House For Sale £3,000,000
Standing at the Western approach to Westhumble and opposite the 13th century ruined chapel, after which it takes its name, Chapel House, or Chapel Croft as it was formerly known, was once the farmhouse to Chapel Farm. It is thought to have been built sometime in the late 1850s forming part of a programme of modernisation of the Denbies Estate, which was acquired by Thomas Cubitt in 1850.
During the first half of the 19th century, Thomas Cubitt was perhaps the most important builder in London and of notable country houses. In London, he was the creator of Belgravia and parts of Bloomsbury and was chosen to carry out extensions to Buckingham Palace. Amongst his many notable country projects were Osborne House on the Isle of Wight which he built together with Prince Albert, and Polesden Lacey, quite close to the Estate. It was perhaps during the building of Polesden Lacey that he became familiar with the beautiful North Downs countryside of Surrey, which, even in those days, had convenient access to London. Twenty-five years after the building of Polesden Lacey, he acquired the Denbies Estate.
The exact date of Chapel House's construction is not known, but there is a watercolour dated 1869, which shows the house clearly and firmly entrenched in its setting. We understand the house was adapted in the 1950s, with the wing on the north elevation being demolished and the removal of the rear staircase. In the early 60s, the existing coach house was converted at the east of the house to create a reception room on the ground floor as well as two bedrooms and a bathroom.
The beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds are a particular feature of the estate. There are extensive lawned areas and herbaceous borders affording a wealth of colour throughout the seasons. The gardens have been designed to make the most of the surrounding countryside. There are an array of outbuildings positioned close to the main house and a tennis court positioned between the house and the stables. The swimming pool was built in the 70's and is currently an ornamental pool. The gardens and grounds extend to around 3.5 acres whilst there is a belt of woodland towards the top of the hill behind the house which offers a further 6.5 acres.
During the first half of the 19th century, Thomas Cubitt was perhaps the most important builder in London and of notable country houses. In London, he was the creator of Belgravia and parts of Bloomsbury and was chosen to carry out extensions to Buckingham Palace. Amongst his many notable country projects were Osborne House on the Isle of Wight which he built together with Prince Albert, and Polesden Lacey, quite close to the Estate. It was perhaps during the building of Polesden Lacey that he became familiar with the beautiful North Downs countryside of Surrey, which, even in those days, had convenient access to London. Twenty-five years after the building of Polesden Lacey, he acquired the Denbies Estate.
The exact date of Chapel House's construction is not known, but there is a watercolour dated 1869, which shows the house clearly and firmly entrenched in its setting. We understand the house was adapted in the 1950s, with the wing on the north elevation being demolished and the removal of the rear staircase. In the early 60s, the existing coach house was converted at the east of the house to create a reception room on the ground floor as well as two bedrooms and a bathroom.
The beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds are a particular feature of the estate. There are extensive lawned areas and herbaceous borders affording a wealth of colour throughout the seasons. The gardens have been designed to make the most of the surrounding countryside. There are an array of outbuildings positioned close to the main house and a tennis court positioned between the house and the stables. The swimming pool was built in the 70's and is currently an ornamental pool. The gardens and grounds extend to around 3.5 acres whilst there is a belt of woodland towards the top of the hill behind the house which offers a further 6.5 acres.
Chapel House is situated on the edge of Westhumble amongst National Trust land close to Box Hill. Located within The Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this stunning home benefits from an outstanding outlook over the surrounding countryside. Being set well back from a country lane and surrounded by its own extensive grounds, the property enjoys a high level of privacy and seclusion whilst being within easy reach of all necessary amenities and communications.
Around half a mile away is the mainline train station of Box Hill and Westhumble. Chapel House is located near the traditional and well-regarded market town of Dorking, which provides a range of local and regional services. The property is extremely well served by road and rail for access to London and the international airports of Heathrow and Gatwick.
Beaverbrook Hotel and Spa in Leatherhead offers sporting and entertainment experiences of the highest calibre, with a 5* Hotel and Spa, fine dining Japanese Grill, cookery school and an 18-hole golf course which opened in 2016. Denbies Winery and the RAC
Country Club are nearby, as is the High Ashurst Outdoor Education Centre in Mickleham, which offers a wide range of pursuits, including climbing, abseiling, trail biking and adventure walking, amongst others. Opposite the house, there is off-road access to Ranmore Common, with its extensive network of bridleways and footpaths.
Golf courses nearby include; Wisley, Betchworth and Tyrrells Wood. Slightly further afield but within Surrey are the internationally renowned golf courses of Wentworth and Sunningdale. Nearby horse racing includes; Sandown Park, Epsom, Lingfield, Ascot and Goodwood.
Notable private schools include; London Freeman's, St John's, Reigate Grammar, Cranleigh, Box Hill, St Teresa's, Cranmore, Downsend and Christ's Hospital. State schools include The Ashcombe, The Priory and St Pauls Primary.
