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Grayshott • hampshire
H u n t e r s M o o n
H u n t e r s M o o nGrayshott • hampshire • GU26 6eG
haslemere 4 miles (trains to London Waterloo from 55 minutes) • Farnham 9.3 miles • Guildford 16 miles • Central London 45 miles(all distances and times are approximate)
A country house in a glorious secluded setting with direct private access to hundreds of acres of National Trust land, just 45 miles from London.
Ground Floorouter hall, inner hall, Drawing room, 2 studies, Family room, Dining room
Kitchen/Breakfast room, Utility room, pantry, Cloakroom
First Floormaster Bedroom with en suite Bathroom and 2 Dressing rooms, 3 further Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Cloakroom
Second Floor2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 2 store rooms, attic sleeping area
Lower Ground Floorsubstantial Cellars, Boiler room
external stores, traditional stables, tack room, swimming poolextensive Formal Gardens, Grounds, Woods, paddocks & ménage
In all approximately 7.7 acres
Guildford Country House8 Chertsey street
Guildford, surrey GU1 4hD
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Hamptons- Liphook10 the square, Liphookhampshire GU30 7ah
Guy emanuel01428 722 031
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Farnham GU9 7ph
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situation“hunters moon” is conveniently located on the edge of the thriving village of Grayshott in North east hampshire, close to the borders of surrey and West sussex. “hunters moon” has its own secluded setting, surrounded by ancient woodland, and its land leads directly onto hundreds of acres of beautiful National trust land. the countryside is stunning, varied and wonderful for walking, riding and cycling. some of the most notable National trust beauty spots include: the lakes and woodland around Waggoners Wells, Bramshott Common, Ludshott Common, passfield Common, hindhead Common and the Devil’s punchbowl (a site of special scientific interest). a series of pathways and bridleways are easily accessible and connect these areas; particularly Ludshott Common and its numerous trails. the south Downs are also nearby.
historyrecords suggest that settlements in the area of Grayshott date from 12th century. most of the residential development took place during
the Victorian and edwardian eras. the area became popular with Victorians because of its clean air and height above sea level (Gibbet hill stands at 272 metres above sea level). Flora thompson, author of “Lark rise to Candleford” was appointed assistant postmistress in Grayshott in 1887. the estate, originally known as the “Kingswood Firs” estate and acquired by James mowatt in 1884 who set about building one of the largest houses in the area. Notable neighbours included George Bernard shaw lived nearby at “Blencathra” (now st. edmund’s school, hindhead). James mowatt bequeathed the entire estate to Gonville & Caius College Cambridge to whom it passed on his death in 1931. the National trust acquired part of the estate nearest Waggoners Wells in 1934. Canadian troops were billeted at during the second World War. in 1948, the house was purchased by Lionel Franks who became chairman of the National trust in the area and renamed it “hunters moon”, it is thought after sir robert hunter who founded the National trust (a memorial to sir robert is to be found at Waggoners Wells).
CommunicationsCommunications from Grayshott are excellent with the a3 and a31 are nearby. the opening of the hindhead tunnel in 2011 dramatically improved the journey time to London, which is making the area increasingly desirable. the a3 and a31 allow convenient access to the national motorway network. the m25 is just 21 miles away. heathrow and Gatwick are also both with 50 miles. there is easy access to the coast.
the mainline railway station of haslemere is only 4 miles away and has excellent services to London Waterloo from 55 minutes (the portsmouth line). there are also mainline railway stations at Farnham and Guildford.
schools“hunters moon” has numerous excellent schools nearby. it is less than a mile from the prep schools of st edmunds, the royal school and amesbury school. other notable schools include: highfield at Liphook, Woolmer hill at haslemere, Bedales at petersfield, Frensham heights at rowledge, Charterhouse at Godalming and Guildford high school.
