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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · KT23 3HX
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About
Situated in an exceptional position on the edge of Little Bookham Common, The White House is a beautifully presented five-bedroom detached home, offering approximately 2,200 sq ft of versatile accommodation, set within generous and private grounds of approximately 0.3 acres.
This charming home enjoys an enviable semi-rural setting, directly adjoining and overlooking the stunning expanse of Bookham Common, an area of outstanding natural beauty renowned for its ancient woodland, open heathland and miles of scenic walking, cycling and bridle paths.
The property offers immediate access to this protected landscape, making it ideal for those seeking a quintessential Surrey lifestyle with nature quite literally on the doorstep.
Approached via a gravel driveway providing ample parking, the house blends character with contemporary finishes throughout.
The heart of the home is the impressive kitchen/dining room, featuring a central island, high-quality integrated appliances and a stylish, modern finish, ideally suited to both family life and entertaining.
This flows seamlessly into a bright and airy orangery, enjoying views over the garden and surrounding greenery, whilst further reception space includes a generous drawing room and a separate family room.
Upstairs, there are five well-proportioned bedrooms, including a spacious principal bedroom. Two bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and a family bathroom serves the remaining three bedrooms.
Externally, the property is set within a generous plot, with gardens wrapping around the house and backing directly onto open countryside.
A large terrace provides the perfect space for al fresco dining, whilst the surrounding lawns and mature boundaries create both privacy and a strong connection with the landscape.
The wider setting, with direct proximity to Bookham Common, offers a peaceful and unspoilt environment rarely found, yet still conveniently located.
Additional features include a garage and outbuilding.
Despite its wonderfully secluded feel, The White House remains within easy reach of Bookham village, with its range of shops, cafés and amenities, as well as excellent local schools and mainline stations providing direct links into London.
Little Bookham offers a highly attractive village setting, combining a peaceful, semi-rural environment with excellent connectivity and a good range of day-to-day amenities.
The area is particularly well served for transport.
Bookham station, approximately 0.7 miles away, provides regular direct services to London Waterloo and Guildford, while Leatherhead station (about 4 miles) offers additional connections to London Victoria.
The nearby A3 and M25 (Junction 9) provide convenient road access to Central London, the wider motorway network, and both Gatwick and Heathrow airports.
There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, catering to all age groups. In the state sector, The Howard of Effingham School is especially well regarded.
A number of sought-after independent schools are also within easy reach, including Manor House School, St Teresa's School and Cranmore School, further enhancing the area's appeal to families.
Bookham village offers a selection of independent shops, cafés, local services and two supermarkets, meeting everyday needs, while nearby Guildford provides a more comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and dining options, including well-known high street retailers and a variety of restaurants.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding countryside is a particular highlight.
The property is well located for access to the Polesden Lacey National Trust estate and the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering extensive opportunities for walking, cycling and enjoying the rural landscape.
Bookham 1.6 miles | Cobham 6.5 miles | Guildford 11.4 miles | Kingston upon Thames 13.6 miles | Central London 26.2 miles (All distances approximate)
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