Worplesdon Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU3

Handsome Grade II listed eight bedroom home, beautifully refurbished with wonderful gardens, cottage, pool and tennis court.

Description

Formally known as ’Cobbetts’ and the home of Lord and Lady Stott, Pitch Place House has been beautifully refurbished throughout by the current owners with an emphasis on classical modern living. This stunning family house is believed to date back to 1683, is Grade II listed, built in red brick under a tiled roof and is described in Pevsner as being a “mid-c17 house” with “late and deft” detailing. Striking features of the house are the Dutch gabling and a wealth of period features.

Approached via new gates to a gravel driveway with turning circle, there is a sense of arrival at Pitch Place House, which is an exceptional country home set in a popular and convenient location close to Guildford, loc al stations and the A3. The current owners have retained the character and charm one would expect of a property of this era.

The main house offers superb well-proportioned living accommodation and is accessed via an impressive front door to a wonderful welcoming entrance hall with Herringbone flooring that leads onto the three principal reception rooms. The main reception room is a memorable room with its sash windows, hand made mouldings and panelling, fireplace and triple aspect views over the formal rear gardens. The house has been planned thoughtfully with formal dining room and sitting room, as well as the kitchen/breakfast room extending to a snug and utility room.

This allows a huge amount of light to come through into the kitchen, offering southerly views over the gardens and pretty rear patio.

The first floor is accessed via an impressive turned staircase with galleried landing overlooking the hall. The principal bedroom is to the rear of the house with an en suite bathroom which include Burlington fittings as well as underfloor heating and double aspect taking advantage of the garden views. Additionally there are two further double bedrooms and two bathrooms on this floor. On the second floor, there are four further bedrooms and two bathrooms accessed via two separate staircases.

There is a two bedroom cottage which comprises hallway, reception room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom ideal for guests or an au pair.

Outside, the gardens are a beautiful feature of this property that have been well planned, lavishly stocked and wrap around the house. There are some fine mature trees including Canadian Oak, English Oak, Copper Beech, Walnut and Indian Beam as well as fruit trees. There is a large flat lawn area, tennis court, swimming pool (with air source heat pump) and secret lawn beyond. Further tree planting has taken place along the boundary line.

There are a number of outbuildings including games barn, studio/office, former stables now used as a large triple garage with inspection pit and room above, outside WC, workshop and green house.

There is a sophisticated security system throughout including a panic room as well as high speed Internet access.

Location

The historic village of Worplesdon is conveniently situated in Green Belt midway between Woking and Guildford, and surrounded by miles of commons and farmland. There is an excellent bakery, village hall, ancient parish church, primary school, cricket and football clubs.

The village retains a distinctly rural feel with the advantage of extensive shopping, leisure and cultural amenities available nearby at both Guildford and Woking.

The train station at Worplesdon is approximately 2.8 miles away with journey times to London Waterloo from 30 minutes. Fast trains are also available at Woking and Brookwood.

There is an excellent choice of schools in the area including Rydes Hill Preparatory School, Guildford High School, Royal Grammar, Tormead and Hoe Bridge among many others.

Recreational opportunities include golf at Worplesdon, Woking, West Hill, Sutton Green and Pyrford, flying at Fairoaks and a variety of activities at sports and leisure centres at both Guildford and Woking. In addition, the surrounding countryside, including the North Downs and the Surrey Hills, offers excellent walking, cycling and riding.

Square Footage: 6,517 sq ft