6 Bedroom Detached for sale

Property description

This stunning Grade II listed residence of immense character, is a unique 6 bedroom family home of historical interest with 5 reception rooms, a south facing aspect and a convenient location for Merstham and the commuter. Designed by the famous Arts & Crafts architect MH Baillie-Scott in 1898 with an attractive stone and timber facade and elegant chimneys, the house retains much period charm and character with hand crafted oak front door, wooden floors and opulent wood carvings and bespoke, intricate ironmongery. The principal living rooms all enjoy a southerly aspect and of particular note is the beamed, double aspect drawing room which features a window seat, oak flooring and is dominated by the impressive inglenook fireplace. There are 4 further reception rooms which include a study with window seat, a sitting room with stone fireplace with Duck & Nest grate, a dining room and the breakfast room beyond the kitchen. The kitchen has solid oak fronted units and a butler sink. A pantry, utility room, a shower-room and a bathroom complete the ground floor. The encased staircase is simply stunning with the wood carvings and window to the rear. There are 6 bedrooms, five of which have a southerly aspect. The guest room and playroom were originally servant quarters and have a separate staircase that leads down to the kitchen. The family bathroom has a luxurious free standing roll top bath with shower attachment.

Situation
Located on the North Downs and convenient for both the local shops in Merstham and for the commuter. Merstham railway station, (0.6 miles away), provides connections into London Bridge and Victoria in about 30 minutes. Reigate, Redhill and Caterham town centres provide more extensive shopping facilities. The M25 (J7) and M23 (J8) are accessible nearby and local schools include The Hawthorns, Oakhyrst Grange, Caterham and Reigate Grammar. Leisure facilities nearby are The Surrey National and Bletchingley Golf Clubs, Nutfield Priory Spa & Health Club and Mercers Park Aquatic Centre.

Outside
Set in grounds of 0.745 Acres/0.3 Ha, this pretty property is approached by a stone path which leads to the front door. There is a single garage with off street parking to the front, a boiler room and a cellar ideal for storage. Spanning the southern facade is a level lawn and patio maximising the sunny aspect. To one corner is a children's playhouse and the garden is tiered with steps leading down to a further patio and green house. The majority of the garden is laid to lawn with a further level area ideal as a children's play area with evergreen screening shrubs and mature trees to the boundary.

Additional Information
The Department of National Heritage Listing Schedule for Little Shaw gives some further information. It states that some building materials are thought to have come from Newgate Prison and the former Old Bailey as well as noting that the interior has been remarkably unaltered. It particularly notes the stone fireplace with Duck Nest grate in the sitting room, the inglenook with seats and window in the original Hall (currently used as the Drawing Room), the window seats, the elaborate and ornamental hinges and pattern of studs on the doors, the main staircase and the oak floorboards. Commentators credit Baillie-Scott with making dwellings into perfect little works of art with endless attention to the smallest detail, even designing intricate door and window latches and fireplace surrounds. He designed his houses from the inside out, with the space flowing from room to room in an unconventional manner. Architectural commentators on his designs have written that each room is an individual creation. Viewing is essential to appreciate the heritage and elegance that the property has to offer.

Property Features :

• 6 Bedrooms
• 3 Bath/Shower rooms
• 5 Reception rooms
• Kitchen
• Utility Room