5 bed detached house for sale

Ockley Road, Beare Green, Dorking, Surrey RH5

Magnificent victorian wing of great character set within beautifully established grounds of approximately 1.1 acres in A delightful rural setting ......

Bell House is a magnificent and substantial wing forming part of an impressive Victorian mansion, now divided into individual dwellings. Formerly the home of the Mortimer family between 1867 and 1944, the house was also occupied by the Canadian Army during the Second World War before being sympathetically divided into separate residences. Our clients have owned Bell House since the mid-1980s, and this is the first time it has come to the open market. Over the years a number of improvements have been undertaken, including the construction of the detached double garage, creation of the ornamental pond, conversion of the loft to provide additional accommodation and, more recently, roof works. The property retains many fine period features, including high ceilings, tall sash windows, original internal doors and attractive fireplaces. Now requiring general updating, Bell House offers a rare opportunity to create a magnificent family home, combining modern comforts with its rich history and architectural character. The accommodation is arranged over four floors and comprises a welcoming entrance hall with cloakroom, impressive sitting room with open fireplace, elegant dining room, study and kitchen/breakfast room. The basement provides a workshop, utility room, boiler room, wine cellar and cellar. The first floor offers four bedrooms served by a family bathroom, whilst the converted second floor provides a further bedroom and useful loft storage. Outside, the beautifully established gardens are undoubtedly a major feature, enjoying an exceptional degree of privacy and seclusion. They comprise sweeping lawns, mature shrub and flower borders, magnificent specimen trees, an ornamental pond and an enchanting area of woodland. A sweeping driveway provides ample parking and turning, leading to the detached double garage with adjoining greenhouse, whilst a variety of useful outbuildings complete the picture. In all, the grounds extend to approximately 1.1 acres.