Dippenhall, Farnham, GU10

A most attractive double fronted early Victorian house of excellent quality partly built of brick quoins and inset clunch stone which has been enlarged at various stages in its history now providing very comfortable living spaces over 2 floors. The house retains many character features typical of its age with tall sash windows, some with original shutters and high ceilings. There is great flexibility throughout the accommodation and has a detached self-contained 1 bedroom annex. In all a very pleasant period family home in stunning gardens.

Outside

The gardens are a delight totalling some 4 acres of undulating and sweeping lawns with designated walkways with mature shrubs, hedges and trees giving a park like feel with some very private areas. There is a good sized outdoor swimming pool and a full size tennis court. There is a substantial sun terrace ideal for entertaining, relaxing and al fresco dining. The gardens also boast productive covered fruit and vegetable growing areas. There is a greenhouse within the grounds and also a detached tin building, formerly a chapel which acts as a games room. To the front of house is a circular driveway with ample parking for numerous vehicles at the front of the house and in front of the separate garages. There is a third access to another garage and former chapel.

Situation

This superb & spacious period family home is in a convenient and private situation but only 1 mile from Farnham town centre. The attractive Georgian market town offers a wide range of shopping facilities and recreational and cultural pursuits. The development in the centre of Farnham is almost finished with new shops/ retailers and a 6 screen cinema. The historic town of Guildford offers a further wide and excellent choice of amenities about 7 miles distant. Communications from this location are first class with easy access to the A31, A331, M3 (Junction 4) and the A3 all within easy reach providing good access to the national motorway network as well as both Heathrow and Gatwick airports and the south coast. There are mainline stations at Farnham (from 55 minutes) and Guildford (from 37 minutes) providing trains to London on the Waterloo line. There is an excellent choice of schools in the area both private and state including Barfield, Edgeborough, Frensham Heights, Aldro, St Catherines, Lord Wandsworth College at Long Sutton and Charterhouse in Godalming. The surrounding countryside and many miles of National Trust land provide excellent opportunities for walking, riding and country pursuits across heathland and commons. There is a good choice of golf courses in the area at Hankley Nr Tilford, Farnham at The Sands and also at Hindhead.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-52998