Unique home on the edge of a popular village with southerly garden views.

Description

Conveniently located on the edge of the village, Whispering Willows is a unique home forming the substantial portion of this country house overlooking Chiddingfold golf course.
Having been sympathetically converted by the current owners the accommodation offers close to 6,500 sq ft of space ideal for modern family living.

The property, occupying a private and tranquil position, is accessed via imposing electric gates and a sweeping graveled driveway. Approaching the house you are immediately struck by a sense of arrival - an impressive bespoke glass atrium with high ceilings and flagstone floor welcomes you into the entrance hall.

A spacious open plan kitchen / family room off the central hallway has been meticulously designed with stylish bespoke cabinetry, large central island, characterful wine fridge within the feature fireplace and a range cooker in addition to other integrated appliances. Glass doors in the family room lead you into an impressive lounge benefitting from a contemporary log burner and in turn a formal dining area across the hall lending itself well to entertaining and relaxing. To the side of the house is a spacious boot room with a purpose built dog bath and a door leading to a downstairs cloakroom. To the rear of the ground floor there is a scullery offering full catering facilities, ideal for hosting guests.

An individually designed wrought iron staircase and stunning stained glass roof light lead up to a wide, bright and light landing with functional study area and further space to relax. There are four well appointed double bedrooms, two of which, have spiral staircases up to effective mezzanine levels. The principal bedroom has a large dressing area and exceptionally large bathroom with a walk in shower with a stained glass roof. Of particular note, bedrooms one and two enjoy access on to a fabulous private terrace with far reaching southerly views across the garden and beyond.

Outside are a number of formal terraces overlooking the landscaped gardens, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. There is a beautiful oak framed arbour on the top lawn and formal steps leading to the lower lawns and pond with decking area, great for bbq’s.

To the front of the house there is ample parking for several cars with an additional area of parking further down the drive. The grounds extend to approximately 3 acres.

Location

Whispering Willows occupies a very convenient location close to the centre of Chiddingfold, one of the most attractive and sought after villages in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Historic Chiddingfold is the archetypal English village with its church, duck pond, period buildings, old smithy, local shops and pubs all gathered around the village green. Once renowned for local glass-making, Chiddingfold is a friendly and active community now famous for the impressive Guy Fawkes celebration held annually.

Communications are excellent, the main A283 road through the village connects with Petworth and Chichester in the south and with Milford and Godalming in the north. From here the A3 trunk route provides the link to London and Portsmouth and to the airports and the national motorway network via the M25 at Wisley. Fast and frequent rail services to London are available from Witley (within 2 miles), Haslemere, Milford and Godalming.

In addition to local shops in the village for daily needs there is an excellent range of food shopping and general services at Haslemere, Cranleigh and Godalming whilst at Guildford there is a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and cultural amenities including theatre, cinema and sports centre.

There are a number of excellent schools in the area including the village primary and nursery schools, Cranleigh, Priors Field, Highfield, and Charterhouse among many others.

Recreational opportunities include golf at several clubs within reach, country pursuits at a number of local venues, polo at Cowdray Park, racing and flying at Goodwood and sailing at Chichester Harbour. In addition the surrounding countryside offers ample opportunity for walking, cycling and riding.

Square Footage: 6,488 sq ft