House For Sale £2,995,000
Retaining many original features, Mollstone Wood is a handsome, detached country house of quality sitting in the heart of its plot close to Merle Common on the outskirts of Limpsfield. Designed and constructed in the 1930s to reflect the sixteenth century style of architecture yet with Arts and Crafts sensibilities, the house was commissioned by the musician and well-known socialite, Beatrice Harrison and constructed on land that was formerly owned by the Titsey Estate. In the early twenty-first century, the present owners carried out a programme of sympathetic extension and renovation. Accommodation is laid out over three floors together with the attached annexe and extends to in excess of 5,600 square feet with features including decorative chimneystacks, a wealth of exposed oak joinery, oriel and mullioned windows, a variety of fireplace styles, carved oak staircase, along with oak floors and wall panelling, reminiscent of a Tudor manor house. Windows are large double glazed with leaded light detailing and oak frames and there is under floor heating in the kitchen/breakfast room, dining and games rooms. Reception rooms are gracious, enjoying a fine outlook over the grounds to the countryside beyond, whilst he kitchen/breakfast room is comprehensively furnished with quality oak cabinets, granite work surfaces, integrated appliances and a cream Aga. A side hall opens through to the games room where there are stairs up to the annexe, which has a living room with kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom.
Six bedrooms are arranged over the upper two levels of the main house and include a magnificent principal bedroom suite, which has oak panelled walls, a fully fitted walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom fitted with period style sanitary ware.
Outside
With beautiful grounds of 2.4 acres offering a high degree of seclusion, the property is approached by electric wrought iron gates and an 'in and out' carriageway drive. The sweeping gravel drive encircles a well kempt lawn and provides access to a triple garage. The garden has been designed with outside living in mind and is divided into areas providing privacy and to maximise the south and westerly aspect. There is a wide terrace by the house with outdoor cooking area which leads to a Koi carp pond with adjacent decking and verandah. By the house is an enclosed courtyard with hot tub and gazebo (available by separate negotiation). Semi circular steps lead to sweeping lawns and to an outdoor swimming pool which has a pool house with changing room and shower. To the side is a formal garden with topiary and feature well. A number of sheds provide excellent storage for garden furniture, machinery and wood. There is a security system, exterior lighting and an irrigation system.
Situation
Located in a rural position backing onto greenbelt fields on the edge of Staffhurst Wood and Merle Common amidst open countryside with seasonal views of The North Downs. The much sought after Limpsfield Village is about 2 miles which has a village infants school, public house, restaurant and shop/post office. Nearby are local woods famous for bluebells and Limpsfield Chart offering ideal opportunities for walking, golf and riding. Oxted is 3 miles and a popular commuter town with a good range of shopping facilities, cafes, pool complex, restaurants and cinema. The M25 is easily accessible 5 miles away and local schools include Hazelwood, Oxted, Woldingham and Caterham. Leisure facilities nearby include Tandridge Leisure Centre, Limpsfield Tennis Club, equestrian establishments & Tandridge Golf Club.
Additional Information
Agent’s Note: Photographs show furniture belonging to a previous occupant.
Six bedrooms are arranged over the upper two levels of the main house and include a magnificent principal bedroom suite, which has oak panelled walls, a fully fitted walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom fitted with period style sanitary ware.
Outside
With beautiful grounds of 2.4 acres offering a high degree of seclusion, the property is approached by electric wrought iron gates and an 'in and out' carriageway drive. The sweeping gravel drive encircles a well kempt lawn and provides access to a triple garage. The garden has been designed with outside living in mind and is divided into areas providing privacy and to maximise the south and westerly aspect. There is a wide terrace by the house with outdoor cooking area which leads to a Koi carp pond with adjacent decking and verandah. By the house is an enclosed courtyard with hot tub and gazebo (available by separate negotiation). Semi circular steps lead to sweeping lawns and to an outdoor swimming pool which has a pool house with changing room and shower. To the side is a formal garden with topiary and feature well. A number of sheds provide excellent storage for garden furniture, machinery and wood. There is a security system, exterior lighting and an irrigation system.
Situation
Located in a rural position backing onto greenbelt fields on the edge of Staffhurst Wood and Merle Common amidst open countryside with seasonal views of The North Downs. The much sought after Limpsfield Village is about 2 miles which has a village infants school, public house, restaurant and shop/post office. Nearby are local woods famous for bluebells and Limpsfield Chart offering ideal opportunities for walking, golf and riding. Oxted is 3 miles and a popular commuter town with a good range of shopping facilities, cafes, pool complex, restaurants and cinema. The M25 is easily accessible 5 miles away and local schools include Hazelwood, Oxted, Woldingham and Caterham. Leisure facilities nearby include Tandridge Leisure Centre, Limpsfield Tennis Club, equestrian establishments & Tandridge Golf Club.
Additional Information
Agent’s Note: Photographs show furniture belonging to a previous occupant.
