12 bedroom detached house for sale

Wardour Lodge represents an exceptional and rarely available opportunity to acquire and reimagine a compact country estate in one of Sunningdale’s most coveted and discreet settings. Held within the same family for over 70 years, this remarkable property combines heritage, scale and extraordinary potential. Set within 8 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and mature woodland, the estate forms a private oasis-peaceful, secluded and yet moments from the centre of the village. Approached via an impressive sweeping gravel driveway, the sense of arrival is immediate, revealing the principal house, The Mews, and the surrounding grounds in a truly enchanting setting. The main house, dating from the 1860s, is a distinguished period residence currently arranged as five individual apartments. Alongside sits The Mews, providing additional secondary accommodation with independent garaging and courtyard gardens-ideal for guests, staff or ancillary living. Together with outbuildings and garaging, there is over 9,700 sqft. Wardour Lodge offers a compelling range of future possibilities. It presents a rare chance to restore and resurrect the main house as a magnificent single private residence, reinstating its original grandeur to create one of the finest homes in the area. Equally, the existing configuration and scale provide clear scope for redevelopment or reconfiguration, subject to the necessary planning consents, allowing a purchaser to unlock additional value. For investors, the property already demonstrates its flexibility, with the current apartment arrangement illustrating the potential for multiple letting units or a multi-dwelling scheme, offering an attractive income-generating opportunity in a highly sought-after location. Situated on Rise Road in the very heart of Sunningdale, the estate is within easy walking distance of the village centre, mainline station (direct to London Waterloo) and an excellent range of local amenities. The area is renowned for its world-class golf courses, including Wentworth and Sunningdale, alongside exceptional schooling, leisure facilities and proximity to Windsor, Ascot and Heathrow. In summary, Wardour Lodge is an extraordinary offering-combining scale, privacy and unrivalled versatility-providing a unique opportunity to create a landmark family home, a sensitive redevelopment, or a high-quality investment in one of Berkshire’s most prestigious enclaves.SituationThe property can be found close to the centre of the village less than half a mile walking distance of Sunningdale station (direct line to Waterloo) and Waitrose supermarket. Fego’s Coffee shop, Lewis Butchers, the newsagent with Post Office, The Sunningdale restaurant and others are even closer and help to make this a super environment and community in which to live. More extensive shopping facilities can be found in the Royal town of Windsor about 8 miles to the North or Camberley about 9 miles to the East. Whilst surrounded by beautiful countryside, Sunningdale residents still benefit from excellent road links with Junction 3 of the M3 being less than 5 miles away and Junction 13 of the M25 about 5.5 miles. Terminal 5 at Heathrow is about 8.5 miles and Knightsbridge about 25 miles. Leisure facilities are very well catered for in the general area. Wentworth, Sunningdale, Swinley Forest, The Berkshire, Foxhills and Queenwood all offer golfing opportunities. The social calendar is equally appealing, with highlights including horse racing at Royal Ascot, polo at Guards Polo Club, and the renowned Henley Royal Regatta. The area also offers several excellent health and tennis clubs, together with two of the country’s most celebrated spa hotels - Coworth Park and Pennyhill Park. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are miles of beautiful countryside walks through Windsor Great Park and across Chobham Common, adding further to the area’s exceptional lifestyle appeal. For many buyers, schooling is also a key consideration, and the area is home to some of the country’s most highly regarded independent schools. These include St George’s in Ascot, St Mary’s School Ascot, Sunningdale School, Papplewick, Hall Grove, Coworth Flexlands and ACS International School in Egham. Property Ref Number: HAM-60877Additional InformationCouncil Tax for Flats 2,3,4 & 5 is Band E Council Tax for Flat 1 is Band F Council Tax for The Mews is Band D EPC’s for each of the individual units are available from the agent.