Balchins Lane, Dorking, RH4

Vale Close is a beautifully renovated country home offering approximately 2,765 sq ft of accommodation, arranged with flexibility and family living in mind. The property combines character features with a high quality modern finish, creating a home that feels both practical and full of personality.

The ground floor is centred around an impressive kitchen and dining room, a substantial space with vaulted proportions, roof lanterns and exposed brick and Leith Hill stone walls. The kitchen is fitted with a central island, generous storage and worktop space, with plenty of room for a large dining table. This is the natural heart of the home and works well for both everyday family use and entertaining.

A large sitting room sits adjacent to the kitchen/dining space and features exposed beams, timber flooring and a wood burning stove. A separate family room provides further reception space, while the reception hall offers a generous and characterful entrance to the house.

The ground floor also includes two bedrooms, a shower room, a bathroom, utility room and larder, giving the layout excellent flexibility for guests, extended family or single level living.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from a dressing room and en suite shower room. There is also a further bedroom, a study and a family bathroom, together with useful eaves storage.

Separate guest accommodation provides an additional bedroom space, ideal for visiting family or those needing a degree of independence.

Outside

The property is approached along a private lane and sits within established gardens offering a high degree of privacy. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with mature trees, planted borders and seating areas positioned around the house. There is a terrace providing a natural space for outdoor dining.

Situation

Vale Close occupies a peaceful rural position within the Wotton Estate, surrounded by attractive countryside and woodland. The setting offers excellent privacy while remaining within reach of nearby villages and towns.

The surrounding area is well known for its access to walking, cycling and riding routes, with the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close by. Nearby villages including Wotton, Abinger Hammer and Westcott provide local amenities, while Dorking and Guildford offer a wider range of shops, restaurants, schools and leisure facilities.

Dorking and Guildford both provide mainline rail services to London, while the A25 and A3 offer road links towards London, the M25 and the wider motorway network.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-65805