Coldharbour, Surrey, RH5

A beautiful five bedroom house in the heart of the Surrey Hills spread across two floors only. Enjoying the most wonderful garden, double garage and a central village location.

Description

Nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this beautifully presented and deceptively spacious home extends to approximately 3,010 sq ft, including garage and outbuildings, and enjoys stunning open views across rolling countryside.

Blending character charm with modern comfort, the property offers generous and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, ideally suited to contemporary family living.

A welcoming entrance hall leads through to the principal reception rooms. The standout feature is the impressive triple-aspect sitting/dining room, filled with natural light and centred around a charming wood-burning stove. Large glazed doors open directly onto the terrace, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living.

The kitchen is a well-proportioned and beautifully appointed space, featuring a range of bespoke cabinetry topped with granite work surfaces, complemented by a classic AGA and a useful walk-in pantry, offering both style and practicality. This space flows naturally into the adjoining living areas, creating an ideal setting for relaxed daily living and effortless entertaining.

A characterful study/snug provides an inviting retreat, centred around a wood-burning stove and enhanced by bespoke floor-to-ceiling bookcases lining two walls providing a quiet haven for reading or home working, with a pair of windows drawing in natural light and views of the garden. A separate utility room and cloakroom located nearby, adding further practicality to the ground floor layout.

Leading off the hall to the rear is a further reception/family room, full of light featuring a log burner and Crittall style windows and doors opening onto the south facing terrace.

The first floor offers well-balanced and flexible accommodation comprising five bedrooms arranged around a central landing.

The principal bedroom is a generously proportioned suite, featuring a dressing area and a well-appointed en suite shower room, creating a comfortable and private retreat.

Three further generous double bedrooms, each enjoying a pleasant outlook over the surrounding greenery. A fifth bedroom provides versatility as a study, nursery or dressing room. The layout is served by two family bathrooms, ensuring practicality for family living while maintaining a sense of space and privacy throughout.

Outside, the property enjoys beautifully landscaped gardens which form a particular feature, wrapping around the house and taking full advantage of the elevated position and far-reaching views.

A paved terrace adjoins the house, creating an ideal spot for outdoor dining and entertaining, with steps leading down to a well-maintained lawn bordered by mature shrubs, hedging and ornamental planting.

The garden offers a high degree of privacy in semi-rural setting, capturing the picturesque outlook across the surrounding Surrey Hills landscape.

Location

The property occupies an idyllic position in the highly sought-after hamlet of Coldharbour, close to the village shop and near the wonderful Plough Inn pub, short walk to Coldharbour Cricket Club; one of the most picturesque Cricket Clubs in England. The house is nestled within the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside, the setting offers a perfect balance of rural tranquillity and accessibility, with miles of open landscapes, woodland and scenic walking routes on the doorstep.

Despite its peaceful location, the property remains conveniently placed for access to nearby towns. Dorking lies approximately 4 miles away and provides a comprehensive range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities, together with three mainline stations (Dorking, Dorking Deepdene and Dorking West) offering regular services to London Waterloo and London Victoria.

Further amenities can be found in Guildford and Reigate, both within easy driving distance, while the A24 and M25 provide excellent road links to London, Gatwick Airport and the wider motorway network.

The area is particularly well regarded for its excellent selection of schools, both state and independent, including The Priory School, St Martin’s CofE Primary School, Box Hill School, Belmont Preparatory School and Cranmore School, among others.

For those with an interest in outdoor pursuits, the location is exceptional. The surrounding countryside offers extensive opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding, with Leith Hill, Box Hill and Ranmore Common all nearby.

In addition, there are a number of golf courses, country clubs and equestrian facilities within easy reach, making this an ideal setting for an active lifestyle.

Square Footage: 3,010 sq ft