings, carpeting, curtains/blinds and kitchen equipment, whether fitted or not, are deemed removable by the vendor unless specifically itemised within these particulars.