10 bedroom detached house for sale

An exceptional family home surrounded set within about 6.9 acres of landscaped gardens and mature woodland overlooking Farnham Golf Course. Description Pightle House is a distinguished and substantial country residence, set within wonderful landscaped grounds and surrounded by mature woodland, offering a rare sense of privacy and seclusion while remaining within easy reach of Farnham and The Sands. Approached via a sweeping drive, the house immediately impresses with its classic proportions, attractive elevations and peaceful rural setting, creating an exceptional family home in a truly idyllic environment. Internally, the accommodation extends to well over 5,700 sq ft within the main house and is arranged over three floors, providing generous and versatile living space throughout. A welcoming reception hall sits at the heart of the ground floor, from which a series of elegant reception rooms unfold. These include a formal drawing room with feature fireplace, a comfortable sitting room, a separate dining room ideal for entertaining, and a delightful garden facing conservatory that enjoys views across the beautifully planted grounds and woodland beyond. Throughout the house, there are many retained period features including fireplaces, deep windows, timber detailing and generous room proportions, all combining to create a warm and characterful interior. The kitchen is well-positioned for everyday family living and offers ample space for informal dining, with direct access to the gardens. A separate utility room and pantry provide excellent practical storage, while a study offers an ideal space for home working or quieter retreat away from the main living areas. The lower ground floor adds further flexibility, incorporating extensive cellarage including a wine cellar and additional storage. The bedroom accommodation is equally generous. The upper floors provide a total of ten bedrooms, arranged to suit both family living and guest accommodation. The principal bedrooms enjoy attractive outlooks over the gardens and woodland, while the remaining bedrooms are well-proportioned and served by a combination of bath and shower rooms. The layout allows for privacy between family and guest areas, making the house equally well suited to entertaining or multi generational living. Outside, the grounds are a particular feature of the property. Formal lawns, mature planting, stone retaining walls and established shrubs blend seamlessly into the surrounding woodland, creating a number of attractive seating areas overlooking Farnham Golf Course. The setting offers a strong connection to nature, with uninterrupted views and an abundance of wildlife, while still maintaining a sense of structure and privacy around the house. Within the grounds is a private tennis court, discreetly positioned and providing an excellent recreational facility that further enhances the lifestyle appeal of this exceptional country home. In addition to the main house, there is an exceptional range of outbuildings providing extensive garaging, storage and further potential. These include multiple garages, a large barn, workshop and ancillary outbuildings, offering ideal space for car storage, hobbies, equestrian use or future development, subject to the necessary consents. In total, the outbuildings extend to over 3,200 sq ft, significantly enhancing the versatility and appeal of the property. Location Pightle House is located in a sought-after position within an Area of Outstanding National Beauty on the edge of The Sands; a small village on the southern fringes of Farnham with a church and public house. The Georgian market town of Farnham (3.5 miles) offers an extensive range of shops and eateries including a number of restaurants on the picturesque Castle Street and Lion and Lamb Yard; and a choice of supermarkets including a Waitrose and a M&S Simply Food. The Maltings offers theatre, film and craft fairs and Brightwells Yard has a cinema, restaurants and public gardens. Farnham hosts an array of seasonal events throughout the year. Farnham train station (2.9 miles) provides trains to London Waterloo from 53 minutes, and the A31, A331 and A3 provide swift access to the M25, the national motorway network, and Heathrow, Gatwick and Southampton airports. There are a number of good schools in the area including St Andrew’s CofE Infant School, Potters Gate CofE Primary, Highgate South Farnham Primary, South Farnham School, Weydon School and St. Polycarps. Local golf courses include Hankley, Hindhead and Farnham. Racket sports and gyms are available at The Bourne, Hurlands and David Lloyd Leisure. Stunning countryside including National Trust owned Frensham Great and Little Ponds, the Devil's Punchbowl and Alice Holt Forest is within easy reach and provides excellent opportunities for walking, riding and cycling. Please note, all distances and times are approximate. Square Footage: 5,725 sq ft Acreage: 6.9 Acres