Old Hatch Farm, Dorking Road, Abinger Hammer, Surrey, RH5

Harmonious additions were added circa 1600s with the most recent extension believed to have been erected in the 1900s. This exceptional timber framed and brick property enjoys period oak beams to walls and ceilings typical of the era, yet boasts high ceilings throughout. Living space is in abundance, with the oldest section being the drawing room with a chalk open fireplace. The inglenook fireplace within the triple aspect living room, in close promity to the kitchen, has the original bacon cupboard in situ on the left hand side.

Parquet flooring extends across the majority of the ground floor. Numerous leaded oak framed windows allow for an abundance of natural light. The grand oak main staircase leads to a spacious vaulted landing area. The principal bedroom is sizeable with the historic fascination of a priest hole to the right of the fireplace. The further four bedrooms are large doubles with bedroom 2 having impressive joinery, resulting in the * aspect of Grade II Listed being awarded.

Old Hatch Farm is situated in the idyllic village of Abinger Hammer, within the Surrey Hills (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
The property sits within about 1.1 acres with uninterrupted views towards The National Trust Abinger Roughs and Netley Park and beyond. Picturesque copses and woods within the locality are ideal for walking, cycling and riding. The nearby Village Green is home to the local cricket club and hosts matches during the summer months. The River Tillingbourne flows nearby and joins the River Wey at Guildford and is renowned for its tranquillity and scenic walks.

The historic villages of Gomshall, Peaslake and Shere are within close proximity and provide a range of traditional village stores and post offices, along with country pubs and restaurants. This area is wonderful for cycling and hiking with Peaslake having its own bike shop.

Dorking town centre is about 5 miles away and has a variety of local shops, restaurants and coffee shops. Other recreational facilities
include, Dorking Halls Theatre and Leisure Complex. Further leisure facilities in the locality include golf at Gatton Manor Golf and
Leisure Venue.

More extensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found within the town of Guildford which is about 8 miles away, with approximately the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and G Live providing outstanding theatre and music concerts.

There are a wide range of excellent schools in the area which include, Peaslake Primary School, Shere Primary School, Cranmore, Cranleigh, The Royal Grammar, Guildford High School, Duke of Kent and Belmont.

Old Hatch Farm sits in an elevated position overlooking woodland and open countryside with direct access onto National Trust Land.

A traditional garden path set between lawns and flower beds, leads to the main entrancecirca 16th century.

The gardens to the rear aspect include a substantial level lawn with uninterrupted undulating countryside views.