Yaffle Road, St George's Hill, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13

Beautifully presented wing of a period mansion house in a secluded location on St George’s Hill with spectacular views of the golf course and Surrey countryside.

Description

A remarkable wing of a grand period mansion, Yaffle Hill is set in a private and tranquil location on the prestigious St George’s Hill Estate. Originally built in 1914 by renowned architect W.G. Tarrant, this impressive home forms part of one of the largest Tarrant estates in the area. Once set within 20 acres of land, the estate was divided post-World War II into three separate properties, including Yaffle Hill, The Corbies, and Crow Clump.

Now occupying approximately 1.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Yaffle Hill offers unrivalled views of the world renowned St George's Hill golf course and the rolling Surrey countryside. The property is positioned elevated above the landscape, ensuring breath-taking vistas from every angle.

This Grade II listed home spans three floors and offers an ideal balance of family living space and elegant areas for entertaining. The home has maintained much of its original charm and character throughout, providing a unique opportunity to own a piece of history while enjoying the comforts of modern living.

Upon entering through the front door is a warm and welcoming entrance hall with a spacious double aspect drawing room on the right. Featuring intricate coving and a grand fireplace with log burner, this room exudes classic elegance and is flooded with light from the curved bay window and a set of French doors leading the the terrace and gardens beyond. Across the hall, the formal dining room which also boasts a large bay window has decorated paneling and an impressive brick fireplace.

Adjacent to the dining room is the vaulted kitchen/breakfast room which forms the heart of this home, two sets of crittall French doors lead to the terrace, allowing you to enjoy views of the garden. There is a social central island with bar seating and beautiful hand painted kitchen. The ground floor is further complemented by a utility room and a convenient guest cloakroom on the ground floor.

On the first floor, the spacious main bedroom suite is a beautiful and tranquil space. With a large bay window with a feature roll top bath set in the bay, there is also a private balcony with sweeping views over the golf course and surrounding countryside. The room features a large dressing room with ample storage and a private en suite bathroom with dual wash basins. The first floor also includes a family bathroom and a separate toilet, as well as the second bedroom with storage and a beautifully designed en suite.

The second floor hosts four additional bedrooms, each offering plenty of natural light and space. The third bedroom features an en suite and a family bathroom completes the accommodation. Leading from the fourth bedroom is a balcony which provides panoramic views over the Surrey countryside. Accessed via a spiral staircase is an extra room, currently used as a children's playroom, but offering potential as storage or additional bedroom.

The property is set within approximately 1.5 acres of immaculately kept gardens, which gently extend to the golf course, offering a peaceful and secluded setting. A paved terrace extends along the rear of the property, with plenty of spots for relaxing in the sun or shade. This home enjoys an enviable position, perfect for those who appreciate nature and outdoor living.

Set away from the main house, The Coach House is a three bedroom separate cottage arranged over three floors. Featuring an open plan reception room with a wrap around balcony terrace, three bedrooms, a gym/office and double garage. The Coach House is ideal for multi generational living, guests, a live-in help or den for teenager's to escape away.

Location

St George’s Hill is internationally renowned as one of the most sought-after private estates in England. Access on to the private, gated estate is controlled 24 hours a day by the estate’s security personnel and is restricted at all times. St George’s Hill is set in some 900 acres and features a private championship standard golf course and a separate private tennis and squash club. The tennis club is one of the foremost racquet sports clubs in England, with 30 grass and all-weather tennis courts, two indoor courts and four squash courts. The tennis club also has a 20 metre indoor swimming pool, a well-equipped gym and a restaurant and bar.

In addition to the on-site sporting facilities, there are many other challenging golf courses locally including Burhill, Wisley, Woking, Foxhills, Queenwood, Worplesdon and West Hill. Racing is available at Sandown Park, Ascot, Epsom and Windsor. Polo can be enjoyed at Guards Polo Club and The Royal Berkshire Polo Club.

St George’s Hill offers an ideal location for families looking for security and privacy and there are several English and International schools in the area including Reeds School, St George’s College and The ACS International School at Cobham. Weybridge and the surrounding area has a variety of Ofsted rated good and outstanding primary and senior schools in both the private and public sectors, providing education from nursery through to 6th form and also a very popular 6th form college.

Located on the South bank of the rivers Thames and Wey where the two rivers meet, Weybridge is an historic town that dates back to the Iron Age. Originally named after the wooden bridge over the river Wey used by pilgrims to the Chertsey Abbey, in the last 100 years Weybridge has become known for its aspirational, innovative and creative residents. Each generation leaving their legacy to the town through its own style of properties and industry.

There was once a royal palace in Weybridge that was used by Henry VIII and his wives, as well as other Kings and Queens. Today, Oatlands Park Hotel is all that remains of the royal estate. You can still find reminders of the original palace in and around Weybridge.

In more recent history, Weybridge was a magnet for motor enthusiasts, as it was home to Brooklands Race Track, some of the track still remains. The river Wey cuts through the Brooklands site. If you wanted to catch some racing without paying, you would take a punt up the river. This was apparently the origin of the phrase “punters”. Today you can visit Brooklands Museum and Mercedes Benz World at the site.

Privacy, space and accessibility, an abundance of sports and activities and excellent schools makes Weybridge the perfect location for those who enjoy a variety of interests and passions.

There are many water sports on the Thames: paddle boarding; kayaking; rowing; sailing and wild water swimming are among the most popular. Weybridge also has many clubs for children and adults: tennis; rugby; football; creative arts; horse riding; dance and more.

With several restaurants, pubs and local markets as well as independent and chain cafés the town is well served for a variety of excellent food and drink, just right for your formal and informal occasions. With cinemas, theatres, local art galleries, museums and historic houses and gardens nearby, there is never a shortage of things to do.

The town is near junction 11 of the M25 and is on a fast train line into London Waterloo. Journey time from 31 minutes.

Please note all distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 7,301 sq ft


Acreage: 1.41 Acres

Additional Info

Council Tax for Annexe - Band A

The property is subject to St George's Hill Residents Association charges.