Woodham Waye, Woking, Surrey, GU21

Sumptuous whilst being utterly sophisticated, Woodham Lodge proffers an exemplary demonstration of impeccable interior design. Set in a prized private estate, it sits in privacy behind a magnificent carriage driveway and opens out onto beautifully landscaped gardens with an outdoor marble kitchen.

Offering the height of luxury its superior layout includes 4 ensuite bedroom suites, a breathtaking sitting room, snug, study and tremendous kitchen/dining room with quality appliances, underfloor heating and bi-fold doors to the picture perfect terracing and established garden.

Set within the exclusivity of a prized private estate in Woking, Woodham Lodge instantly conjures a cherished sense of grace and grandeur. An expansive gravelled driveway sweeps around a central stone planted driving circle hinting at the elegance within, while behind stately double doors a breathtakingly beautiful palette of colours and quality materials subtly unifies an interior that is at once both refined and luxurious.
With Smart technology and contemporary design running unobtrusively throughout, this superior home effortlessly generates the definition of a 21st century family residence. However it is the meticulous collection of intricate cornice, graceful wall detailing and the tasteful blend of heritage hues that elevates this home from others. With rich smoky grey demi panelled walls a central entrance hall unfolds onto a stunning living room that instantly lets you know you’ve found somewhere incredibly special. Perfectly balanced by delicate rose blush hues the warm tones of a solid oak herringbone floor stretch out beneath your feet and a magnificently large fireplace lends a wonderful focal point. The period detailing enhances the sense of timeless elegance further still while an abundance of natural light filters gently in via a duo of tall south facing sash windows.

Giving a huge degree of fluidity to the ground floor a wide archway connects this exceptional reception room to a spacious kitchen/dining room that echoes its aesthetic whilst adding the contemporary twist of underfloor heating and a sleek inset gas fire.
This sociable space includes a relaxed seating space in front of the fire and an impressive central dining zone that allows you to entertain on a grand scale. Underfoot the texture of granite flagstones gives a seamless feel to each of the versatile spaces. Arched full height windows remain respectful of the property’s heritage while an expanse of matt black framed bi-fold doors ensure an easy flowing extension of the dining area to a blissfully secluded limestone paved terrace.

Supremely well-appointed with a double butler sink, Bertazzoni range cooker and fridge freezer a long with a Miele coffee machine and microwave cooker, the high specification of the kitchen reflects the level of design that you will have grown to expect by now. A brilliantly broad central island with a fitted drinks cooler has bar stool seating for entertainment beautifully placed to give garden vistas, whilst a voluminous sky lantern captures a lovely flow of daylight and lets the stars lend a mesmeric backdrop at night. The Shaker cabinetry and contrasting black granite countertops are matched in an adjoining utility room where an extensive layout houses a second dishwasher and space for two laundry appliances as well as a full height dual zone wine fridge that’s designed to keep your favourite vintage at the optimum temperature.

Hidden away, there is an additional snug / movie room that creates a peaceful secret retreat that all ages will appreciate. A stylish study has bespoke shelving with a marble topped fitted desk space for two people to work happily side by side amid the Evesham deer patterns of its Sanderson wallpaper. Completing the ground floor, the vintage design of a high-level Thomas Crapper WC embossed with the name of the property adds a dash of humour and wow factor to an opulent cloakroom which is located beside the family boot room, designed with plenty of storage for family living.

Upstairs an exemplary heritage palette gives each of the four bedroom suites its own sense of character and style. Sophisticated yet sumptuous, restful yet indulgent, an utterly enviable principal suite pairs warm muted hues and crisp white detailing with leafy vistas and decorative wall mouldings. From the perfectly lit cornice and ideally placed picture lights to the bespoke walk-through dressing room and sublime en suite, each and every aspect gives a coveted feeling of tastefully understated luxury living.

Outside
Generating a superb interplay between the house and grounds, the bi-fold doors of the kitchen/dining room allow the secluded landscaped gardens to play an integral part of your daily life. With Jasmine climbing to either side of the doorway, a broad paved terrace is equally ideal for al fresco meals or afternoon siestas. Framed by heavenly high hedgerows, the established lawn stretches out before you interspersed with tall cypress trees in curved slate shingle beds. Take a stroll to the rear and set to the backdrop of statuesque trees you’ll find a marvellous outdoor kitchen and entertaining space beneath the dappled shade of a large English oak pergola. Cast in black marble, the kitchen includes bar stool seating, a pizza oven, Beefeater barbeque and grill, with a double door Beefeater outside fridge and a twin set of matching upright water features with the streamlined design of rectangular spouts produce elegant finishing touches to each of the pergola’s eating and relaxing zones.

At the front of this Woodham Waye abode, the expansive gravel carriage driveway combines with integral garaging to provide a notable measure of off-road parking as well as a marvellous introduction to the lifestyle on offer.

Location
There is a wide range of local and private schools nearby with the ability to reach Woking train station within a 20 minute walk, where there are direct and frequent trains to London in less than 30 minutes.

Set within an enviable position, with ample off street parking and the properties undeniable curb appeal and top end renovation throughout, this is a truly unique property that has to be seen to be believed.