Dippenhall, Farnham, Surrey, GU10

An elegant four bedroom family home in a tranquil setting.

Description

Set in the serene and picturesque surroundings of Dippenhall, this charming four bedroom home offers spacious and versatile living of over 3,250 sq ft across two floors. Positioned in a secluded plot of approx. 4.3 acres, the property enjoys long views over the surrounding Hampshire countryside.

Upon entering, the bright and airy entrance hall with parquet flooring and an attractive wooden staircase leads to all main reception rooms. To the left lies the drawing room featuring triple-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light, and a feature fireplace. Opposite the reception room is the kitchen with ample cabinets and storage. The double aspect dining room to the front has a bay window overlooking the garden. A separate study provides a quiet retreat for working from home. A utility room with outside access and a downstairs cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

The first floor comprises the principal bedroom with en suite bathroom. There are three further bedrooms, all sharing a family bathroom. In addition there is a large attic with a window offering the potential for further accommodation, subject to the usual planning permissions.

Outside, the garden and grounds are mainly laid to with mature trees and shrubs, and an area of woodland. Additional outbuildings include a gym or summer house, perfect for leisure or hobbies, and a dedicated storage space. To the front is a driveway with parking for numerous cars and access to the triple garage.

Location

Oakwood occupies a spectacular rural setting on the fringe of the hamlet of Dippenhall, in the heart of unspoilt rolling countryside, close to the Surrey/Hampshire border.

Accessed via a quiet country lane and away from all major traffic routes, this is a wonderful country setting, within easy access of the old market town of Farnham (2 miles) and the conservation village of Crondall (2 miles) which both provide for day-to-day needs.

Crondall village has good local facilities including a village store/Post Office, two churches, a choice of public houses, C of E primary school, cricket ground, golf club and private hospital.

The Georgian market town of Farnham (2 miles) offers a comprehensive selection of amenities, a Waitrose and Sainsbury’s, a selection of branded and independent shops and restaurants, with a number of restaurants on the picturesque Castle Street and Lion and Lamb Yard. The Maltings arts centre offers theatre, film and crafts fairs, and the new Brightwells development has a number of restaurants and a six screen cinema.

A more comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities may be found in the county town of Guildford (13.7 miles).

Communications are excellent, with both the M3 (Junc.5) and the A31 giving swift access to the national motorway network, as well as Heathrow, Southampton and Gatwick airports. There are mainline train services in Farnham (2.6 miles) or Fleet (6.4 miles), with trains to London Waterloo in 53 minutes and 44 minutes respectively.

Locally are an excellent selection of schools including Crondall C of E Primary, Bentley C of E Primary, Mayhill Junior and Robert May’s in Odiham, Lord Wandsworth in Long Sutton, Barfield School in Farnham and Edgeborough, Frensham Heights and More House in Frensham.

Recreational and sporting opportunities include tennis at the David Lloyd Centre in Farnham. Local golf courses include Farnham, Crondall, Hankley Common and Hindhead. There is also racing is held at Goodwood and Sandown Park, polo at Cowdray Park in Midhurst and sailing at both Chichester Harbour and nearby Frensham Ponds.

For outdoor enthusiasts, this part of Surrey offers excellent walking, cycling and riding opportunities directly accessible from the property and also across nearby countryside including Thursley Common, Hankley Common, Bourne Woods and Alice Holt Forest and Frensham Great and Little Ponds.

Please note, all distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,255 sq ft


Acreage: 4.3 Acres