5-bedroom detached house · GU8 4ER
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A substantial five-bedroom detached home set within approximately two acres of private grounds, featuring spacious family accommodation, a detached garage with home office in sought-after Description Occupying a wonderful position within the highly regarded Hambledon Park, Folly House is an impressive Regency-style family home set within approximately 1.7 acres of mature grounds in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
Built by renowned developers Berkeley Homes in 1997, this substantial detached residence offers over 4,400 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation, combining elegant proportions with versatile family living.
A sweeping driveway leads to the handsome façade and welcoming entrance hall, where a striking staircase and galleried landing create an immediate sense of space and grandeur.
At the heart of the home is a superb open-plan kitchen and family room extending to over 35ft, providing an exceptional space for both everyday living and entertaining.
Fitted in a traditional country style, the kitchen enjoys views across the gardens and opens directly onto the rear terrace.
A separate utility room offers practical support, while the formal dining room, elegant drawing room with fireplace and garden access, and spacious study provide a variety of reception spaces suited to family life and home working.
The first floor is arranged around a striking galleried landing and features five spacious double bedrooms. The principal suite enjoys fitted wardrobes and a luxurious en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom two also benefits from an en-suite shower room, whilst the remaining bedrooms are served by well-appointed family bathrooms.
All bedrooms enjoy delightful views across the surrounding gardens and woodland. Outside, the property truly comes into its own.
Set within grounds of approximately 1.7 acres, the mature gardens provide a wonderfully secluded environment with expansive lawns, established trees and an abundance of seasonal colour.
Extensive terraces run along the rear of the house and incorporate an attractive pergola, creating superb outdoor entertaining space.
The front paddock further enhances the sense of space and rural character.
Further enhancing the property's appeal is a substantial detached outbuilding incorporating a double garage with a spacious first-floor home office or studio above, offering excellent flexibility for remote working, creative pursuits or potential ancillary accommodation, subject to any necessary consents.
A particularly distinctive feature is the original water tower, a unique multi-level structure providing characterful ancillary space and a rare architectural feature seldom found in modern homes.
Location Situated in the heart of the sought-after village of Hambledon, Folly House enjoys a wonderful balance of rural tranquillity and convenient access to nearby towns.
Hambledon is surrounded by some of Surrey's most beautiful countryside and forms part of the prestigious Surrey Hills National Landscape, offering an exceptional lifestyle for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
The nearby towns of Godalming and Guildford provide an excellent range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities, while mainline railway stations at Godalming and Haslemere offer regular services to London Waterloo.
The A3 is easily accessible, providing links to London, the M25 and the south coast.
The area is particularly well served by a number of highly regarded schools, including St Dominic's School, Prior's Field, Charterhouse, King Edward's School, Witley, Guildford High School and the Royal Grammar School, together with an excellent selection of state and primary schools.
For recreation, residents can enjoy miles of walking, cycling and riding routes through the surrounding Surrey Hills countryside, with nearby attractions including Winkworth Arboretum, Hydon's Ball, The Devil's Punch Bowl and an array of golf courses, country pubs and sporting facilities.
Hambledon itself is renowned for its strong community spirit, village cricket green, church and village shop, making it one of Surrey's most desirable villages.
Square Footage: 4,473 sq ft Acreage: 2 Acres
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