The Street, Effingham, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT24

Character five bedroom home including outbuilding, stables, triple garage and south facing garden

Description

Home Farm is a distinguished Grade II listed residence of considerable character and historic charm, occupying an enviable setting with a south-facing garden, extensive outbuildings, stabling and a triple garage. Rich in period features, the property showcases exposed timbers, original detailing and a wealth of character throughout, creating a warm and inviting family home.

The accommodation extends to over 3,400 sq ft and offers a versatile layout ideally suited to modern family living. At the heart of the home is the impressive triple-aspect kitchen/breakfast room, beautifully appointed with an AGA set within an exposed brick inglenook-style alcove, a traditional butler sink, an extensive range of fitted cabinetry, a substantial central island and terracotta tiled flooring. A walk-in pantry provides excellent additional storage. From the kitchen, the accommodation flows through to a variety of well-proportioned reception rooms, including a charming double-aspect dining room, a study with fitted cupboards, a welcoming family room with feature fireplace and a magnificent triple-aspect sitting room with flagstone flooring, an attractive fireplace and doors opening directly onto the garden. A wine cellar with spiral staircase from the family room and a cloakroom and store room complete the ground floor.

The first floor, which can be accessed via two staircases, provides the double aspect principal bedroom with fitted cupboard and adjacent bathroom. There are four further bedrooms (one with en suite shower room and eaves storage) and three with fitted cupboards. A family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.

Outside, the beautifully established south-facing gardens provide a delightful backdrop to the house, comprising sweeping lawns, mature trees, well-stocked shrub borders and a paved terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Complementing the main residence is a substantial two-storey outbuilding, together with stabling, a summer house and two greenhouses, offering excellent potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents. To the front, a triple garage and generous driveway provide ample parking for multiple vehicles.

Location

Home Farm is situated in a semi-rural location, with walks on Effingham Common and Bookham Common and the area leading up to the National Trust land of Ranmore Common, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and designated Green Belt.

The convenient village of Effingham is east of Guildford, and within easy reach of the A3/M25 junction at Wisley.

Effingham and the local villages have an excellent range of shops for daily needs, in addition to churches, public houses and restaurants.

The station at Effingham Junction provides a direct service to London Waterloo.

More extensive shopping and leisure amenities are available in Guildford and Dorking.

There is a good selection of schools in the area, including St Teresa’s, The Howard of Effingham, Manor House, Glenesk, Cranmore, Downsend and St John's.

There are several golf courses in the area, including Effingham and Wisley.

Square Footage: 5,239 sq ft