Littleton Lane, Guildford

This beautifully converted former schoolhouse, located in the peaceful village of Littleton, has been carefully and sympathetically modernised, blending historic character with modern convenience. With attractive Bargate stone elevations, the home is filled with period details and offers a unique setting for contemporary living. The property would also suit a discerning downsizer, offering a perfect combination of charm, versatility, and comfort in an enviable location.

The ground floor welcomes you with a stunning tiled hallway that flows effortlessly into the main living areas. The double-aspect living room is a bright, airy space, featuring a bay window. Double doors lead from the living room to the adjacent dining room, creating an open, interconnected layout that is perfect for entertaining. The flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas ensures the downstairs is an ideal space for family gatherings and social occasions. Double doors also lead from both the kitchen and dining room to the patio, extending the living space outdoors for alfresco dining and relaxing in the mature garden.

The stylish kitchen is equipped with an Everhot oven, bespoke cabinetry, and a breakfast area perfect for casual dining. A utility room, a downstairs shower room, and a separate study complete the ground-floor spaces, offering additional practical elements to the home.

Upstairs, the master bedroom benefits from a luxurious double-aspect design, providing plenty of natural light and built-in storage. The en-suite adds an extra touch of convenience. Bedroom two also includes built-in storage, while bedroom three offers great potential to create an en-suite or a dressing room, enhancing the flexibility of the space. The landing also provides easy access to eaves storage.

The self-contained annexe, with its own independent entrance and staircase, offers incredible versatility. It features a kitchenette, en-suite, and the option to access the main house from the first floor, making it ideal for relatives, guests, an au-pair, or carer. Alternatively, it could serve as a spacious fourth bedroom.

The mature and secluded garden is a true highlight of this property, with wisteria draped along one of the external walls, rose beds, fig trees, loganberries, and raspberries. The garden also features direct access from the front of the property and enjoys views of the Loseley Estate. A terrace area, accessible from the kitchen and dining room, provides a perfect space for relaxing or entertaining. Discovery and Cox apple espaliers are well-designed to give the terrace natural delineation from the lawn below.

Additional outdoor features include a storeroom and an outside cloakroom. A private driveway offers ample off-street parking, while the integral garage provides additional storage or workshop potential and benefits from power and lighting.

Littleton offers a tranquil rural setting with a strong sense of community, yet it is conveniently located close to Guildford’s bustling town centre, with its excellent shopping, dining, and cultural amenities. The property also benefits from proximity to highly regarded schools and superb transport links to London and the South Coast.

This is the first time this house has come to the market since being converted from a Victorian school in 2004/5. It combines historic charm, modern comforts, and a highly versatile layout to suit a variety of lifestyles. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this remarkable property has to offer.