Wych Hill Lane, Woking, Surrey, GU22

Utterly stunning example of how to create a modern home in a period property. Dating back to the 1920s Oak Cottage is a beautiful detached residence that effortlessly embodies all the elegance you’d expect from an Arts & Crafts home. With a sympathetically extended 4053sq ft layout opening onto breathtaking gardens, it sits within gated grounds of over half an acre blending the eternal charm of exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace and leaded windows with beautifully chosen contemporary detailing. Behind its raised double fronted facade, three superb reception rooms and a superior kitchen/breakfast room combine with three ground floor double bedrooms to proffer a wealth of versatile space. Two luxury suites stretch out across the upper storey and further key highlights include a cellar and integral garaging.

Description

Exuding an unmistakable wealth of charm and character, Oak Cottage sits nestled on the edges of Woking within breathtakingly beautiful gated grounds of circa 0.521 acres. Dating back to the 1920s its distinctive double fronted Arts & Crafts vernacular welcomes you into a sensitively extended and enhanced layout that allows the magnificent gardens and distant landscape to add an enviable backdrop.

Once inside you’ll find a fluid ground floor that has a prized level of versatility to cater to your own lifestyle needs. With the warming tones of a wood floor, subtle grey hues and elegant wall panelling, a large central hallway unfolds onto a naturally flowing layout, instantly hinting at the tasteful sense of style that features throughout. Timber framed windows retain their Arts & Crafts heritage, while an abundance of natural light filters in giving a tremendous feeling of calm and tranquillity.

With rich black beams stretching out overhead a trio of exceptional reception rooms combine to generate outstanding places in which rest, unwind and dine. Interconnecting living and sitting rooms offer glorious garden vistas and whilst the large living room features the modern design of a roof lantern and bi-fold doors to the terrace, the equally enchanting sitting room has the charm of bay windows and an inglenook fireplace with a Carron wood burner. Double doors extend it generous dimensions further still taking you into the brilliantly conceived open plan layout of the kitchen/breakfast room and adjoining dining room.

Lending a contemporary twist to its period surroundings the clean line design of the double aspect kitchen/breakfast room pairs sleek granite and marble countertops with bespoke cabinetry. Mirrored mosaic splashbacks bounce light from a roof lantern and high skylights around the room and a double butler sink and cool white Aga blend effortlessly into the design. Brilliantly broad a matching central island enhances the feeling of space and bi-fold doors connect the stylish breakfast room area with the terracing. The open plan layout wraps-around into the formal dining room with its black ceiling beams and the exotic patterns of a brilliantly chosen accent wall. A separate utility room keeps laundry hidden from view, a walk-in pantry is a true cook’s added bonus, and a cloakroom is conveniently placed for both guests and daily life.

Set peacefully away from the main living spaces, a delineated bedroom wing extends out across the opposing side of the ground floor giving plenty of options for multi-generational households. Filled with light and feature pops of colour three impressive double bedrooms continue the considered blend of 1920s character with discerning finishing touches. Together they share a deluxe family shower room with a first class suite and sumptuous tile setting.

Explore upstairs and you’ll discover a duo of bedroom suites that are both contemporary and sophisticated. Enviably spacious the prodigious proportions of the principal bedroom dominate the first floor creating a heavenly escape from the hubbub of any given day. The feature floral patterns of an accent wall add an elegant contrast to the plush grey carpeting and cool whites of the walls and window shutters in the main bedroom area, while a chic dressing room and walk-in wardrobe unite to provide cherished amounts of storage. Cleverly incorporated and notably appointed with twin conical basins, the luxurious en suite has a magnificent waterfall shower encased in opulent mosaics behind a wall of glass.
Across the landing eaves storage provides hidden storage to the notable second bedroom without encroaching on the aesthetics or floor space, and a striking geometric floor adds a final playful burst of colour to an excellent en suite with a focal point double ended bathtub.

Accessed from stairs leading down from the ground floor bedroom wing, the lower storey of this unique Woking home includes a cellar room with bay windows and French doors to the gardens, as well a store room and entry to the integral garaging.

Outside

Framed by the herringbone patterns of its red brick walls and secured by timber double gates, a sweeping driveway curves up to the integral double garaging and gives the ideal vantage point to admire the historic architecture of this Arts & Crafts property.

Bordered by a profusion of palms, topiary and shrubs, steps weave gently up to the double fronted facade with its beautiful brick detailing and timbers, while an arched covered doorway welcomes you inside.

Simply mesmerising, the capacious gardens that stretch out to the rear fill your gaze with colour and greenery producing an undeniable wow factor and a heavenly hideaway. Stunning borders of high hedgerows, majestic trees, palms and evergreen planting engender a prized measure of privacy and seclusion generating a wonderful oasis for you to relax and unwind in the summer sun. The black framed bi-fold doors of the breakfast room and living room tempt you out onto tiered terracing and classically landscaped patios that give a choice of spots of for al fresco dining. Steps lead down to an expansive lawn that gives your further excuse to enjoy an afternoon siesta while children play, and budding gardeners will love the superb greenhouse that sits tucked away to the side of the house.

Currently benefitting from ongoing re-generation Woking has adopted a brighter more contemporary image in recent years. Shoppers should head for the town centre where a variety of retail choice can be perused including many high street names with delicious al fresco dining to be enjoyed at Carluccios and Tante Marie. The many other coffee shops, café’s, and restaurants including Nandos, Pizza Express and Costa Coffee are on hand for the shopper in need of refreshment. The entertainment enthusiast will appreciate the New Victoria Theatre where many London and international shows can be viewed, the Ambassadors cinema complex screening the latest film releases and The Lightbox with a canal side setting for an injection of artistic culture. Sports activities and clubs are well presented in the area with a range of gyms on offer including the recently upgraded sports centre and swimming pool, Hook Heath lawn tennis club, David Lloyds health and racquets club and Pure Gym. Cyclists and walkers can step out to rural countryside on Guildford downs and nearby Surrey Hills is recognized as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Woking is not only a great place to live, it also boasts excellent access to London for commuting, shopping and leisure. Whether you require the daily commute or want to catch a West End show, hit the stores on Oxford Street or explore the historical and cultural attractions, Woking Mainline Station boasts one of the most regular direct services into central London. You can reach the capital in around 54 minutes via the A3, while London Waterloo is just 25 minutes away by train. If you are heading further afield for business or pleasure, there’s also easy access to the M25, M3, and M4, plus Heathrow and Gatwick airports.