Crondall Lane, Farnham, GU9

Pilgrims Way is believed to date back some 300 years and originally comprised a farmhouse and adjoining kiln, to which Pilgrims Way is attached. This beautiful Arts & Crafts family home has historic charm and in 1929 was beautifully remodelled by the celebrated local architect Harold Falkner (1875–1963). Having been further adapted over the years, this home now offers the perfect balance of character and modern family living, with wonderful views to the south over Farnham, sat in its plot of just over 1.5 acres. The extensive accommodation of over 4,000 sq. ft. is set over three floors and comprises on the ground floor a fine reception hall that creates an immediate sense of arrival, a dual aspect bay fronted sitting with feature fireplace and French doors to the garden, a separate bay fronted dining room with stone casement windows and a delightful window seat, and a kitchen/breakfast room with central island, granite worksurfaces, a range-style oven and ample space for multiple appliances. A hallway leads to a cloakroom and a real feature of the house, a stunning 37’3 games/family room with bay French doors leading to the garden and view over Farnham. To the first and second Floors there are two generous landings, seven well-proportioned bedrooms, a bathroom, and a separate shower room. The principal bedroom suite boasts a dressing room and en-suite shower room, with commanding far-reaching views over Farnham. IN all a wonderful home for a growing family.

Outside

This home sits in an elevated position proudly overlooking its 1.5 acre grounds. Approached via automated gates and a sweeping private driveway, this home has mature grounds that are mainly laid to lawn, with a wonderful array of mature shrubs, established hedges and trees throughout – all giving this home a wonderful feel of seclusion and privacy. The tarmacadam driveway provides ample off road parking and leads to the double attached garage, with two single up and over doors. Steps lead to the storm porch and front door where you are welcomed by a beautiful feature climbing wisteria and clematis. The path leads on to a patio ideal for entertaining and another small lawn. Further steps lead back down to the main lawn over to the large summer house. Off the kitchen there is a decked courtyard garden.

Situation

This home occupies a prominent and secluded plot within Farnham, just 0.5 miles from the Town Centre. There is largely level access to the extensive cultural, shopping and educational facilities offered by Farnham town centre including a leisure/sports centre, the Malting’s Art Centre, St Andrew’s Parish Church and Waitrose and Sainsbury’s. Farnham is a historic former market town renowned for its Medieval and Georgian buildings beneath its castle and park and with a good commuter service to Waterloo. The surrounding countryside is interlaced with footpaths and bridleways renowned for its commons many within the ownership of The National Trust including Frensham Common and Ponds.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-67707