Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4

Beautifully modernised ancient mill house in a picturesque country setting, nestling on the banks of the River Mole and in the lea of Box Hill.

Description

The property is a stunning example of a sympathetic conversion of a working mill to a spacious and practical family home. It has been beautifully modernised to provide a comfortable blend of the historic features of a working mill with the contemporary modern fittings and finishes required of a modern family home. This represents a unique opportunity to acquire an historic gem which is both Grade II listed and designated a Building of Historic Interest.

There has been a mill standing on the site since 1086 appearing in the Doomsday Book although little detail appears until the late 17th Century when Castle Mill appears on maps as part of the Betchworth Castle Estate. The mill is of timber framed construction on a brick base under a mansard roof.

The accommodation is arranged over four floors to provide about 3200 sq ft, as detailed in the floor plan. Features of this accommodation include the beautiful ground floor reception hall that exhibits the workings of the mill. The first floor open plan drawing room, dining room and unique viewing room all enjoy truly stunning vistas across the mill pond to Box Hill beyond. The kitchen/breakfast room has been bespoke designed and fitted to include a full range of modern appliances. Each of the sumptuous bathrooms has been replaced and refitted to the very highest standard over recent years.

Externally there is a unique viewing platform overlooking the river that is accessed via a spiral staircase from the drawing room. As you enter the garden from the house the raised terrace sits alongside the mill wheel and race, affording stunning views across the river and gardens and is ideal for entertaining. The mature, formal gardens are another stunning feature of this home carefully planted with a mix of spring bulbs, mature perennials and shrubs around a lush lawned area, a vegetable garden and a quite magnificent Magnolia tree. These gardens nestle alongside the mill pond between the mill race and the River Mole providing a truly unique setting.

There is parking at the front of the property along with the detached double garage.

Location

Castle Mill occupies a beautiful position on the banks of the River Mole and in the lea of Box Hill providing stunning views of the North Downs. The mill is situated in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with innumerable country walks on the doorstep making this the perfect location to enjoy all of the benefits of the Surrey countryside.

The mill is less than a mile from the centre of Dorking, a bustling market town with several lively pubs and award winning restaurants along with the well known antiques quarter. Dorking also has a thriving cultural and independent shopping scene. It is home to local, independent traders, quirky boutiques and a vibrant art scene. This quintessential market town is becoming renowned for it’s local food, pastry, craft spirits and beer, putting Dorking on the culinary radar.

Dorking has activities for both active parents and children, like the Dorking Sports Centre, Dorking Halls and the Meadowbank Playground and Softplay as well as historic outdoor spaces at National Trust locations like Polesden Lacy, Leith Hill, Ranmore Common, and Box Hill. The area is also renowned amongst keen cyclists.

The area is particularly well regarded for the quality and breadth of its schooling. Dorking offers an excellent selection of both state and independent schools, including highly regarded primary options and The Ashcombe School for secondary education. Nearby independent schools include Box Hill School, Reigate Grammar School, Dunottar, Charterhouse and Cranleigh, all within commuting distance, making the location especially appealing to families.

For the commuter Dorking mainline station is a pleasant riverside walk away and offers regular train services to London Victoria and London Waterloo in 52 and 55 minutes, respectively, while Dorking Deepdene station provides services to Reading and Redhill with connections to London Bridge. The M25 (Junc 9) is within 6 miles and gives access to the international airports of Heathrow and Gatwick (15 minutes by car) as well as the South Coast via the M23.

All distances and timing are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,485 sq ft



Directions

From the A24 Deepdene roundabout proceed east on the A25 Reigate Road. Continue for approximately half a mile past The Watermill public house. Turn left down a single track lane
immediately after the 50 mph road sign where Castle Mill will be found on the right hand side.