St. Johns Hill Road, Hook Heath, Woking, Surrey, GU21

A spacious 5 bedroom bungalow/cottage with annexe.

A detached character property set in a quiet private position with origins dating back to the 1700's. This five bedroom home has accommodation offered over one level, and includes a self-contained three bedroom annexe converted from the original stables. The property has been home to the current owners for forty five years and they have enjoyed the unique semi-rural position that backs onto local woodland adjacent to St. Johns Lye. The area has paths that lead to the canal towpath and St. johns Lye Park, which are ideal for dog walking. The neighbouring area of Hook Heath is within walking distance and provides local popular sporting facilities that include Woking Golf Club, and Woking Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. The village of St. Johns is within a short walk and provides local shops ideal for everyday needs, there is a choice of restaurants, a chemist, bakery, garage services and a doctors surgery.

The spacious accommodation which is flexible in its use, currently provides five bedrooms and three bathrooms, two kitchens and a utility room. There are four reception rooms which include a triple aspect sitting room with feature open fireplace, dining room, breakfast room and an impressive garden room/family room. Another worthy feature is the impressive part vaulted reception hall which has a large first floor ‘original hay loft` with the old door still retained in the reception hall. There are numerous original features that are retained including one of the stable’s mangers. The property has an interesting history and formed part of one of the larger local estates. Outside, the large gardens approach a third of an acre and provide complete privacy. The rear garden which faces a southerly direction is mainly laid to lawn and features a large area of terrace and pathway that leads to a gated access to the adjoining woodland. There is a double detached garage located at the front of the property with a courtyard providing space to park and turn.