Westcott, Dorking, Surrey, RH4

A beautifully finished, ultra-efficient family home that offers a unique blend of bespoke designed, practical, modern living, with about five acres in this idyllic rural setting.

Description

This fabulous home has been Individually re-designed and refurbished to embody an exceptional build specification focused on ease of maintenance and energy efficiency, with advanced materials and smart technology ensuring both sustainability and an impressive energy performance. The accommodation is arranged over two floors to provide about 2,868 sq ft of floor space with a focus on providing natural light, with large windows and open spaces designed for modern living with a seamless flow from room to room, blending functionality with luxury living. This home relies on a combination of strategies to minimise energy consumption and maximise efficiency, primarily through insulation, electrification and renewable energy sources.

The ground floor includes a stunning and substantial open plan kitchen/reception room which includes a full size island unit and a fabulous range of integral appliances befitting a home of this quality. The substantial rear living room features a sleek integral wood burning stove and double doors that open out onto the south facing garden. There is a separate utility room and a large gym/storeroom. Bedroom four is on the ground floor, along with a separate shower room/W.C,. but would also double as an extra reception room,

The first floor opens into another impressive reception area of some 456 sq. ft. with doors that open onto a stunning wrap around balcony. The room is vaulted and features an inglenook style fireplace feature with wood burning stove.The principal bedroom on the first floor has fitted wardrobes along with an en suite bathroom. There are two further bedrooms on this level along with the large family bathroom.

There is a private driveway that leads around the property and to the detached garage. The South facing gardens are landscaped to maximize the space and features a lovely terrace for entertaining, raised lawns and mature planted screening. There is an adjoining separate field of about five acres which is currently maintained as a wild meadow and copse, and houses a chicken coop and bee hives.
The energy saving additions include:
A dedicated fast electric car charger installed.

Additional insulation was added to walls, ceilings, floors, and around windows and doors to minimise heat transfer, reducing heating and cooling. Also, external windows and glass doors are all double-glazed.

The entire ground floor and the first-floor living area have a new, efficient wet underfloor heating system. The first-floor bedrooms and landing have ‘Jaga Strada’ radiators that use an energy-efficient low-H2O heat exchanger technology to work alongside air source heat pumps. The combination of these radiators and the underfloor heating is ideally suited to renewable energy systems with a low flow water temperature.

An Eddie water heater control and smart thermostats are installed and allow for precise temperature control and scheduling, optimising energy use based on occupancy and needs.

There are 21 x JA Solar 395W photovoltaic panels mounted on the roof with a total capacity 8.71 kW and an estimated annual generation: 7574 kWh

There are 2 x ‘Tesla Powerwall 2’ batteries, a fully integrated AC battery system that provides energy storage for solar self-consumption, time-based control, and home electricity backup. They have 27kWh storage capacity and up to 10kW continuous output

There are two air source heat pumps, AroTHERM plus 7kW R290, with a Vaillant SensoCOMFORT controller.

There is also a thermal battery for hot water supply Sunamp 300 HP-SG. The thermal battery is charged using heat pump and solar PV. It is smaller than a traditional hot water cylinder and it stores heat to deliver instant, high flow-rate hot water (A+ energy rating)

All appliances are energy efficient and all lighting is efficient LED lighting. The majority of internal and external lights are all smart lights controlled by a Philips Hue application.

All roof windows and a number of the internal blinds are linked to climate controls to open and close as required due to internal temperatures and rainfall.

Location

Westcott sits within the beauty of the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers an idyllic village lifestyle, revolving around the quintessential village green, historic church, and collection of traditional pubs, including The Prince of Wales, a popular stop for walkers and cyclists exploring surrounding countryside. The village has a useful range of local amenities, including a convenience store and post office, a bakery and specialist independent businesses.

This home is situated in a pretty and quiet private lane about two and a half miles from central Dorking, a short bus journey away. Dorking is a bustling market town with several lively pubs and award winning restaurants along with the renowned antiques quarter. Dorking also has a thriving cultural and independent shopping scene with large brand supermarkets Waitrose, M&S, Sainsbury's and Lidl as well. It is home to local, independent traders, quirky boutiques and a vibrant art scene. This quintessential market town is becoming renowned for its local food, pastry, craft spirits and beer, putting Dorking on the culinary radar. Dorking has activities for both active parents and children, examples include Dorking Sports Centre offering a swimming pool, gym, and regular exercise classes, Dorking Halls and Theatre with regular live shows and a cinema. Open spaces at Meadowbank Park including a large playground and Meadowbank football stadium, home to Dorking Wanderers. Dorking Rugby Club (and gym) is just a short distance away in Brockham and Dorking Lawn tennis and squash club is conveniently located just a few roads away.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the village offers direct access to stunning walking and cycling routes leading to iconic landmarks like Box Hill, Ranmore Common and Leith Hill, promising endless opportunities to embrace the magnificent Surrey landscape.

For commuters, Dorking mainline station offers regular services to London (Victoria and London Bridge), Guildford, and Horsham. Dorking West offers services to London via Redhill. Bus routes also connect Westcott to Dorking and other nearby towns, ensuring convenient travel. There are good road links to London and the South coast and the M25 motorway (accessed via Junction 9 at Leatherhead, within 6 miles) provides access to London, Gatwick, Heathrow and the National Motorway network.

Families are well-served by highly regarded local schools, including Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School, right in the heart of the village. Other schools in the area include St Martin's Primary, The Ashcombe Secondary, St Paul's, St Joseph's and The Priory. Notable independent schools include; City of London Freemen's, St John's School Leatherhead, Reigate Grammar and Box Hill School.

(Please note all distances and times are approximate)

Square Footage: 2,868 sq ft


Acreage: 4.98 Acres