Cardwells Keep, Guildford, Surrey, GU2

Cardwell’s Keep is a distinctive four bedroom mid-terrace home that blends Victorian grandeur with modern comfort, located in a sought-after residential development in Guildford. Once part of the historic Stoughton Barracks, this property was originally constructed in 1876, and retains many of its original architectural features, offering both character and a high standard of contemporary living. Famous locally, Sir Michael Cain did his military service here and the property appeared in the 1958 movie “Carry on Sergeant".

Serving as the secure “keep” of the barracks, the building historically functioned as an armoury, guard house, and storage facility. It formed a crucial part of the Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) operations until the barracks were decommissioned in 1983. The transformation of this site into a residential community occurred in the mid-1990s when Countryside Homes sensitively redeveloped the area, maintaining the striking Victorian architecture. Cardwell's Keep stands today as a key feature of this historic development.

Internally, the house offers well-balanced and versatile accommodation across two floors. The ground floor includes a spacious living room, a separate dining room ideal for entertaining, and a bright, well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room with access to the garden. A convenient office at the front of the house provides a quiet space for home working, and a downstairs cloakroom completes this level. Upstairs, the first floor is arranged around a central landing and includes four generously sized bedrooms. The main bedroom is complemented by an en-suite, while the remaining rooms share a family bathroom.

Externally, the property boasts a beautifully maintained and private rear garden. The space is thoughtfully landscaped with patio areas, artificial lawn, mature planting, and potted trees, making it both easy to care for and visually appealing year-round. The garden leads to a separate garage and adjoining carport, providing ample off-road parking and secure storage.

The Conservation Order, once in place to protect the architectural integrity of the area, has now been lifted, offering greater flexibility for future alterations or improvements.

This unique home merges period charm with modern convenience, set within a vibrant community shaped by its distinguished past.