Location
Located on the South bank of the rivers Thames and Wey where the two rivers meet, Weybridge is an historic town that dates back to the Iron Age. Originally named after the wooden bridge over the river Wey used by pilgrims to the Chertsey Abbey, in the last 100 years Weybridge has become known for its aspirational, innovative and creative residents. Each generation leaving their legacy to the town through its own style of properties and industry.
There was once a royal palace in Weybridge that was used by Henry VIII and his wives, as well as other Kings and Queens. Today, Oatlands Park Hotel is all that remains of the royal estate. You can still find reminders of the original palace in and around Weybridge.
In more recent history, Weybridge was a magnet for motor enthusiasts, as it was home to Brooklands Race Track, some of the track still remains. The river Wey cuts through the Brooklands site. If you wanted to catch some racing without paying, you would take a punt up the river. Today you can visit Brooklands Museum and Mercedes Benz World at the site.
Privacy, space and accessibility, an abundance of sports and activities and excellent schools makes Weybridge the perfect location for those who enjoy a variety of interests and passions.
There are many water sports on the Thames: paddle boarding; kayaking; rowing; sailing and wild water swimming are among the most popular. Weybridge also has many clubs for children and adults: tennis; rugby; football; creative arts; horse riding; dance and more.
With several restaurants, pubs and local markets as well as independent and chain cafés the town is well served for a variety of excellent food and drink, just right for your formal and informal occasions. With cinemas, theatres, local art galleries, museums and historic houses and gardens locally, there is never a shortage of things to do.
Weybridge and the surrounding area has a variety of Ofsted rated good and outstanding primary and senior schools in both the private and public sectors, providing education from nursery through to 6th form and also a very popular 6th form college. These include ACS Cobham International School, Brooklands College, Cleve’s School, Feltonfleet School, Guildford High School, Hampton School, Heathside School, LEH School, Notre Dame School, Parkside School, Reeds School, Royal Guildford School, Sir William Perkins’s School, St. George’s College, Surbiton High School.
The nearest junction is junction 11 of the M25 and is on a fast train line into London Waterloo. Journey time from 31 minutes.
Please note distances and times are approximate.
Description
Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in a popular residential location, this charming property is within a mile of both Walton mainline station and Oatlands Village. The property is approached by a private driveway that provides ample parking and access to a double garage.
The property is neutrally decorated, with hard flooring throughout the downstairs. The entrance hall leads to a guest cloakroom, a study and a spacious L-shaped drawing room with double doors leading to a pretty private garden. There is a large kitchen/breakfast room with plenty of storage. A third reception room to the front of the property is currently used as a dining room, but could easily be used as a play room or cosy snug room.
On the first floor are five bedrooms, all of which are light and bright; the main bedroom has a modern en-suite bathroom. A family bathroom completes the accommodation.
The garden has a patio which extends along the rear of the property, creating the perfect space for al fresco entertaining. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, bordered by mature shrubs and plants. At one end of the garden, another patio terrace is sheltered by a long-established south-facing wall, to capture the warmth of the afternoon and evening sun.
Directions
From our office in Weybridge turn left onto Queens Road, take the first left into Oatlands Avenue. Continue to the end of the road and turn left onto Oatlands Chase. Turn right into The Paddocks and then take the first right into Marrowells.