Property description
Keeper's Cottage is a charming Grade II listed 16th Century, 3 bed cottage. It stands alone in gardens & grounds at the heart of the Devil's Punchbowl surrounded by over 1000 acres of beautiful National Trust land. No neighbours, no sounds of traffic, yet only 45 miles to London!
117 year unexpired National Trust lease
This property is completely secluded - a hidden gem. Ideal for a purchaser looking for isolation and tranquillity in the Surrey countryside, yet within 45 miles of London. The cottage is situated at the foot of the Devil's Punchbowl, this is an idyllic location approached via a locked-gate, along an unmade track across National Trust land with an open outlook over fields and adjoining acres of ancient mixed deciduous woodland. Shops at Hindhead cater for day to day needs. For more comprehensive facilities, Haslemere to the south-east offers a wide selection of specialist shops, schools and a sports centre with gym, squash, tennis & swimming pool. There are numerous excellent bars, restaurants, cafes and supermarkets. Haslemere station offers a frequent service to London Waterloo in under an hour, or by road the A3 can be reached at Hindhead providing a link to London, Guildford and the south coast.
Access to the property is gained via five bar gate along sandstone paved drive to front door.
Living Room 4.33m x 2.97m (14'2\" x 9'9\")
Feature oak beamed living room with inglenook fireplace. Double glazed window to rear aspect and French doors lead to the rear of the property, living room benefits from clay tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Turning ancient oak staircase leading to bedrooms one and two.
Kitchen 4.09 x 2.58m (13'5\" x 8'6\")
Fully fitted, recently renovated kitchen with built in base and eye level work units set to roll top work surface and Rayburn stove. The floor has underfloor heating and all windows are double glazed. Turning staircase leads to bedroom three and opening gives access to dining room with complimentary beamed opening to side.
Dining Room 3.18m x 2.5m (10'5\" x 8'2\")
Double glazed window to front aspect and wooden door providing access to downstairs bathroom.
Bathroom
Three piece bathroom suite comprising bath, low level WC and wall mounted hand wash basin. Double glazed window to rear aspect.
Master Bedroom 4.33m x 3.04m (14'2\" x 10')
Beautiful main bedroom with high ceilings and feature beams. Double glazed windows to both front and rear aspects.
Bedroom two 3.35m x 3.05m (11' x 10')
Access to bedroom two is via bedroom one or alternatively through bedroom three. Double glazed windows to both front and rear aspects.
Bedroom three 4.1m x 2.55m (13'5\" x 8'4\")
Access to bedroom three is via separate turning staircase from kitchen. Double glazed windows to both front and rear aspects.
Outside
To the rear of the property is a large lawn area ideal for entertaining. There is also a useful garden shed for storage. This beautifully secluded rear garden, approx 1 third of an acre, provides stunning views of ancient National Trust woodlands and heath that surround the cottage.
The property also houses a two storey oak barn. Ground floor comprises office space with underfloor heating, wood store and car port. To the first floor is an open room with scope to convert to accommodation subject to planning consent.
Vendor Note: Via private arrangement with the national trust, farm animals can be kept on the fields immediately to the rear of the property for a fee.
Direction
Head northeast on The Dene on the A31 towards Petersfield Road, slight right onto Petersfield Road, turn left onto the A32, turn right, turn right onto B3006, at the roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A3, take the A333 exit towards Hindhead/Grayshott, at the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Portsmouth Road on the A333, go through 1 roundabout, turn left onto Tilford Road on the A287, turn right, turn left then turn right again and your destination will be straight ahead of you.
General Information:
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Tenure: We understand the property is offered for sale LEASEHOLD.
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Property Features :
- No chain
- Beautiful 16th century cottage
- Oak barn with car port, office and potential for conversion
- Underfloor heating, central heating and double glazing
- Stunning views over open fields and woodland