Detached house for sale in Scillonian Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2

A detached four-bedroom character residence set on a much sought-after West Guildford residential road. This appealing home offers a mix of 1930’s charm and character, with modern kitchen and bathrooms, along with stunning Guildford views, a high degree of privacy and an elevated position in this premium location.

The property is entered via a generous entrance hall with stairs to the first floor and coats storage area. The well-proportioned living room enjoys a triple aspect with a window overlooking the front and patio doors leading to the garden, and further window which enjoys views over the garden. This room has an attractive fireplace with log burner, amtico flooring, and provides ample space for relaxed seating. The separate dining room features a lovely bay window which takes full advantage of the stunning views as well as electric under floor heating.

The bright kitchen runs from the front to the back of the property and is fitted with a range of units and includes an integrated dishwasher and fridge. It also benefits from electric under floor heating. There is a large range cooker as well as a four-seater breakfast table for informal dining. There is access to a wash room which currently houses a separate washing machine and tumble-dryer. Directly from the kitchen is a well-appointed utility room, with a door directly to both the garden and the integrated single garage.

Stairs from the entrance hall proceed to the first-floor landing where a hatch provides access to the boarded loft, which offers potential for converting, subject to the usual consents. There are four good-sized bedrooms, all with fitted storage, and one with a modern en-suite shower room. There is also a family bathroom with separate shower and bath, which has been renovated by the current owners.

A particular feature of the property is the large, established south west facing rear garden. There is a terrace making an ideal space for outdoor entertaining with an extensive lawn surrounded by established hedging and shrubs. To the front there is access to the garage and two driveways, accessed by five bar gates, providing off-street parking. To the left-hand side of the property is a small strip of land which is owned by the property, not currently part of the garden but could very easily be re-integrated back into the plot.

Scillonian Road lies near the foot of the North Downs on the west side of Guildford and is an established and very popular road of character houses, mainly built in the early part of the twentieth century. The property occupies the more spacious upper-end of the road and is extremely convenient, being within half a mile of the High Street and main line station with a fast commuter service to Waterloo in 38 minutes and less. There are many excellent state schools within easy walking distance including the much sought-after Guildford County School, Onslow Infant School and Queen Eleanors Church of England School, as well as various independent schools within the vicinity.