5 bedroom detached house for sale

An elegant home situated in a quiet residential location, less than half a mile from Weybridge mainline station.

Description

Built in recent years with a good specification, this welcoming family home is set in a private setting on Cobbetts Hill, an exclusive road located less than half a mile from Weybridge mainline station.

The large front door opens into an impressive entrance hall with a curved staircase leading down to the basement and up to the first floor. At ground floor level there are two reception rooms, that include a triple aspect drawing room, dining room and there is a separate study. In addition there is a stunning, kitchen/breakfast/family room with American Walnut Veneer Units and hand-painted base units with black granite work-surfaces. Bi-fold doors open up onto the rear patio area, making this the ideal spot for summer entertaining. From the kitchen there is access to the utility room, guest cloakroom and double garage.

A true feature of this property is the basement which comprises a large games/entertainment room which leads to a fantastic TV/cinema room. Additionally, there is a self contained studio complete with a kitchenette. There is also a gym and shower room completing the accommodation on this floor.

On the first floor there is a beautiful main bedroom suite with a bespoke fitted dressing room and en suite complete with a walk in shower. In addition there are a further four double bedrooms, two of which have en suites and a modern family bathroom.

Externally the rear garden is a good size, mainly laid to lawn with a patio area. The gated driveway has parking for several cars.

Location

Located on the South bank of the rivers Thames and Wey where the two rivers meet, Weybridge is an historic town that dates back to the Iron Age. Originally named after the wooden bridge over the river Wey used by pilgrims to the Chertsey Abbey, in the last 100 years Weybridge has become known for its aspirational, innovative and creative residents. Each generation leaving their legacy to the town through its own style of properties and industry.

There was once a royal palace in Weybridge that was used by Henry VIII and his wives, as well as other Kings and Queens. Today, Oatlands Park Hotel is all that remains of the royal estate. You can still find reminders of the original palace in and around Weybridge.

In more recent history, Weybridge was a magnet for motor enthusiasts, as it was home to Brooklands Race Track, some of the track still remains. The river Wey cuts through the Brooklands site. If you wanted to catch some racing without paying, you would take a punt up the river. This was apparently the origin of the phrase ‘punters’. Today you can visit Brooklands Museum and Mercedes Benz World at the site.

Privacy, space and accessibility, an abundance of sports and activities and excellent schools makes Weybridge the perfect location for those who enjoy a variety of interests and passions.

There are many water sports on the Thames: paddle boarding; kayaking; rowing; sailing and wild water swimming are among the most popular. Weybridge also has many clubs for children and adults: tennis; rugby; football; creative arts; horse riding; dance and more.

With several restaurants, pubs and local markets as well as independent and chain cafés the town is well served for a variety of excellent food and drink, just right for your formal and informal occasions. With cinemas, theatres, local art galleries, museums and historic houses and gardens nearby, there is never a shortage of things to do.

Weybridge and the surrounding area has a variety of Ofsted rated good and outstanding primary and senior schools in both the private and public sectors, providing education from nursery through to 6th form and also a very popular 6th form college. These include ACS Cobham International School, Brooklands College, Cleve’s School, Feltonfleet School, Guildford High School, Hampton School, Heathside School, LEH School, Notre Dame School, Parkside School, Reeds School, Royal Guildford School, Sir William Perkins’s School, St. George’s College, Surbiton High School.

The town is near junction 11 of the M25 and is on a fast train line into London Waterloo. Journey time from 31 minutes.

Please note distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 6,688 sq ft