Bowers Lane, Burpham

“The history and setting are what make Bowers Mill Lodge so interesting. It has stood beside the Wey since at least the 1870s, yet changes around it have left the house in a remarkably secluded position. After several decades in the same ownership, there is now a real opportunity to take on a small piece of local history and decide what its next chapter should be.” Chris Dean - Chantries and Pewleys
Bowers Mill Lodge has remained in the same ownership for several decades and now offers an exciting opportunity to rethink a distinctive home in an exceptional setting beside the River Wey.
The entrance hall sits at the centre of the ground floor, with two separate reception rooms arranged either side. The living room has a broad bay window and fireplace, while the dining room sits to the rear with glazed doors opening directly into the garden.
The kitchen has units along two sides and a wide window above the sink bringing in plenty of natural light. A door leads into the adjoining utility room, providing additional preparation and storage space, direct access outside and a practical place for muddy wellies or dogs. Together, these rooms provide clear potential to be reworked as part of a wider scheme of changes.
Upstairs are two bedrooms and a bathroom, with views across the River Wey adding something particularly special from this level. The principal bedroom is a generous double with a wide window overlooking the surrounding landscape and a substantial run of fitted cupboards. The second bedroom sits separately across the landing.
The house now requires modernisation, giving a new owner the opportunity to reconsider both the existing layout and the way it connects with the garden. There may also be scope to alter or extend the property, subject to the necessary permissions.
Outside, the garden has considerable potential. A walled section opposite the dining room could become a defined terrace or feature garden, while the grounds continue around the other side of the Lodge, with mature planting and established boundaries providing privacy. Combined with the River Wey and open countryside immediately around Bowers Mill, the setting lends itself particularly well to a family who enjoys spending time outdoors.
Parking is available within the grounds, just beyond the entrance to the house.
Local Area
Bowers Mill Lodge is discreetly tucked away surrounded by open farmland and the River Wey and opposite the Sutton Place Estate yet conveniently situated just to the north of Guildford and five miles south of Woking. For commuters to London, access to the A3 is close by and there are excellent rail services from both Guildford Station (Waterloo from 35 minutes) and Worplesdon main line station (Waterloo from 30 minutes) which is about three miles.
For daily requirements, Burpham shopping parade and Sainsbury's is within one mile whilst both Guildford and Woking offer more comprehensive shopping, educational and recreational facilities. There are a number of wonderful walks along the River Wey and neighbouring countryside.