Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4
Receptions
7
Type
houses
About this property
An exceptionally spacious circa 4000 sq ft 6 double bedroom detached characterful home built around 1905 including a 1 bedroom self-contained annexe to the rear, parking & good sized, sunny gardens with extensive views, set in the heart of this sought-after Surrey Hills village.
Ground floor accommodation includes a large reception hall with double doors & steps down to an opulent 500 sq ft sitting room with window seats set into 2 bays, high ceilings & ornate coving, a dining room/family room with bay window & period fireplace, a spacious kitchen/breakfast room with an extensive range of low level units incorporating an integrated oven, electric hob & dishwasher & a 4-oven Aga, with ample space for table & chairs. There is also a study, conservatory, entrance lobby with wc, a utility room, & further lobby with door to integral garage & a larder & wine cellar that maintains a cool temperature throughout the year.
Upstairs offers a stunning galleried landing with library area, a large principal bedroom with double doors to a balcony, a well fitted ensuite bathroom & dressing room (both with velux windows) & a 2nd bedroom with ensuite shower room. There are 3 further double bedrooms & a family bathroom.
To the rear of the property a door provides access to the annexe kitchen which has been used as an art studio. A staircase leads up to the 1st floor which comprises a large coombe ceilinged bedroom (currently set up as an office) with 2 velux windows & double doors opening on to a balcony, a mezzanine sitting area, generous luggage cupboard & bathroom.
To the front of the property, double gates provide access to the driveway. This continues along the side to the garage & towards a rear path leading to the external entrance to the annexe. A further driveway to the right of that leads to Forest Cottage (to the rear left of The Old Bakery). The owners of that property have a right of access across the driveway to their gate & share costs to maintain occasionally as necessary. The main area of garden is beyond that driveway, with steps leading to a level area laid to lawn with mature shrubs, providing a lovely (year round) sunny garden enjoying views over the village & across to Leith Hill. There is gated access directly onto the Hurtwood at the top of the garden, where you have the right to roam (perfect for dog walking, hiking & mountain biking). This impressive, particularly light & spacious property was originally a grocery shop with separate bakery & has been well maintained by the current owners over the past 30 years. There is scope to convert the garage (stpp) to create a 2 bed annexe if required. Must be seen to fully appreciate the size & features of this home !