Upper Manor Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7

Sitting in a gently elevated position that affords privacy from passers-by, Woodwinds combines the tranquillity of breathtaking vistas of the Surrey landscape with the exceptional contemporary architecture of its layout. Tastefully understated in its design, each and every aspect generates an enviable modern day family home.

Behind a beautiful Bargate stone facade a considered palette of soft subtle colours is paired with timber tones and leafy outlooks, creating a considered sense of calm and cohesion. The glass balustrades of a stylish central staircase enhance the easy flow of the tiered ground floor as well as the undeniable feeling of space that stays with you as explore this outstanding house.

With Art Deco styled wall lights and the homely focal point of a contemporary inset fireplace, the refined reception room supplies a sophisticated place to relax and entertain. Across the hallway an equally impressive kitchen/dining room is a sublime place for both daily life and catching up with friends over a bottle of wine or weekend brunch. Fully fitted with a wealth of Shaker-style cabinetry topped with sleek countertops, its excellent dimensions wrap around providing a cherished measure of storage and workspace. Chosen to give every convenience, integrated appliances include a tower of eye-level ovens and a microwave as well as a corner gas hob. Textured chequerboard tiles complement the cashmere hues of the countertops whilst French doors make it easy to filter out into the south-west facing gardens. A fitted utility room houses the dishwasher, fridge freezer and laundry appliances and has its own garden access. A brilliantly sized and styled cloakroom with elegant wall panelling and an abundance of recessed storage completes the ground floor.

Filled with light from perfectly placed windows on its duo of landings, the glass framed staircase entices you up to the first floor where a central hallway unfolds onto a series of exemplary bedrooms. The undoubted star of the show is an utterly enviable main bedroom suite that lends a wonderful wow factor. With plush grey carpeting underfoot and a superb mezzanine overhead, this impeccable room produces a heavenly retreat from a busy day. Spacious and tastefully luxurious, its aesthetics demonstrate a refined sense of style. The extensive main bedroom area stretches out beneath the high slope of the vaulted ceiling, and while the broad mezzanine prompts a host of options as a study area, library, dressing area or a peaceful spot for an afternoon siesta, the large deluxe en suite lends an indulgent finishing touch with its glass framed waterfall shower, corner bath and rich grey tiles. With glorious far-reaching views and proportions reaching exclusively out across the full width of the house, this inspired space creates its own wing of the property.

Two further double bedrooms are ideally proportioned for a growing family and share a sleek family bathroom that rivals the en suite for its luxury feel. Arranged in a matching tile setting, a superior suite includes an inset bath with a gloriously large overhead waterfall shower.

It is also worth noting that the property is equipped with a central vacuum system, along with a convenient plinth vacuum in the kitchen, enhancing ease and efficiency in cleaning.

Outside
Outside, the tiers of a south-west facing garden stretch up before you giving you ample choice of spots to sit and unwind, potter about or enjoy al fresco dining. The French doors of the kitchen/dining room make it effortlessly easy for daily life to filter out onto the patio, while broad timber framed steps filled with shingle lead the way up past a considerable lawn encompassed by a bounty of colour and greenery. Continue to the top and you’ll find a large seating area that gives you the perfect vantage point to sit and soak up the far-reaching vistas with a glass of wine or sundowner, and has ample space for a barbeque or wood fired pizza oven.

At the front of the house, a shared brick paved driveway stems into private off-road parking that together with the attached garage provides everyday convenience. Gently elevated to give a coveted level of privacy from the world outside, the classic simplicity of this home’s landscaped frontage lends a highly enticing introduction. The elegant Bargate stone facade allows the impressive dimensions that await you inside to remain a surprise, while the timber detailing of the garage door hints at the attention to detail that its interior design scheme demonstrates at each and every opportunity.