Firfields, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13

A substantial modern family home home set in a highly desirable private road in Weybridge.

Description

Set in a desirable private road opposite woodland, 0.4 of a mile from Weybridge mainline train station, this outstanding family home has flexible accommodation and attractive landscaped gardens with an outdoor pool. This beautifully presented home offers a natural flow throughout making it suitable for both formal entertaining and family life.

The ground floor features double doors opening into a large double aspect formal reception room and dining room, with a stunning marble feature fireplace. Leading through double doors is a further double aspect reception room with doors to the garden terrace. From here, there is access to a gym with adjoining bathroom facilities including steam shower. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room has a comprehensive range of solid oak fitted units, integrated appliances and polished granite tops, a breakfast dining area and an informal sitting area with a wall integrated gas fire. Underfloor heating is provided throughout. French doors open directly onto the garden. A fitted utility room with access to the integral garage, a Neville Johnson built in study and a cloakroom complete this floor.

On the first floor there is a spacious main bedroom suite with dressing room, fitted wardrobes and a luxury en suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower. Four further beautifully presented luxury bedrooms, two of which have ensuites and a family bathroom complete this floor. All bathrooms have underfloor heating.

On the second floor is a further good-sized bedroom with an en suite, this would be the perfect space for a nanny or live-in help.

Access to the front of the property is controlled by automated electric gates which together with CCTV and a monitored ADT alarm system provide comprehensive security. To the front of the property is a spacious gravel driveway, which provides ample parking for several cars and leads to the double garage.

The beautifully landscaped southerly facing rear garden is principally laid to lawn with mature trees and planted borders. There is an outdoor pool providing the focal point within the garden. A large sun terrace adjoins the house creating the perfect space for outdoor entertaining. There are two outbuildings, one ideal for storage, and the other is currently used as a hot tub house.

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: 5,025 sq ft