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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · GU1 2EP
No longer listedReduced £95k (−8%) on 3 SepListed 114 days
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About
This beautifully presented detached bungalow has been tastefully modernised to create a superb, light-filled home ideal for both relaxed living and entertaining.
At the heart of the property is an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, where large windows and glazed doors frame views of the garden and flood the interior with natural light.
A skylight above further enhances the sense of space, while a contemporary wood-burning stove provides a cosy focal point.
The accommodation is generously proportioned, extending to approximately and offers flexible living with four well-sized bedrooms, making it equally suited to families, downsizers or those seeking single storey living with room to work from home.
Outside, the property is approached via a driveway and charming front garden, while to the rear lies a beautifully landscaped garden.
A generous lawn is bordered by colourful, well-stocked flowerbeds and established trees, creating a wonderful setting for outdoor dining and summer entertaining.
Distances: Guildford's Upper High Street 0.7 mile, London Road Station, Guildford 0.5 mile (from 47 minutes to London Waterloo), Guildford mainline station 1.3 miles (from 32 minutes to London Waterloo), A3 (northbound) 1.5 miles, A3 (southbound) 2.2 miles, M25 (Junction 10) 8.3 miles, Heathrow Airport 22.1 miles, Gatwick Airport 34.3 miles, Central London 31.7 miles.
(All distances and times are approximate). Watford Close is a centrally located, no-through road, within easy walking distance of Tormead, rgs Prep and Guildford High School.
Surrounded on three sides by the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Guildford is a popular choice for enjoying both town and country living and within 30 miles of central London.
Guildford provides extensive shopping, restaurants, bars, entertainment and sporting facilities, with historic buildings providing backdrops at every turn.
In the centre is the medieval Guildford Castle with landscaped gardens and views from its square tower.
The town hosts both a bustling Friday and Saturday market as well as a farmer's market on the first Tuesday of each month.
Schools: Tormead, Guildford High School, George Abbot School, Royal Grammar School and Royal Grammar Preparatory School, St Peter's Catholic School, St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic School, Guildford County School, Pewley Down Infant School, Holy Trinity Junior School, Boxgrove Primary School, St Catherine's, Charterhouse, Aldro.
Amenities: G Live, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Pit Farm Tennis Club, Merrow Tennis Club, Surrey Sports Park, Spectrum Leisure Centre, Bramley Golf Club, West Surrey Golf Club, Guildford Golf Club, Worplesdon Golf Club.
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