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Unique and historic farmhouse estate with outbuildings, tennis court, swimming pool and woodland in a protected pocket of nature on Wimbledon Common. Description Exceptionally desirable “country” estate within the tranquil woodland setting of Wimbledon Common. This unique property gives an incoming buyer a once-in-a generation opportunity to craft an extraordinary home to suit their modern needs. The estate is hidden at the end of a private track and centres around an impressive 17th century farmhouse and fountain. The Farmhouse The Farmhouse is the main residence on the far side of the estate. Located in front of a fountain, this characterful property has five bedrooms. The interiors of The Farmhouse are decorated in a traditional style complimenting its historic character. Details such as exposed brickwork and beams, lattice windows and large fireplaces enhance the property’s warmth and rustic charm. On the ground floor a fabulous kitchen is at the heart of the home. On one side the front hall leads through to a large sitting room. There is also a sun room and a study. A dining room has a folding panelled door that can extend the living area. On the other side of the kitchen, this wing of the house contains a generous living room, a study, a bedroom, a bathroom and a utility room. The first floor has the principal bedroom with ensuite bathroom, French doors opening out to a terrace and a gallery. There are two more bedrooms on this level, sharing a bathroom. The second floor offers a fourth bedroom, a bathroom and storage space. The garden has an expansive lawn and floodlit hard tennis court. Wych Elm Wych Elm is a separate staff or guest house. This charming wooden clad house offers a kitchen, dining room and reception room on the ground floor, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a study on the second floor and its own garden. The Renovated Barn A fabulous renovated barn is set beside the heated swimming pool. It includes a great hall for entertaining with a vaulted and exposed beam ceiling, fireplace and a spa area. Next door within the barn is self-contained accommodation consisting of a kitchen/dining room, a reception room, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Outbuildings The extensive outbuildings currently consist of a stables, a garage and garden workshop. The Lodge The Lodge is a substantial family home, set within its own gardens with a gated driveway. Located beside the estate woodland this house features a generous open plan kitchen/dining room opening out to the garden and three reception rooms. The first floor provides a spacious principal bedroom with ensuite bathroom and dressing room. There are three more bedrooms and two bathrooms. Grounds In addition to the properties, the estate includes over two acres of beautiful grounds, a long driveway, several lawns, a tennis court, a swimming pool and its own woodland. History Old Warren Farm dates back to the seventeenth century. It was first mentioned in a land survey of 1617 as belonging to a warrener, an employee of the local manor house who bred rabbits and guarded the grounds against poachers. The farm has had several notable inhabitants. In the Georgian Era, it belonged to members of the Watney family, one of Britain’s largest brewing dynasties. In the twentieth century, much of its farmland was acquired by the Royal Wimbledon Golf Club. From 1938 onwards, the farm was home to the politician Isaac Leslie Hore-Belisha, who served as Transport Secretary and then Secretary of State at the War Office during the opening years of the Second World War. Location Old Warren Farm is positioned on Wimbledon Common. It is located off Camp Road and on the wooded eastern side of Wimbledon Common, next to the Royal Wimbledon Golf Club, King’s College School and Cannizaro Park. Richmond Park, The All England Lawn Tennis Club and central London are within easy reach. The charming restaurants, cafes and boutique shops of Wimbledon Village are 1.3 miles away on the edge of the Common. Source of times Source of distances Google Pedometer All measurements are approximate Acreage: 2.12 Acres Additional Info Private driveway and garage Conservation Area 2.12 acres Septic tank, emptied six monthly, sewage treatment plant Broadband Central heating The Farmhouse = council tax band H Wych Elm = council tax band G The Lodge = council tax band G The Lodge EPC = E Wych Elm EPC = E The Farmhouse EPC = E