A really charming country house and garden set in an idyllic rural setting on Sheets Heath within 0.6 miles of Brookwood Station.
Owned by our clients for the last 32 years, Little Tarrel is a 1930s country home with contemporary finishes, sitting within 1.22 acres of south-facing gardens featuring zip wires from a two-storey tree house. Located in a rarely available hidden gem, it is set back from a quiet road behind an in/out driveway with 3006 sq ft of living space, including garaging. A central reception hall leads to two reception rooms, a study, and a modern kitchen, while upstairs the four bedrooms include a principal suite with a dressing room and en suite bathroom. Set back from Benwell Road, Little Tarrel offers a peaceful atmosphere. The entrance features clematis and climbing roses, adding to its 1930s charm. Inside, a large reception hall with a staircase provides access to a triple aspect sitting room with views of the garden, an original wood floor, a neutral palette, and a fireplace. French doors open to a covered seating area in a wonderful and tranquil loggia. The original flooring continues into the dining room, which has a grey colour scheme and access to the garden for outdoor dining. A double-aspect study can also serve as a snug or TV room.The kitchen features handleless cabinets, integrated Neff appliances, and space for an American-style fridge freezer. A window seat offers a view of the garden, and a separate utility room includes a WC and dog wash station. Upstairs, the principal suite forms its own wing with double-aspect windows, an oak floor, a dressing room, and an en suite bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower. Two additional double bedrooms and a large single bedroom share a shower room, refitted five years ago, with underfloor heating. A cloakroom/WC completes the layout, and the loft is boarded and insulated.The front of Little Tarrel is framed with hedging for privacy. It is set back from Benwell Road behind a gravel driveway. There is double garaging with a workshop, an additional single garage, and ample off-road parking. The 1.22-acre grounds include south-facing gardens with a camellia, weeping willow, mature shrubs, lawns, and a walnut tree. A terrace and covered seating area provide space to enjoy the surroundings, while zip wires from a two-storey tree house add a playful feature.Additional InformationMobile Coverage:Please look at the Ofcom website for more information
Sheets Heath is a designated area of Special Scientific Interest. The heath offers the outdoor enthusiast a wealth of opportunities with numerous walks and bridleways. The heathland connects to Pirbright and Whitmoor Commons along with the Basingstoke Canal system. The nearby village of Brookwood is within walking distance and offers a range of local shops as well as a mainline rail service connecting to London Waterloo in as little as 30 minutes. The market town of Guildford is within a short drive (7.4 miles) with the large town of Woking being less than 5 miles away. The area is well served for road connections including the A3 at Guildford and the M3 (Junction 3) at Bagshot providing access to the national motorway network, London and the international airports of Heathrow, Gatwick and Southampton. The property is located next to many fine established golf courses including West Hill, Worplesdon and Woking. There are further sporting facilities in the area such as tennis clubs at Pirbright, Worplesdon and Hook Heath in Woking and racing at Ascot and Sandown. There are a number of schools catering for all ages within a relatively short distance including the Royal Grammar School, Guildford High School, Tormead and Lanesborough in Guildford, Halsted/St Andrews Prep and Hoe Bridge in Woking, Rydes Hill Preparatory in Worplesdon and Pirbright Primary School.