Nestled in a secluded 3-acre plot, Grandview occupies a privileged position within Wood Street Village and its stunning countryside and yet only 8 minutes from Guildford Town Centre. The property has been modernised and significantly improved by the current owners and is accessed via a private driveway. Set over 3 floors there are seven/eight well-proportioned bedrooms and three bathrooms including an en-suite off the principal bedroom on the upper two floors and panoramic views of the nearby countryside. Grandview House offers an idyllic sanctuary cloaked by Surrey countryside.
The ground floor offers an entrance porch, a large entrance hall with a York stone floor, a cloakroom, a glorious formal sitting room with its bay window overlooking the garden, a gym, a playroom/family room and a huge wraparound kitchen, dining living space. The kitchen has been re-fitted by Thomas Ford & Sons with a variety of high-quality units and granite work surfaces, central island unit and range of built-in appliances including a microwave, dishwasher and an Aga gas range with electric ovens and extractor hood above. This area has bifold doors overlooking the patio and the attractive private gardens beyond. On the other side of the kitchen is a door leading to the well-equipped utility room. The third floor has an office area with far reaching views.
Outside
The property is approached via a long driveway, past the paddocks and leads towards the parking area, with plenty of parking for multiple cars and a garage, and numerous versatile outbuildings. The property is surrounded by gardens, laid to lawn, with mature shrubs and trees, providing plenty of privacy. There is a playground area for children and a level lawn.
Location
The residents of Wood Street Village know just how fortunate they are to live here. It is only 8 minutes to Guildford town centre and yet you feel like you are in the depths of the countryside. There are simply miles of countryside walking and bridleways around here and the village green which hosts fetes to dog shows boasts the only surviving maypole in Surrey. There are a couple of pubs within the village with The White Hart on the edge of the green being a great place to meet and eat.
Guildford sits just outside of the M25 and the nearby A3 takes you up to London in just 45 minutes. There are local train stations of Wanborough, Ash and Worplesdon, whilst Guildford and Woking offer fast train services to Central London of just 27 minutes. Guildford is just about equidistant between Heathrow and Gatwick airports with a drive time of approximately 45 minutes and for those of you lucky enough to be travelling by private jet the airport of Farnborough is less than half an hour away.
Guildford borders the Surrey Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. There are endless areas to walk in some of the most glorious countryside such as The North and South Downs and nearby Newlands Corner.
Guildford with its famous 16th century cobbled high street boasts some of the best shopping facilities with its mix of independent and high street shops alike. The Yvonne Arnaud theatre hosts some incredible productions and there is plenty of entertainment to be had at G lIve at the top of the high street. There is a fabulous array of local pubs and restaurants for every taste
With its fabulous high street, glorious countryside and fast transport links It is no wonder that Guildford and its surrounding villages are some of the most desirable areas in the country to live.
Services, Utilities & Property Information
Utilities -Mains Water Supply, Drainage, Sewers and Electricity Supply
Heating - Oil Central Heating
Mobile Phone Coverage - 4G and 5G mobile signal is available in the area we advise you to check with your provider
Broadband Availability – Ultrafast broadband is available in the area.
Council Tax Band: G
Tenancy information
Permitted charges in accordance with the Tenant Fee Act 2019 for ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCY:
Holding Deposit - Maximum one weeks rent (may go on to form part of advance rent)
First months rent - In advance.
Tenancy Deposit - 5 weeks of agreed rent up to £50k rent per annum or 6 weeks of rent over £50k.
Early termination requested by the tenant - A charge not exceeding the financial loss experienced by the landlord.
Late Rent - Interest charged at 3% above Bank of England base rate, when rent is more than 14 days late.
Lost key or security device - Equivalent to cost incurred.
Changing the tenancy documents (after the commencement of the tenancy) - £50 inc. VAT.
NON HOUSING ACT TENANCY fees (not affected by the Tenant Fee Act 2019)
A Non Housing Act Tenancy is formed when one of the following criteria is in place:
The annual rent exceeds £100,000.
The property is occupied by an entity (Company let) rather that an individual.
The property is not used as a main or primary home.
There is a Resident Landlord.
Tenancy Agreement and Setup Administration - £390 inc VAT.
Check-in Fee checking into the property and reviewing inventory - Minimum of £130.00 inc VAT.
Enhanced Reference Fee (per person or company) - £60 inc VAT.
Tenancy Continuation - £150 inc VAT.
Change of Sharer - £120 inc VAT.
Early Termination - £150 inc VAT.
Late payment of rent - Interest will be charged at 3% above the Bank of England base rate.
Guarantor Referencing Fee - £60 inc VAT per guarantor.
Deed of Guarantee - £50 inc VAT.
Stamp Duty Land Tax Payable on tenancies where the rent exceeds £125,000
During the tenancy you may expect to pay:
Utilities (gas, electricity, water)
Council Tax
Broadband, telephone, television licence
Subscription to cable/satellite supplier
Insurance (for your personal and own contents)
Garden maintenance
Parking permits
Please note: The Initial Monies will be confirmed and must be paid by bank transfer. We are unable to accept cash.
Fine & Country are working with UK Lettings Collective (Company number 15313704) and UKLC are members of The TPO and hold Client Money Protection and are members of Propertymark. Further information can be obtained from https://thelettingscollective.co.uk