5 bed detached house for sale

Merrow, Guildford, Surrey GU1

Available for the first time since 1986 and offered with no onward chain, 11 Downsway is a beautifully maintained detached residence occupying a substantial plot of approximately 0.27 acres in one of Merrow’s most desirable private no-through-roads. This exceptional property is set within mature and exquisitely landscaped gardens and presents a rare opportunity to purchase a home in a peaceful and prestigious setting in the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The house is a fine example of traditional architecture, featuring a handsome red brick façade enhanced by mature climbing plants, bay windows, and classic detailing. Internally, the accommodation extends to approximately 2,434 sq ft, with an additional 585 sq ft of outbuildings including a detached garage and multiple store rooms, bringing the total to over 3,000 sq ft. The layout is well suited to both family life and entertaining, with spacious, light-filled rooms and a balanced flow between living and dining spaces.

Upon entering, a central hallway provides access to all principal reception areas. The sitting room is generously proportioned with a wide bay window and views across the front garden, while the adjacent dining room, also with a bay, offers an elegant setting for more formal occasions. A cosy family room provides a quiet retreat and leads into a bright breakfast room and kitchen, both of which overlook the rear garden. There is also a utility room, a downstairs WC, and internal access to the side passage and garden buildings.

Upstairs, five bedrooms are arranged around a central landing. The principal bedroom enjoys lovely garden views and is particularly spacious, measuring over 19 feet in length. The remaining four bedrooms are all well-sized and are served by two family bathrooms. The layout offers ample scope for future reconfiguration or extension, subject to planning.

The gardens are a true highlight of the property, providing a sense of privacy and tranquillity rarely found so close to town. The rear garden is beautifully landscaped with shaped lawns, flower beds, ornamental shrubs, and specimen trees, as well as a delightful patio area ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A sculpted archway leads through to the front garden and generous driveway, which provides parking for multiple vehicles and access to the detached garage and adjoining stores.

Downsway is a quiet residential road situated in Merrow, a highly regarded area to the east of Guildford. The road backs onto Merrow Downs and Guildford Golf Course, with direct access to a network of walking and cycling trails that lead into the wider Surrey Hills countryside, including Newlands Corner, St Martha’s Hill and Chantry Wood. Guildford town centre is just 2.4 miles away, offering an excellent range of shopping, cultural and leisure amenities, including the G Live entertainment venue, the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and the Guildford Spectrum leisure complex. The town is well connected with two mainline railway stations providing frequent services to London Waterloo in around 35 minutes. The A3 is just 2.3 miles away, offering fast road connections to London, the south coast, Heathrow and Gatwick airports via the M25 at Wisley (Junction 10).

The area is particularly well served by an outstanding choice of schools. Nearby state options include St Peter’s Catholic School and George Abbot, while independent schools in the vicinity include Tormead, Lanesborough, the Royal Grammar School, Guildford High School, Cranleigh, Cranmore and St Catherine’s in Bramley.

11 Downsway offers a unique opportunity to acquire a much-loved family home that has not been on the market for almost four decades. With its generous plot, prime position, and classic character, this property combines all the best elements of village charm and town convenience, and is ideally suited to families, downsizers or buyers seeking a long-term home in a prestigious Surrey location.