Austen Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1

Warden Lodge is an elegant and distinguished Victorian residence offering a rare blend of period charm and modern comfort in one of Guildford’s most sought-after locations.

Description

Warden Lodge is an elegant and distinguished Victorian residence offering a rare blend of period charm and modern comfort in one of Guildford’s most sought-after locations. This beautifully presented home is light and airy throughout and is set over four floors and extending to approximately 3,589 sq ft, boasting beautifully proportioned rooms, high ceilings, and exquisite architectural details throughout.

The ground floor features a hallway with guest cloakroom which leads to two impressive reception rooms, each with large bay windows, ornate cornicing, and feature fireplaces. The kitchen/breakfast room is a memorable room, combining classic cabinetry with contemporary finishes, a central island, and direct access to the garden via a charming wrought-iron balcony. There are stairs down to useful utility room with underfloor heating. A formal dining room and family room are on the lower ground floor providing adaptable accommodation as well as an ideal space for entertaining. Additionally there is further bedroom and separate shower room with side door providing access to the garden. The garage with EV charger and large boarded storage area over are also accessed from this level.

Upstairs on the first floor, the property offers two generously sized bedrooms, both flooded with natural light and enjoying delightful views over the landscaped gardens and surrounding area. There is a generous sized bathroom with wardrobes, twin basins and a freestanding bath. On the second floor, there are three double bedrooms, a family bathroom and boarded attic storage.

Externally, the rear garden is beautifully maintained, with a large lawn bordered by mature shrubs and trees, creating a private and tranquil setting. The property also benefits from off-street parking and a lockable bike shed.

Location

Austen Road is an attractive residential street ideally positioned for both the town and the Downs being within 800m of the High Street and London Road railway station.
Guildford is ideally located between London and the south coast, both can be accessed via the A3, which also provides excellent access to Gatwick and Heathrow airports via the M25. Guildford main line station has fast trains to London/Waterloo from about 36 minutes, and London Road station (Waterloo from 55 minutes) is nearby. Guildford has an enviable selection of shops, and offers a variety of entertainments, including bars, restaurants, theatre, cinema and leisure centre. There are a number of first class schools including Guildford High School for Girls, The Royal Grammar School, Tormead, Pewley Down and Holy Trinity.

Square Footage: 3,044 sq ft