Garden Court, Godstone, Surrey

This bright single-storey house is one of a pair of well-composed homes near Godstone’s beautiful village centre. Its eco credentials are stellar, and its finishes - external and internal - are of a high quality. A generous driveway lies in front, and a south-facing private garden is well-placed to receive the best of the day’s sun.



Environmental Performance



Designed with environmental performance in mind, this home has been awarded a rare ‘A’ grade EPC rating. Considerations include high-level insulation, triple-glazed windows and an EV charging point. The house also has a 10-year new-build warranty.



The Tour



The house occupies a quiet, private position off Salisbury Road. Its contemporary and consciously minimalist profile is formed of dark-stained larch cladding, with concrete tiles used to form a front terrace.



Entry is to a hallway that bisects the house. At its furthest end, the open-plan living space opens out to an airy, versatile room with a sage green kitchen on one side. Appliances here include an induction hob, integrated fridge/ freezer, dishwasher and oven, and there is a large solid-wood countertop. The rest of the room is versatile, with plenty of space for distinct dining and seating areas. Oak wooden engineered floors have been paired with V-grooved panelled walls, adding plenty of character. Two large glazed doors open directly onto the garden that lies just behind.



The same panelling is used in the bedrooms. Both are comfortable doubles with sliding, built-in wardrobes. The house has an elegant bathroom, with further v grooved panelling, white tiles and bespoke plywood storage. There is also a separate utility cupboard with space for white goods. There is also a Ring Security system.



Outdoor Space



The house has two distinct outdoor spaces: in the front, a terrace beyond the gravel-laid shared driveway, and in the back, a garden divided between lawn and terrace. South-facing, the latter is a brilliant spot to enjoy dry days in the spring and summer and/or to grow potted plants.



The Area



Godstone is a historic village 18 miles south of London, near the North Downs; both the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way pass through it. It has picturesque ponds, traditional pubs serving food and drinks, and Godstone Farm, a family-friendly spot with seasonal activities. Divers Cove is nearby for wild swimming, with Chartwell and Hever Castle around 20 mins away.



Oxted is around five minutes’ drive away. It has a high street full of restaurants and cafés, including Bru and Bear and Toast. Reigate is around 15 minutes’ drive away, with Bletchingly, a historic town with medieval buildings, even closer. Tunbridge Wells is under 35 minutes’ drive away, and Sevenoaks can be reached in around 25.



The home’s position on the borders of Kent and Surrey brings plenty of excellent schools within easy reach, in both state and private sectors. Its proximity to London also makes for easy commuting: from Oxted station, train services reach the capital in as little as 35 minutes.



Council Tax Band: D