Ridgway Road, Farnham, Surrey, GU9

This handsome Edwardian home successfully combines period detailing with practical family accommodation, offering an opportunity to acquire a character residence of considerable charm.

Description

An exceptionally well-presented semi-detached Edwardian residence, showcasing an abundance of period character and impressive proportions throughout.

Occupying a highly attractive and convenient setting, the property benefits from excellent natural light and retains a wealth of original features including high ceilings, decorative ceiling roses, picture and dado rails, sash windows and an original stained-glass front door.

Arranged over four floors, this substantial family home offers versatile and well-balanced accommodation, ideal for modern family living whilst preserving its Edwardian charm.

The welcoming entrance hall gives access to two elegant reception rooms at the front of the house, both featuring attractive bay windows and fireplaces. The dining room offers an elegant setting for entertaining, while the sitting room provides a comfortable retreat for everyday relaxation.

To the rear of the property, the breakfast room enjoys views over the garden and features double doors opening directly onto the terrace, creating a seamless connection between inside and out. The adjoining kitchen is well-appointed with a range of integrated appliances, a gas hob and double oven, and leads through to a practical utility area and cloakroom.

The lower ground floor comprises a useful basement level, enhanced by a lightwell providing natural daylight and offering a variety of potential uses, subject to requirements.

The first floor hosts a superb principal bedroom spanning the full width of the house, complete with a bay window and attractive fireplace. Bedroom two also features a fireplace, while bedroom three enjoys pleasant views over the rear garden. This floor is served by a shower room and separate WC, with an airing cupboard and linen cupboard conveniently located on the landing.

The second floor provides two further generous bedrooms, both retaining original fireplaces, together with a bathroom, creating versatile accommodation for growing families, guests or those requiring additional workspace.

The property is approached via a gravel driveway framed by attractive brick pillars, providing off-street parking for two vehicles. Mature hedging, established trees and thoughtfully planted borders create a high degree of privacy and effectively screen the house from the road.

A charming brick archway leads through to the rear garden, which is a particular feature of the property. Level and beautifully maintained, the garden is mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature hedging, trees and well-stocked planting, creating a secluded and private setting. Two individual terraces provide excellent spaces for outdoor dining and entertaining, while secure fencing encloses the garden, making it ideal for families and pets alike.

Location

The house is about 0.8 miles from Farnham Station and town centre, with nearby local shops including a Tesco Express, a bakery and a butcher.

The Georgian market town of Farnham offers an extensive range of branded and independent shops, supermarkets including a Waitrose, M&S Simply Food and a Sainsbury’s, coffee shops and eateries and there is a cinema. The Maltings arts centre also offers theatre, film and crafts fairs. Farnham town centre host a brilliantly engaging array of seasonal events, fetes and fairs.
Communications are excellent with Farnham’s mainline train station just half a mile away which provides direct trains to Guildford (from 24 minutes) and London Waterloo (from 53 minutes) the A31 provides access to the national motorway network.

There are a number of highly regarded state and independent schools in the area including Potters Gate C of E Primary School, St Andrews C of E Infant School, South Farnham School, St Polycarps Catholic Primary, Weydon School, More House, Edgeborough and Frensham Heights.

Local golf courses include Hankley, Hindhead and Farnham. Racquet sports and gyms are available at The Bourne, Hurlands and David Lloyd clubs. Stunning countryside including National Trust owned Frensham Great and Little Ponds, the Devil's Punchbowl and Alice Holt Forest are within easy reach and provides excellent opportunities for walking, riding and cycling.

Square Footage: 2,665 sq ft