Woodhouse Lane, Holmbury St. Mary, Dorking, Surrey, RH5

Impressive six-bedroom country home in the Surrey Hills, set in private landscaped grounds with garage, outbuildings, and tennis court.

Description

Set within beautifully landscaped grounds in the heart of the Surrey Hills, this impressive detached country house offers elegant and exceptionally well proportioned accommodation, complemented by a detached garage and a charming outbuilding/greenhouse.

Approached via a sweeping gravel driveway, the property immediately conveys a sense of privacy and arrival, with generous parking and attractive rural surroundings clearly evident from the elevated views.

A welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for the house, featuring solid wood flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor. The principal reception rooms are both spacious and versatile. The drawing room is a standout feature: a superb triple aspect space with attractive bay windows overlooking the gardens and a striking brick fireplace forming a warm focal point.

To the front of the house, the study provides an ideal environment for home working.

The rear of the house is centred around the excellent kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with bespoke cabinetry, ample work surfaces and a central island, making it well suited to both everyday family life and entertaining. This space flows beautifully into the dining room and the impressive conservatory, which is flooded with natural light and enjoys lovely views across the gardens, with direct access onto the terrace. A utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

The first floor provides particularly generous bedroom accommodation, ideal for family living and visiting guests. The principal bedroom suite is a calm and spacious retreat, enjoying pleasant views over the surrounding gardens and countryside, along with extensive fitted storage and a well appointed en suite bathroom.

There are five further bedrooms, all of good proportions and thoughtfully arranged to provide flexibility for a variety of needs, whether as children’s rooms, guest accommodation or additional home office space. Several of the bedrooms benefit from dual or triple aspect windows, ensuring excellent natural light and far reaching views, while all enjoy a peaceful outlook and a sense of privacy. The additional bedrooms are served by further bath and shower rooms, each finished to a high standard and well positioned to serve family and guests alike.

Outside, the property is set within beautifully maintained and highly private grounds, which are a defining feature of the house and fully justify its enviable Surrey Hills setting. The home is approached via a sweeping gravel driveway, providing ample parking and leading to the detached garage, while immediately framing attractive views across the gardens and surrounding countryside.

The formal gardens are laid mainly to lawn and bordered by mature trees, established hedging and thoughtfully planted beds, creating yearround interest and a strong sense of seclusion. The house enjoys an elevated position within the plot, allowing for far reaching green views across the grounds and beyond, which are particularly impressive from the rear of the property and the upper floors.

Immediately adjoining the house are terraces and seating areas, ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. These areas flow naturally from the conservatory and kitchen, making the gardens feel like a true extension of the living space during the warmer months.
Beyond the formal garden, the grounds open up further, reinforcing the semirural feel and offering excellent space for recreation and relaxation. A private tennis court is discreetly positioned within the grounds and provides an excellent leisure facility for both family and guests.

In addition to the gardens, the property benefits from a detached garage, a greenhouse, and an additional outbuilding, all of which add to the overall practicality and versatility of the home.

The combination of well designed landscaping, open lawned areas and mature planting ensures privacy while still allowing long views and plenty of natural light.

Altogether, the outside space perfectly complements the house, offering a rare blend of privacy, usable garden, recreational facilities and outstanding rural outlooks, all set within one of Surrey’s most desirable and picturesque locations.

Location

The property is situated in the highly regarded village of Holmbury St Mary, set within the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Renowned for its idyllic countryside, rolling hills and extensive network of walking, cycling and riding routes, the area offers an exceptional quality of life while remaining well connected for everyday needs.

Holmbury St Mary and the neighbouring villages of Abinger Hammer, Shere and Peaslake provide a range of local amenities including village shops, traditional public houses, cafés and community facilities.

More comprehensive shopping, leisure and cultural amenities can be found in nearby towns such as Dorking and Guildford, both offering mainline railway stations, theatres, restaurants and a wide selection of shops.

The area is particularly well known for its excellent choice of schooling. Highly regarded state options include primary schools within the surrounding villages and secondary schools such as The Ashcombe School and The Priory School in Dorking, as well as George Abbot School in Guildford. The independent sector is equally strong, with notable schools including Cranleigh School, Charterhouse, King’s College Guildford, St Teresa’s School and St Catherine’s School, among many others.

For commuters, mainline stations at Dorking, Guildford and Gomshall provide regular services into London Waterloo and London Victoria. The area also benefits from good road connections, with the A24, A25 and A3 offering access to the wider Surrey and Sussex road networks, the M25 and beyond.

Overall, the location combines the tranquillity and natural beauty of the Surrey Hills with convenient access to excellent schools, transport links and amenities, making it a particularly sought after place to live.

Square Footage: 3,369 sq ft


Acreage: 1.8 Acres