Lower Road, Little Bookham, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT23

Built around the turn of the nineteenth century, this picture postcard detached cottage retains a wealth of original character, including reclaimed antique pine doors with period latch closures. The property also benefits from a generous garden, off road parking and a garage.

Inside, the cottage offers surprisingly well proportioned accommodation. The front aspect sitting room features a recessed fireplace with a gas coal effect fire and an ornamental surround and mantel. The separate dining room includes a casement door to the garden, a staircase to the first floor and an archway leading to a study area. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room provides ample lime oak wall and base units with tiled work surfaces, a useful breakfast bar and several built-in appliances, as well as a door to the rear garden. There is also a ground floor cloakroom to complete the accommodation.

Upstairs, the first floor offers three bedrooms, two of which enjoy charming character features including recessed wardrobes. A family bathroom completes the accommodation, fitted with a panelled bath, shower attachment, shower screen and tiled surround.

Outside, the property includes a single garage with an upandover door, power and light, plus a window and side door opening directly onto the rear patio garden. The corner frontage extends to approximately 90 feet with a gravel driveway providing off road parking. To the rear, there is a lawned area and a paved terrace, ideal for enjoying the afternoon sun.

The location of this charming cottage is enhanced by its close proximity to several well regarded schools, including the Howard of Effingham. Bookham train station is also easily accessible and offers a reliable service to London Waterloo. For the commuter, both the M25 (J9) and the A3 are also within a short drive of approximately15 minutes.
The rambling and wild-life areas in the nearby Common are popular with both locals, dog walkers and visitors, The Downs and historical sites such as Polesden Lacey are also within easy access.