The Water Mill, Norley Lane, Shamley Green, Guildford, GU5 0TP

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Auction Sale - 09/12/2025 - To book viewings, view the legal pack and register to bid please refer to the full sales particulars on the Savills Auctions website

BY ORDER OF THE JOINT LPA RECEIVERS - An exceptional Grade II listed former water mill, extensively converted to a luxury family residence of approximately 765 sq m (8,231 sq ft) set within approximately 3.17 ha (7.83 acres) of landscaped gardens and meadowland. Freehold. Vacant.

Description

The Water Mill is a spectacular Grade II listed former mill, extensively converted to provide approximately 8,231 sq ft (765 sq m) of luxurious accommodation. Set

within approximately 7.83 acres (3.17 ha) of landscaped gardens and meadowland, the property features five en-suite bedrooms, generous reception rooms, a

bespoke kitchen/dining area, cinema room, gym, spa with indoor swimming pool, and wine cellar. Combining historic character with contemporary fittings, it offers a rare opportunity to acquire a private family residence in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Location

Set on the edge of the highly regarded village of Shamley Green, within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The property enjoys a peaceful rural setting while being conveniently located for local amenities, including shops, pubs, and primary schooling. Guildford is approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) to the south, offering a comprehensive range of facilities, with London reachable in under an hour by car.

The Water Mill occupies a private position on the edge of Shamley Green, one of Surrey’s most attractive and sought-after villages within the Surrey Hills Area

of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village provides a local store, two public houses, a church, and a cricket green. 

The neighbouring village of Wonersh is about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to the north and offers a shop, post office, and public house. Cranleigh, approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) to the south, provides a broader range of day-to-day amenities including supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, a leisure centre, and medical facilities. 

The county town of Guildford, about 6 miles (9.7 km) to the north, offers extensive retail, cultural, and recreational options, including The Friary shopping centre, restaurants, theatres, and a range of independent and national retailers. 

There is an excellent choice of schools in the area, both state and independent. Local options include Wonersh and Shamley Green C of E Primary School and Cranleigh School, with further renowned establishments such as Charterhouse, St Catherine’s, Bramley, Guildford High School, and Royal Grammar School, Guildford within easy reach. 

The property is well positioned for the A281 providing direct routes to Guildford and Horsham, and the A3 offering access to central London, Heathrow, and Gatwick airports. 

Recreational opportunities nearby include walking, cycling, and riding in the surrounding countryside, with golf available at Bramley and Guildford Golf Clubs and sailing at nearby Papercourt and Frensham Ponds.

Transport

Road: Close to the A281 and A3 providing direct access to Guildford, Godalming, and central London.

Rail: Guildford mainline station provides frequent services to London Waterloo (approx. 35 minutes).

Accommodation

Ground Floor: 

• Reception Hall with stone flooring and feature exposed beams
• Drawing Room (9.1 m x 6.1 m [30 ft x 20 ft]) with period features, fireplace, and bay windows overlooking gardens
• Living Room (7.6 m x 6.7 m [25 ft x 22 ft]) with fitted cabinetry and French doors to the terrace
• Open-Plan Kitchen / Dining Room (10.7 m x 6.1 m [35 ft x 20 ft]) with bespoke fitted units, central island, Miele and Gaggenau appliances, and double doors to gardens
• Bar with custom cabinetry and wine display
• Cinema Room with integrated AV system
• Gym with mirrored walls and flooring suitable for exercise equipment
• Spa with Indoor Swimming Pool including sauna, steam room, and shower facilities
• Cloakroom / WC

First Floor: 

• Principal Bedroom Suite (7.6 m x 6.1 m [25 ft x 20 ft]) with walk-in dressing room, dual aspect windows, and luxury en-suite bathroom including freestanding bath, walk-in shower, twin basins, and high-quality fittings
• Four Further Bedrooms (all en-suite, sizes ranging from 4.6 m x 3.7 m to 6.1 m x 4.6 m [15 ft x 12 ft to 20 ft x 15 ft]) with fitted wardrobes and high-spec bathrooms
• Additional Dressing Rooms / Walk-in Wardrobes

Additional Accommodation / Utility Areas:

• Wine Room / Cellar with climate control
• Utility Room with fitted units and sink
• Storage Rooms / Loft Space

The property combines generously proportioned reception areas with high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout, providing a balance of luxury, practicality, and flexible family living.