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PROPERTY HOUSE OF THE MONTH How would you describe its design? A quintessential Grade II listed Georgian period residence with origins dating back to the 16th century. Glebe House has many of the features that you would expect of this era, including high ceilings, ornate cornicing and inglenook fireplaces. What is unique about it? There are few Georgian houses in this prime commuter area that are secluded in its grounds yet situated at the centre of an idyllic village. Villages like Chiddingfold are fairly unique, retaining useful amenities such as good local pubs, a tea shop, butcher, chemist and two general stores around a classically picturesque village green. Most unusual feature? The principal reception rooms are of particular note, with an impressive double aspect drawing room complemented by a stunning dining room boasting wonderful trompe l’oeil panelling.
Glebe House, Chiddingfold, Godalming, Surrey GU8 Price: POA 7 bedrooms 5 bathrooms 11,255 sq/ft
What would summers be like here? Simply stunning. The swimming pool area is a real sun trap. There is also a tennis court, croquet lawn accessed via a magical Gothic style oak bridge, a formal vegetable garden and large paddock. Best place to unwind? Adjacent to the pool is the stunning orangery, which is ideal for inside/outside entertaining and offers a gym, changing rooms and kitchenette. Where can we send the kids to school? Too many to choose from: Charterhouse, Cranleigh, Woldingham, Reigate Grammar and Guildford High School. The current owner says… ‘We feel privileged to have lived in Glebe House for 25 years. As well as missing the wonderful house, we’ll also miss the scent of wood smoke drifting across from The Crown, the occasional uplifting peal of the church bells and, incredibly, the song of the nightingale.’ 01483 266700; housepartnership.co.uk; 020 7861 5115; knightfrank.com;
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