5 bedroom detached houseDarby Green Lane, Darby Green, GU17 0DW

Purplebricks are delighted to present to the market Pond Farm a beautiful grade II listed, five bedroom house dating back to the 14th Century. Originally a set of 4 farmworkers cottages with a dairy, these cottages were combined to make a single property in 1800s, with a number of extensions and development since. The house benefits from character features including hand stripped timber beams, solid wooden floors, wooden latch doors, open fireplaces and wood-burners and exposed period brickwork. Downstairs the property benefits from a number of spacious reception areas including a wonderful living space, separate family room & study. The hand-crafted Smallbone kitchen/breakfast room is of particular note, fitted with high quality Miele appliances. The kitchen is open plan to the dining area, with the downstairs also benefitting from utility space, downstairs toilet and a large welcoming entrance hall. Upstairs the generous landing and double staircases lead to 5 bedrooms, two of which are en-suite and a family bathroom. The property is situated on 0.88 of acre, offering complete privacy. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with the a heated outdoor swimming pool with electric safety cover during the warmer months. To the front of the property has a large sweeping driveway, with access to the double garage. The garage has a home gym & office, whilst also having planning in place to convert upstairs to a one bedrom appartment. The location provides a fine balance between urban and rural. The beauty of Swan Lake is a stones throw away, with Yateley Common and Darby Green playing fields are nearby. While offering much for those that offer green spaces, there remains easy access to the M3 with direct links to London from Farnborough Rail just a 10 minute drive. The property is within walking distance of local conveniences, doctors and well regarded state schools, with Yateley Manor, Eagle House and Wellington College just a short drive away.