Simply superior in every way, Medlars effortlessly balances the charm of its original architecture with fluid open spaces, exemplary detailing and the quiet luxury of pared-back aesthetics. Transporting you back in time an enchanting frontage pairs the elegant blooms of white hydrangeas with a picture perfect timber framed gabled doorway. Established trees naturally lend seclusion peppering a gravel driveway that sweeps you up to the double fronted facade with its leaded windows and steeply pitched roofs.

Step inside and you'll discover a cleverly updated three storey layout that's both sympathetic and seriously sophisticated. Designed to allow the breathtaking gardens to lend a stunning backdrop, the fluid open spaces of the ground floor are beautifully lit by an expanse of bi-fold doors that tempt you out into the summer sun at every opportunity. The wood floors and refined grey hues of a superb entrance hall flow through contemporary glazed double doors into a spacious living room that fills your gaze with the greenery of the gardens. Supremely stylish yet also utterly homely, its prodigious dimensions include a duo of bay windows one of which supplies cosy seating to curl up and unwind with a good book or favourite podcast. A wood burner within the clean lines of a stone fireplace adds a traditional focal point while the wall of anthracite framed bi-fold doors makes it easy for the terracing to play an integral part of daily life.

With bay windows and a fireplace of its own the large adjacent office effortlessly creates a first class environment for you to work or study from home. Its fitted desk sits perfectly within the curve of the windows and is perfectly matched by a wealth of painted floor to ceiling Shaker cabinetry that provides a notable measure of storage.

Across the hallway it is however the considered interplay of the open plan family room, kitchen/breakfast room and dining room that adds that all important wow factor. Undeniably the heart and hub of the home, this hugely fluid design is equally suited for day to day family life, celebrating key dates in the diary or entertaining friends. Both the family and dining areas open out onto the terracing and whilst one creates a fabulous place to sit and catch up on the day's events, a feature brick wall adds texture and tone to the other. Sitting centrally within this sociable arrangement, the outstanding kitchen/breakfast room is impeccably appointed with the heritage blue hues of painted wood cabinets topped with Silestone. Together they wrap-around to supply a vast degree of storage and workspace and house a wide array of high specification integrated appliances as well as an American-style fridge freezer. An under mounted sink benefits from an additional Quooker tap, while the clean lines of a brilliantly sized central island, that has an induction hob and copious bar stool seating, sits beneath a trio of bronzed pendants and a flush ceiling mounted extractor. Sitting discreetly to the side a notably generous fitted utility/laundry room with a walk-in pantry adds to the sense of space providing excellent additional amenities without encroaching on the aesthetics of the main living spaces. An exceptionally styled cloakroom completes the ground floor.

Follow a graceful turning staircase that's beautifully lit from above by picture windows to the upper two storeys and you'll find the cohesive design themes and leafy vistas echoed throughout each and every one of five double bedrooms. Simply enviable, the magnificent principal suite is positioned to create its own private wing of the house. Entered via a superior dressing room that instantly conjures a feeling of understated luxury with its fitted wardrobes and warm palette, the main bedroom area sits peacefully away from the hubbub of day. Its accent wall combines the intricate patterning of period architraves with sultry black detailing, a seating area offers the chance to relax and unwind, while a free-standing bathtub generates an indulgent centrepiece to a sumptuous en suite that has twin basins and a walk-in waterfall shower.

Ideal perhaps for teenagers, the equally impressive second bedroom has the charm of bay windows and a fireplace as well the luxury of a considerable en suite with a contemporary oval bathtub and chic tile setting. Three further bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms match the consistently high levels of presentation and combine to offer a tremendous measure of flexible accommodation for a growing family and guests.

The bi-fold doors of the ground floor pull back to allow the landscaped terracing to engender an easy flowing extension to each of the reception rooms. Cleverly framed in glass to allow uninterrupted views of the garden, this is an incredibly special place to enjoy al fresco dining and supplies the perfect vantage point to truly appreciate the beauty of the gardens that stretch out before you.

Twin sets of steps tempt you down to the stripes of manicured lawns bordered by flowerbeds and the classical landscaping of a path lined with lavender. True cooks will love the addition of fully stocked raised vegetable beds that sit to the side, while mature Wisteria lends dappled shade to an expansive timber pergola that stretches across the centre of the lawn subtly keeping a recessed basketball court hidden from view. A paved patio is an idyllic spot to recline in the afternoon sun, majestically tall conifers produce a blissful backdrop and high hedging and fencing enhances the cherished degree of privacy and seclusion that these heavenly gardens evoke.

At the front of the property the extensive gravelled frontage has private off-road parking space for numerous vehicles.

Medlars is one of approximately 100 properties located in 'The Hockering', which is a private gated estate in a conservation area and arguably one of the finest locations in Woking. The majority of the properties on 'The Hockering' are substantial houses set in large grounds and all enjoy a rural feel due to the tree lined roads. One of the greatest benefits is its close proximity to Woking station with its mainline service to London Waterloo taking approximately 23 minutes. Woking town centre also offers an extensive range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities.

Currently benefitting from ongoing re-generation Woking has adopted a brighter more contemporary image in recent years.   

Shoppers should head for the town centre where a variety of retail choice can be perused including many high street names with delicious al fresco dining to be enjoyed at Carluccios and Tante Marie. The many other coffee shops, café's, and restaurants including Nandos, Pizza Express and Costa Coffee are on hand for the shopper in need of refreshment.

The entertainment enthusiast will appreciate the New Victoria Theatre where many London and international shows can be viewed, the Ambassadors cinema complex screening the latest film releases and The Lightbox with a canal side setting for an injection of artistic culture.

Sports activities and clubs are well presented in the area with a range of gyms on offer including the recently upgraded sports centre and swimming pool, Hook Heath lawn tennis club, David Lloyds health and racquets club and Pure Gym.   

Cyclists and walkers can step out to rural countryside on Guildford downs and nearby Surrey Hills is recognized as an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Woking is not only a great place to live, it also boasts excellent access to London for commuting, shopping and leisure. Whether you require the daily commute or want to catch a West End show, hit the stores on Oxford Street or explore the historical and cultural attractions, Woking Mainline Station boasts one of the most regular direct services into central London.

You can reach the capital in around 54 minutes via the A3, while London Waterloo is just 25 minutes away by train. If you are heading further afield for business or pleasure, there's also easy access to the M25, M3, and M4, plus Heathrow and Gatwick airports.


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