- Idyllic location +
- Modern interiors +
- Delightful rear garden +
- Set in 0.25 acre at the foot of the National Trust's Hydons Ball +
- Outbuilding +
- EPC Rating = C +
Exceptional family home in this popular semi rural position.
Description
Birchwood is an attractive, half tile hung home situated in the picturesque hamlet, Hydestile, a sought after position approximately 2.5 miles from Godalming. The property originally dates from the 1930s and was extensively refurbished and extended in 2012 by the current owners. Completed to an high standard, the house is immaculately presented throughout and is ideally suited to families with well planned accommodation extending to over 2000 sq ft.
Off the entrance hall are three reception rooms comprising sitting room, a versatile family room, and a study. The kitchen is of a modern design with contemporary style units, integrated appliances, underfloor heating and a dining area with access to the rear decking and garden. Adjoining the kitchen is a useful utility room also with access outside.
On the first floor are four well proportioned double bedrooms, two with en suite shower rooms, and a family bathroom. All bedrooms enjoy a pleasant aspect across the gardens and neighbouring countryside.
Outside is a wonderful decked terrace with pleasant seating areas ideal for al fresco dining in the summer months. Steps lead down to the level lawn and the gardens are framed by mature hedging and a number of specimen trees.
The property is accessed via electric wooden gates leading to a gravel driveway with ample parking space for several vehicles. There is also a useful outbuilding currently used as storage. Planning permission has been granted to erect a detached garage. Further information can be found via the local authority using reference - WA/2011/1378.
Location
The delightful hamlet of Hydestile is tucked away among fields and woodland between the villages of Milford and Hascombe. Situated within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it enjoys a truly idyllic location, surrounded by some of England’s most beautiful countryside yet within easy reach of required amenities and communication.
There are village shops at neighbouring Hambledon and Milford, whilst the nearby towns of Godalming, Haslemere and Guildford offer a wider range of shopping, restaurants, banks and cultural and leisure amenities.
There is a frequent train service from Milford station to London/Waterloo, from about 53 minutes.
The area offers a good selection of schools including King Edward’s, Godalming Sixth Form College, St Catherine’s, St Hilary’s and Charterhouse.
Golf is available at several local courses including West Surrey, Milford and Chiddingfold, polo at Cowdray, racing and flying at Goodwood and sailing at Chichester Harbour.
Square Footage: 2,028 sq ft