3 Bedroom Detached House

**Guide Price £950,000 - £975,000**
An attractive detached cottage enjoying a lovely rural location on the outskirts of the quintessential English village of Plaistow, having undergone a sympathetic programme of restoration and extension to create a luxurious family home.

DESCRIPTION
Set in a peaceful rural location on the outskirts of this sought after village, this attractive detached cottage offers an exceptional blend of traditional charm and modern luxury. The property has been thoughtfully extended and tastefully restored throughout, resulting in a warm and welcoming family home whilst retaining a high degree of character.

The accommodation comprises:

Entering the home through the front porch, you are welcomed into a cosy sitting room featuring a wood-burning stove set within an attractive brick fireplace.
A door from the sitting room leads into a spacious family room, which also boasts a charming brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove.
The family room seamlessly flows through to the impressive kitchen/dining room, beautifully fitted with a wide range of contemporary wall and base units, an inset butler sink, and a central island. There is plenty of space for a dining table and chairs, and two sets of French doors opening onto the rear patio.
A practical boot room/utility area provides access to the outdoors and includes a cloakroom with a WC and wash hand basin.
Upstairs a bright landing leads to the 3 bedrooms and a modern fitted family bathroom/shower room with suite comprising panelled bath, glazed shower cubicle, low level WC and wash hand basin.

OUTSIDE
Positioned within beautiful secluded gardens, the cottage enjoys seclusion and privacy making it a perfect countryside retreat. The grounds are a particular feature, with mature planting, lawned areas, and sheltered spaces ideal for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. Forest Lodge also benefits from ample driveway parking and a range of detached outbuildings offering further versatility. These include a well-equipped home office - an ideal space for remote working or creative pursuits. Subject to the necessary planning permissions and building regulations, this space could be adapted to provide a variety of uses including ancillary accommodation.

AMENITIES
Local: Plaistow offers a primary school, playgroup, village shop with cafe, a public house, church and thriving local community. A further range of shops and amenities are available in nearby Cranleigh and Haslemere.
Towns and Cities: Haslemere (approximately 7 miles), Cranleigh (approximately 8.6 miles), Godalming (10.1 miles), Guildford (approximately 14.5 miles), London (approximately 55.4 miles).
Transport: Mainline station at Haslemere with service to London/Waterloo, whilst the London/Victoria line is served from Billingshurst (approximately 8.4 miles).
Schools: The area is well-served with good schools, including Cranleigh, Guildford Royal Grammar School, Charterhouse, St Catherine’s, Aldro, St Ives, St Hilary’s, Seaford College and Godalming Sixth Form College.
Leisure: Recreational opportunities include golf at Chiddingfold, the West Surrey and the West Sussex Golf Clubs, racing at Goodwood, Fontwell Park and Epsom; polo at Cowdray Park and Knepp Castle and sailing at Chichester Harbour. In addition, there is an abundance of footpaths and bridleways within easy reach.