Descriptionas mentioned, “hunters moon” is tucked away in a private spot in the middle of what was once the “Kingswood Firs” estate, a large rural estate between stoney Bottom, Crossways road and Waggoners Wells. although the estate has been developed over the years for residential use, “hunters moon”, which was the principle residence on the estate, remains in a protected position, hidden from view and surrounded by its own land. the house has its own direct private access onto Ludshott Common.
a private drive leads up to the property and arrives at a large turning circle in front of the house. the house is constructed of brick and tile-hung elevations under a multi-pitched, tiled roof. it is said to have been built between 1884 and 1894 though additions have been added over the years. the current owners refurbished the property between 1992 and 1994. the majority of the gardens and grounds lie to the west and south-west of the property. the house has a variety of attractive and unusual design features, including several arched windows, a large bay window in the drawing room and the dramatic, timber clad, pitched roof in the family room to the rear.
inside, the rooms are exceptionally well proportioned and the layout lends itself very well to family living. a central reception hall gives the house a great sense of balance and provides access to the magnificent 32ft drawing room, study, family room, dining room and the wine cellar. the kitchen and utility area, which was substantially redesigned by the current owners, is the generous and comfortable heart of the house. it has an aga, lots of cupboard space and plenty of room for a large breakfast table. the formal dining room is conveniently located for access to the kitchen. Beneath the kitchen are very extensive cellars (including wine cellars), and the boiler room. From the hall next to the kitchen a passageway leads into the wood store.
set over the first and second floors there are 6 bedrooms in total, which are served by 4 bathrooms. the magnificent master suite also has two dressing rooms. all of the bedrooms are good sized doubles and are elegantly presented. For further detail regarding the layout please refer to the floor plan.
Second Floor
Ground Floor
Floor UnderFamily Room
First Floor Cellar UnderKitchen
Cellar
Stables
Hunters MoonGross internal area (approx.)
main house: 7,832 sq ft / 727 sq mFloor Under Family room: 587 sq ft / 55 sq m
external stores: 433 sq ft / 41 sq mstables & tack room: 698 sq ft / 65 sq m
total gross internal area = 9,550 sq ft / 888 sq m
For identification only - Not to scale
Gardens & outbuildingsthe gardens at hunters moon are enchanting and were carefully planned by the current owners and garden designer, Fiona Lawrenson, who has won two gold medals at the Chelsea Flower show. to the rear of the house is a secluded seating area, ideal for outdoor entertaining during the summer months. the garden is mainly laid to lawn and interspersed with lush, mature beds and a variety of trees. a timber framed rose walk leads through to an ornamental part of the garden, which features pretty box hedging. the swimming pool area is incredibly well protected as it is surrounded by the original garden walls, which are attractively adorned with foliage. there is a patio area for poolside entertaining.
Beyond the gardens are the paddocks, which are fenced with post and rail fences and the ménage. the extent of the land and woodland can be seen on the boundary plan.
adjacent to the rear of the property is the stable block, which is a charming period building with 4 stables, a tack room, 2 store rooms and a hay loft above. this building may have potential for conversion, subject to the usual consents.
GeNeraL remarKs aND stipULatioNstenurethe property is for sale freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Local authority east hampshire District Council www.easthants.gov.uk01730 266551
Council taxBand h
servicesthe house is connected to mains water, mains gas and mains electricity. there is private drainage.
Directions (GU26 6eG)From London, take a3 West towards Kingston and portsmouth. Continue on the a3, pass through Guildford and the hindhead
tunnel. immediately after the tunnel take the slip road off the a3 and turn right at the first mini roundabout. at the second mini roundabout take the first exit. take the first right into Crossways road. take the first left into Kingswood Firs. Continue straight ahead, as the road bends to the right, turn left. Continue straight. the driveway to “hunters moon” will be straight ahead. as the drive forks, take the right fork. at the second fork bear left, you will see the house ahead of you.
Viewingstrictly by appointment with savills and hamptons international. if there are any points which are of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss them with us, especially before you travel to view the property.
important Noticesavills, hamptons international and their clients give notice that:
1. they are not authorised to make or give any representations or
warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. they assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. these particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. the text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. it should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Photographs taken: 2012 and 2013 15/06/16 LG
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