Woolborough Lane, Outwood, Redhill, Surrey, RH1

A detached home providing about 2,885 sq ft of floor space, plus a further 1,516 sq ft of outbuildings, all set in about 3.7 acres of land.

Description

The property is in need of total refurbishment and has significant potential for development subject to the necessary planning consents. Planning permission was granted in January 2023 for an additional detached dwelling of about 1,474 sq ft, to replace the outbuildings (Ref: 2022/1281)

The accommodation in the main house is currently arranged to provide three reception rooms, a separate kitchen and utility room, five bedrooms, two bathrooms and a shower room. All parts of the house require modernising and updating.

On the outside there is a gated private driveway that leads to the house and provides significant parking. There are significant gardens at the front, side and rear of the house that amount to about 3.7 acres.

There is currently a single storey detached outbuilding, that is used as a carport and has previously been used as a mixture of stables and kennels.

Location

Woolborough Farm House occupies an attractive semi-rural position along Woolborough Lane in the village of Outwood, on the southern fringes of Redhill. The setting offers a rare balance of countryside tranquillity with excellent connectivity to London and the wider South East.

Road communications are particularly strong. The property lies approximately 3.5 miles south-west of Redhill town centre, with the A23 readily accessible, providing direct routes north to central London (circa 24 miles) and south to Gatwick Airport (approximately 9 miles). The nearby M23 (Junction 8, around 5 miles) connects swiftly to the M25 orbital motorway (Junction 7), giving excellent access to Heathrow Airport and the national motorway network. Rail services are available from Redhill Station (approximately 3.5 miles), offering frequent direct services to London Victoria and London Bridge in circa 30–40 minutes, as well as connections to Gatwick Airport in around 10 minutes. Additional services are available from Merstham and Earlswood stations nearby.

The area is well regarded for both state and independent schooling. Highly regarded local primary schools include Outwood Village School and St John’s Primary in Redhill. For secondary education Reigate School and Carrington School in Redhill. There is an excellent selection of independent schools within easy reach, including Reigate Grammar School, Dunottar School, Micklefield School, Hawthorns Preparatory School in Bletchingley, and Caterham School. Lingfield College is also a well-respected option for both preparatory and senior education.

Everyday shopping needs are catered for in nearby Redhill (3.5 miles), which offers a range of supermarkets, high street retailers, and amenities including The Belfry Shopping Centre. The historic market town of Reigate (approximately 3 miles) provides a more boutique shopping experience, with an excellent mix of independent shops, cafes, delicatessens and restaurants along its attractive high street.

The surrounding countryside provides exceptional opportunities for walking, cycling and riding, with numerous bridleways and footpaths including routes through nearby National Trust land. Outwood Common and the historic Outwood Windmill are within close proximity.

The area boasts a strong selection of traditional pubs, including The Bell Inn and The Sportsman in nearby Salfords, along with a number of highly regarded country pubs in and around Outwood and Bletchingley.

For cinema, Cineworld in Crawley and The Light Cinema in Redhill provide modern screening facilities.

Overall, Woolborough Farm House enjoys an enviable position combining rural charm with excellent accessibility, strong schooling options and a wide range of lifestyle amenities nearby.

All distances and timings are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,885 sq ft


Acreage: 3.7 Acres