5 bedroom detached house for sale

Set within an idyllic and highly sought-after location, surrounded by woodland and open green space but in the heart of Thames Ditton, this truly unique detached family house offers a rare combination of privacy, character and contemporary living. The setting itself is a standout feature, beautifully secluded, overlooking Weston Green, with a tranquil stream and pond enhancing the sense of peace and natural beauty. Accessed via a long gravel driveway, the property is discreetly positioned behind electric gates and provides ample off-street parking for several cars. Dating from the 1790s, the property retains a wealth of original features, including high ceilings and feature fireplaces, while seamlessly blending period character with contemporary design and modern comforts. A spacious and welcoming entrance hall with original panelling and character fireplace sets the tone for the home, leading through to an elegant beamed formal sitting room and an open period fireplace. There are French doors opening onto the garden. Opposite, a generously proportioned home office with WC provides an ideal work-from-home space, centred around a feature gas-fired stove adding warmth and character. At the heart of the home lies a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, seamlessly extending into a newly installed, bespoke architect designed orangery, creating an exceptional light-filled space with bi-fold doors opening onto the garden, perfectly designed for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Heritage limestone flooring runs throughout and continues onto an impressive 80 sq. m terrace. The beautiful hand crafted Charter Walk kitchen is appointed with a full suite of premium integrated appliances, a large kitchen island with striking Dekton work surfaces and at its heart a statement AGA range cooker, perfectly suited for both relaxed family living and entertaining. This is a wonderfully light and elegant setting. Upstairs, the property offers five well-proportioned bedrooms enjoying views over the gardens, together with a family bathroom and an ensuite shower room, providing flexible and well-balanced accommodation. The principal bedroom is a particularly impressive, light-filled space with dual aspects and complemented by a beautiful period wood floor, full of character. Externally, the south-west facing garden of a third of an acre enjoys an abundance of natural light and provides extensive lawn areas ideal for families, along with a large terrace and several other patio spaces for entertaining. A separate outbuilding currently arranged as a stylish cinema room offers excellent versatility, whether for fitness, home working, or creative use. There is a further glass house currently used as a studio. Ideally located within a five minute walk of Thames Ditton station and walking distance of Esher station the property also benefits from being in the catchment area for several highly regarded schools, as well as close proximity to the charming amenities of Thames Ditton village.