8 bed detached house for sale

South Drive, Virginia Water GU25

Positioned on the prestigious ‘Main Island’ of the internationally renowned Wentworth Estate, this exceptional residence occupies a beautifully level south-facing plot of approximately 2.75 acres in one of Surrey’s most exclusive private estates.

Extending to around 9,800 sq ft across three floors, the property presents a rare opportunity to create a truly outstanding family home within a world-class setting.

The existing accommodation comprises six generous bedroom suites, a collection of elegant reception rooms ideal for both formal entertaining and everyday family living, an indoor swimming pool complex, and detached garaging with self-contained staff accommodation.

The property offers significant scope for refurbishment, modernisation and enlargement, subject to the usual planning consents. In addition, planning permission was granted by Runnymede Borough Council in February 2024 under application ru.23/1370 for the construction of an impressive replacement dwelling extending to approximately 20,000 sq ft.

The proposed neo-classical design is arranged over three floors and full details are available upon request. CGI imagery of the approved scheme is included within this listing.

The prestigious Wentworth Estate spans approximately 1,750 acres of beautifully maintained private grounds and dates back to the 1920s, when renowned developer W.J. Tarrant created an estate of grand homes set amongst mature woodland surrounding the championship golf courses.

Today, the estate remains one of the UK’s most sought-after residential addresses, offering privacy, security and an exceptional lifestyle.

At the heart of the estate lies the world-famous Wentworth Club, home to three championship 18-hole golf courses and a 9-hole executive course, alongside outstanding leisure facilities including swimming pools, tennis courts, a state-of-the-art health and wellness club, restaurants and private dining facilities.

The nearby villages of Virginia Water, Sunningdale and Ascot provide an excellent selection of boutique shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities, whilst the area is also renowned for its exceptional schooling, both state and independent.

For commuters, Virginia Water and Sunningdale railway stations provide regular services to London Waterloo, whilst the M25, M3 and Heathrow Airport are all easily accessible, making the property ideally positioned for both national and international travel