Russ Hill, Charlwood, Horley, Surrey, RH6

Woodhayes is an attractive equestrian family home offering exceptional potential, set within about three acres in a popular rural position.

Description

In the same ownership for over 55 years the property provides a rare opportunity to create a superb country house tailored to individual requirements. It is offered to the market with no onward chain and ripe for further improvement.

Approached via a long private driveway, Woodhayes enjoys an appealing first impression, with an open paddock stretching out to the front of the house. There are two separate entrances off Russ Hill, allowing excellent access for equestrian vehicles independent from the main approach.

The house benefits form 3299 sq ft of flexible accommodation and offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms upstairs.

Downstairs there are five reception rooms (living room, study, dining room, utility room (including a toilet), workshop/creative room) and kitchen/breakfast room plus a conservatory.

There is parking for numerous vehicles, together with garaging and a range of barns, ideal for storage, workshops or further adaptation.

The equestrian facilities are a key feature of the property, including a sand school, paddocks and stabling with three large stables, making it well suited to both private riders and those seeking to run a small equestrian enterprise.

The gardens are charming, with a lovely variety of specimen trees and mature shrubs creating year round appeal. A greenhouse and useful garden shed sit discreetly within the grounds, and a gate leads directly through to the paddock beyond. A natural pond provides an attractive focal point and seasonal interest throughout the year.

Woodhayes offers a wonderful blend of rural seclusion, equestrian capability and exciting scope for refurbishment. The property backs directly on to Glovers Wood which is nearly 200 acres of ancient woodland owned by The Woodland Trust and is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Please note the property has private drainage. There is a public footpath through the paddock on the property.

Location

Woodhayes is positioned along Russ Hill, a country lane set within the charming village of Charlwood, an area characterised by its lovely countryside and established rural setting. The locality is known for its wide expanses of woodland, open fields and picturesque surroundings, with several period properties and historic buildings contributing to its traditional Surrey character.

The area around Russ Hill and Charlwood is rich in equestrian activity, with several centres offering riding lessons, livery, stud services, competitions, and training.

The property enjoys excellent connectivity. Gatwick Airport lies approximately 4 miles away, providing international travel and fast rail links into central London via Gatwick station. Nearby Crawley is around a 15 minute drive, offering extensive retail, leisure and commercial facilities.

Charlwood village itself provides a welcoming community environment along with access to local amenities, while the wider area benefits from an array of dining options, country pubs.

The setting along Russ Hill is superbly placed for road, rail and air travel, as well as the commercial centres of Horley, Reigate and Crawley.

All distances and timings are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,299 sq ft


Acreage: 2.84 Acres