A unique opportunity to acquire a 5 bedroom detached family house set on a good sized plot of circa 0.7 of an acre with ample scope to renovate subject to planning permission, situated on a highly regarded road in south Farnham
Description Dating back to 1918 this well maintained detached period home offers a fantastic opportunity to renovate for the next generation. There is scope to possibly demolish the property and reposition subject to planning permission.
Ground Floor The ground floor comprises well proportioned rooms throughout along with high ceilings. As you enter the front door you are greeted by a spacious welcoming hallway which leads through to the family room and dining room. The drawing room, situated to the rear of the property, enjoys lovely views over the garden and leads through to the conservatory. The kitchen comprises a range of units leading through to the rear lobby that takes you to the garden.
First Floor The first floor accommodates 5 bedrooms with the main bedroom being double aspect and benefiting from built-in wardrobes situated to the rear of the house. There are 4 further good sized double bedrooms, three of which have built-in wardrobes. A family bathroom and 2 shower rooms complete the first floor accommodation.
Outside - to the front The property is approached via a five-bar gate leading to the gravelled driveway. There is an integral single garage and a further double garage.
Rear garden The south west facing rear garden sweeps around the house providing a peaceful and tranquil setting. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and offer a high degree of privacy and seclusion. The formal garden continues onto a further lawned area that leads to a wild meadow. Summerhouse. In all the plot extends to circa 0.7 of an acre.
General Services - Mains water, gas and electricity. Cess Pool.
Local Authority - Waverley B. C., The Burys, Godalming GU7 1HR 01483 523333
Council Tax - Band G with an annual charge for the year ending 31.03.25 of £3,946.63.
Tenure - Freehold.
EPC rating - E
Mobile coverage limited indoors/likely outdoors. Superfast broadband.
Situation The property is situated in a prestigious and highly desirable location to the south of Farnham convenient to Rowledge village, Frensham and Lower Bourne. Local facilities are close by at The Bourne and Rowledge, and include a store/post office, public houses, newsagents, butchers, veterinary clinic, chemist, tennis courts, recreation grounds and church.
Schools There is an excellent choice of both state and private schools in the area including Rowledge School, St Mary's Infant School, Waverley Abbey, South Farnham School, Weydon Secondary School, Edgeborough, Frensham Heights and Barfield.
Recreation & Town Sporting facilities include several golf courses and sailing at Frensham Pond. The surrounding countryside and national trust land provides excellent opportunities for country pursuits including walking, riding and cycling. The Georgian town centre of Farnham offers a comprehensive range of shopping, recreational and cultural pursuits, with bustling cobbled courtyards boasting many shops, cafes and an excellent choice of restaurants including Gail's, Cote Brasserie, Pizza Express and Zizzi. There is a Sainsburys, Waitrose, Leisure Centre, David Lloyd Leisure Centre and Farnham's historic deer park offering over 300 acres of beautiful open countryside. The new 6 screen REEL cinema has been a welcome addition to the town.
Travel Links Communications are first class with the A31 and mainline station providing links to London and the south coast. The A331 Blackwater Valley road links Farnham with the M3, M25 and Heathrow.
Location Farnham 2 ½ miles (Waterloo from 53 minutes).
A31, 2 ½ miles, London 40 miles.
(All distances and times are approximate)
Directions Leave Farnham via the A287, Firgrove Hill and continue to the top. At the traffic lights turn right onto The Ridgway. Continue onto Shortheath Road at the staggered cross roads turn left into Sandrock Hill Road. At the sharp right hand bend, continue straight onto Gardeners Hill Road. Turn left into Longdown Road where Wood End can be found a short way along on the left hand side.
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Property Ref: 869511_AND230068
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