Surrey Homes | SH97 | February 2023 | Education Supplement inside

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£8,950,000
Damien Pestell picks his favourite homes on the market
Guildford
The dream: A Grade I listed manor
house that dates back to the 11th
century and is thought to be the UK’s
oldest continuously inhabited house.
Updated and modified throughout the
course of a century, it has been visited
by royalty and figures of historical
significance. Surrounded by a moat
the house includes a host of incredible
features including the west wing with its
own entrance and the potential to be let
separately, while the east wing features
a remarkable 40 foot indoor pool.
Where: The attractive and ancient
village of Wonersh, surrounded
by the Surrey Hills and less than
4 miles from Guildford.
Setting: Set in 10 acres of its
own private grounds.
Beds: 10 Baths: 6
Special features: The sublime
drawing room with panelled walls
and fireplace has direct access to the
indoor pool, should you fancy a dip.
Pleasing details: The owner of the
house allegedly contributed to the
Crown during the battle against
the Spanish in the 16th century, in
return he was given some timber
from the Spanish Armada, which
is now in the dining room.
Outside: The glorious gardens and
grounds include a walled garden,
formal lawn, a beautiful lake hosting
an abundance of wildlife, and the
wonderfully named Bog garden. A hard
tennis court, WWII air raid shelter
and meadow are further places to
explore while a useful stable yard has
the potential to be used as a helicopter
hanger or for equestrian needs.
Time to town: The main line station
at Guildford offers a fast and frequent
service into London, with journey
times from around 36 minutes.
Agent: Savills 020 7016 3780 savills.com
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