House For Sale £1,395,000
Delightful country home with beautiful mature gardens.
Description
Dating back to 1924, Forest Lodge is a charming family home set in an idyllic semi-rural location, nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
Stepping inside you are greeted by an inviting entrance hall that seamlessly leads you into the heart of the home - the kitchen/breakfast room. This well-appointed space boasts wooden cabinetry and granite worktops, complemented by a delightful window seat and a dining area that offers enchanting views of the gardens. The house features three elegantly proportioned reception rooms, each with its own distinctive allure. The generous-sized sitting room, boasting dual aspects, draws in natural light while showcasing an open fireplace, creating an inviting ambiance. The formal dining room, adorned with a bay window, is equally charming, providing another inviting space with its own captivating fireplace. One of the most delightful aspects of the property is the sunroom, a modern extension that bathes in an abundance of natural light. Its sliding/bifold doors effortlessly connect the interior to the raised terrace and the enchanting garden beyond, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a practical utility room with external access and a convenient cloakroom.
Venturing to the first floor, you'll find four bedrooms, each exuding its unique character. The principal bedroom is accompanied by built-in storage and a private en suite shower room. Three further bedrooms and a family bathroom complete the upstairs accommodation.
Beyond the interior lies a truly magnificent garden, encircling the house with its gently sloping lawn and a captivating ornamental pond. Embraced by the presence of mature trees, this offers the utmost privacy, creating an ideal setting for relaxation and enjoyment.
Approaching the property, a driveway with a convenient turning circle leads the way, revealing the added benefits of a spacious garage, complete with two attached stores and a separate log store, providing ample storage for your needs.
Whilst Forest Lodge has been maintained with care and affection by the same owner for over 26 years, there remains promising potential to modernise and update throughout.
Location
Forest Lodge is situated in Abinger Common, in the middle of the Surrey Hills in an exceptional rural location in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
A wider range of recreational, shopping and leisure facilities is available at the market town of Dorking (approximately 5 miles) and the cathedral city of Guildford (approximately 10 miles), where restaurants, theatres and leisure centres are situated around its pretty, cobbled High Street.
Guildford mainline station provides journey times to London Waterloo from 35 minutes. Effingham railway station, approximately 8 miles away, has services to both London Bridge and London Waterloo.
There are a number of excellent schools in the area including Cranleigh, St Catherine’s, Charterhouse, Royal Grammar School, Guildford High School, Duke of Kent and Belmont. There is fantastic walking, cycling and riding country in the surrounding Surrey Hills, which are classified as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Highlights include Leith Hill Tower, Tillingbourne Waterfall and Rhododendron Wood.
(All distances and mileages are approximate).
Square Footage: 1,817 sq ft
Description
Dating back to 1924, Forest Lodge is a charming family home set in an idyllic semi-rural location, nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
Stepping inside you are greeted by an inviting entrance hall that seamlessly leads you into the heart of the home - the kitchen/breakfast room. This well-appointed space boasts wooden cabinetry and granite worktops, complemented by a delightful window seat and a dining area that offers enchanting views of the gardens. The house features three elegantly proportioned reception rooms, each with its own distinctive allure. The generous-sized sitting room, boasting dual aspects, draws in natural light while showcasing an open fireplace, creating an inviting ambiance. The formal dining room, adorned with a bay window, is equally charming, providing another inviting space with its own captivating fireplace. One of the most delightful aspects of the property is the sunroom, a modern extension that bathes in an abundance of natural light. Its sliding/bifold doors effortlessly connect the interior to the raised terrace and the enchanting garden beyond, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a practical utility room with external access and a convenient cloakroom.
Venturing to the first floor, you'll find four bedrooms, each exuding its unique character. The principal bedroom is accompanied by built-in storage and a private en suite shower room. Three further bedrooms and a family bathroom complete the upstairs accommodation.
Beyond the interior lies a truly magnificent garden, encircling the house with its gently sloping lawn and a captivating ornamental pond. Embraced by the presence of mature trees, this offers the utmost privacy, creating an ideal setting for relaxation and enjoyment.
Approaching the property, a driveway with a convenient turning circle leads the way, revealing the added benefits of a spacious garage, complete with two attached stores and a separate log store, providing ample storage for your needs.
Whilst Forest Lodge has been maintained with care and affection by the same owner for over 26 years, there remains promising potential to modernise and update throughout.
Location
Forest Lodge is situated in Abinger Common, in the middle of the Surrey Hills in an exceptional rural location in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
A wider range of recreational, shopping and leisure facilities is available at the market town of Dorking (approximately 5 miles) and the cathedral city of Guildford (approximately 10 miles), where restaurants, theatres and leisure centres are situated around its pretty, cobbled High Street.
Guildford mainline station provides journey times to London Waterloo from 35 minutes. Effingham railway station, approximately 8 miles away, has services to both London Bridge and London Waterloo.
There are a number of excellent schools in the area including Cranleigh, St Catherine’s, Charterhouse, Royal Grammar School, Guildford High School, Duke of Kent and Belmont. There is fantastic walking, cycling and riding country in the surrounding Surrey Hills, which are classified as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Highlights include Leith Hill Tower, Tillingbourne Waterfall and Rhododendron Wood.
(All distances and mileages are approximate).
Square Footage: 1,817 sq ft
