Shortfield Common Road, Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, GU10

Beautifully situated and appointed Victorian house in the heart of Frensham.

Description

The Haven is a beautifully situated and appointed Victorian house in the heart of Frensham, offering stunning views of Frensham Common and Hindhead. The property provides a well-balanced layout across two floors, ideal for both family living and formal entertaining. The spacious rooms are accentuated by high ceilings and large windows, allowing for ample natural light. The house has been meticulously renovated by the current owners, preserving its period charm while incorporating modern amenities. Notable features include ornate ceiling mouldings and elegant fireplaces.

An elegant sitting room and family TV/playroom face south, offering picturesque views and both are appointed with cozy gas fireplaces. The formal dining room features a wood-burning stove, adding warmth and character.

The highlight of the ground floor is the bespoke kitchen, which opens onto a rear terrace and garden. This area serves as the informal social hub, with space for dining. The superb shaker style kitchen is equipped with a range oven, built-in appliances, and a wine cooler. The sink is well placed so that it enjoys a sunny west facing aspect.

Complementing the kitchen is a utility/laundry room providing additional storage, neighbouring wet room WC/shower room and access to garden via a stable door.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom boasts stunning southerly views and has an en suite cloakroom. There are three additional bedrooms, all with impressive ceiling heights and served by a well-appointed family bathroom.

The property also includes a detached cottage, perfect for a home office and/or guest accommodation. The cottage comprises a fitted kitchen, reception room, double bedroom and bathroom.

A block-paved driveway at the front provides ample parking.

To the rear of the property there is a delightful well-stocked, part-walled and fenced gardens with a large sun terrace on the south west side of the property. Within the garden is a children’s play area and useful garden shed. The garden is a wonderful haven and an excellent area for outdoor living and entertaining.

Location

The Haven, is located in the highly sought-after village of Frensham, no more than three miles south of Farnham. Within a few hundred yards is a highly regarded pub, The Holly Bush, a village shop and Post Office and a recreation ground with a cricket club, bowls club and tennis club. Also within Frensham on the Reeds Road is Squires Garden Centre and Farm Shop which sells locally grown produce.

The Georgian market town of Farnham offers an extensive range of branded and independent shops. Coffee shops and eateries include a number of restaurants on the picturesque Castle Street and Lion and Lamb Yard; and there is a choice of supermarkets including a Waitrose. The Maltings arts centre offers theatre, film and crafts fairs. Opening soon is the new Brightwells Yard complex, which now has a six screen cinema, and will bring a new town square with shops, restaurants and public gardens. Farnham town hosts an array of seasonal events, fetes and fairs throughout the year.

A wider choice of shopping, recreational and cultural pursuits is available at the county town of Guildford.

Farnham’s main line station offers a fast and frequent service into London Waterloo with journey times from 55 minutes. There is easy access to the A31, A3, M3 and the M25 and Heathrow, Gatwick and Southampton airports.

There is a selection of state and private schools in the area including, St. Mary's C of E Infant School, South Farnham Junior School, Edgeborough, Frensham Heights, More House and Weydon School. Golf is available at Hankley Common and Hindhead and there is tennis available at The Bourne Club and sailing at Frensham.

For outdoor enthusiasts, this part of Surrey offers excellent walking, cycling and riding opportunities. Directly accessible from the house is Shortfield Common and also Frensham Common which is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is home to Frensham Great Pond and Frensham Little Pond. Also close by is Bourne Woods and Hankley Common.

Square Footage: 1,800 sq ft



Additional Info

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Waverley Borough Council

Tax Band: House – G Cottage – A

House EPC=E Cottage EPC=F

Services: The property has all mains services connected