5 bedroom semi-detached for sale

A truly unique and magnificent Grade II listed dwelling over three levels of approximately 3390 sq ft. Situated within secluded, gated grounds in a private gated road yet conveniently within close proximity to Eshers cosmopolitan town centre.

Originally constructed around 1730 having been designed by renowned Eminent architect William Kent whos commissions include the Treasury buildings in Whitehall and the Horse Guards building in Whitehall. He is remembered as an architect of the revived Palladian style in England. Home Farm House was part of the vast Claremont Estate, steeped in history, most notably having been owned by Prince Leopold of Belgium in 1816.

Since the 1970s this interesting building has comprised of five large apartments, but in later years No1 and No 5 were lovingly restored to make one magnificent home to include, five bedrooms, three receptions, three bathrooms, eat-in kitchen, separate utility room and store room. The property has been beautiful refurbished and maintained by the present owners to retain individuality, yet offers a completely functional, spacious and versatile family home set in wonderful communal grounds.

There is the additional option to convert the property back into two self-contained homes which interconnect, so ideal for family sharing, staff/nanny accommodation or an annexe for rental, subject to the usual planning consents.

The gardens are particularly noteworthy having been created by renowned Capability Brown. Boasting sweeping lawns screened by majestic trees, attractive flower and shrub borders with many exotic and colourful flora. A breath-taking obelisk stands in the centre of the grounds, with original 18th century inscriptions recording the purchase of the estate and another to Prince Leopold of Belgium and Princess Charlotte. The position of the property in the grounds offers a southerly aspect with a good degree of privacy and screening and includes a superb entertaining sun terrace and use of a Summer-house which is ideal for a garden home office. From the rear of the garden, there is access to Claire Hill Golf course via Claremont Drive.

In addition to a single garage, there is a further covered private parking space with garage to the rear and a spacious storage space above, ample off-street parking for visitors. Esher High street offers an array of shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants, an Everyman cinema and Waitrose supermarket. Train stations at both Esher and Claygate run regular services to London Waterloo in 23 and 34 minutes respectively. The area is known for its range of outstanding independent and state schools and the A3 is a short drive away giving access to central London, the M25, Heathrow and Gatwick airports.

Council tax band: G