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Countryside commute: Surrey to central London in 25 minutes

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Want to enjoy a stunning countryside setting but without having to leave your job in London? With a commute time from as little as 25 minutes, Surrey could be the perfect option. We talk to our Woking and Guildford Sales Managers about the benefits of making the move and take a look at some of the best properties we have that are perfect for those commuting into central London.

Woking

Craig Brant, Woking Sales Manager

Known for its village feel and fantastic range of schools, as well as beautiful surroundings, it’s easy to see why Woking is a popular choice for those moving out of London. On-going major redevelopment, including a £250 million investment in the Victoria Square proposal, is sure to see the area only increase in desirability.

Craig Brant: “The main benefit to living in Surrey is that you can make your money go further without sacrificing on your commute time into central London. Put into simpler terms, buyers can get much more space for their budget in Woking in comparison to London!

Surrey itself is a beautiful place to live, with plenty of green spaces that give the feel of living in the middle of the countryside, but with the distinct advantage of being able to catch a 25 minute train to London Waterloo.”

First- time buyers

Metro Apartments, Woking, GU21

Metro Apartments, Woking, GU21 - £329,950

This two bedroom second floor flat is presented in good condition throughout and includes both a south-facing balcony and off-street parking.

Distance from station: 0.4 miles, 9 minute walk

Mid-range

Lavender Road, Woking, GU22

Lavender Road, Woking, GU22 - £445,000

Offering a quiet location, this three bedroom end-of-terrace house has recently been refurbished and includes a lovely private garden.

Distance from station: 1 mile, 22 minute walk

Upsizing with style

Oriental Road, Woking, GU22 - £1,080,000

This stunning five bedroom detached house provides an enormous amount of space, including four reception rooms, which will be difficult to find going further into London! It also comes with a well maintained garden and off-street parking.

Distance from station: 0.2 miles, 4 minute walk

Guildford

Greg Nickson, Guildford Sales Manager

Greg Nickson, Guildford Sales Manager

With its beautiful cobbled high street, historic architecture, vast range of local amenities and beautiful surrounding countryside, it is little wonder that Guildford was voted 8th best place to live in Britain in 2015*. Often referred to as “the heart of Surrey”, the town can be found on every ‘best commuter hotspots’ list.

Greg Nickson:

“Living in Guildford means you have the countryside right on your doorstep, but you are still within as little as a 37 minute train journey to London Waterloo. You could leave the office and in under an hour be riding your bike on the picturesque Surrey Hills!

Along with professionals attracted by the relatively short commute, the range of good schools in Guildford draws families to the area. George Abbot School is a prime example of a sought-after educational facility, while there are also a number of exceptional private schools.”

First-time buyers

Chapel Street, Guildford, GU1

Chapel Street, Guildford, GU1 - £325,000

Set moments from the numerous shops and restaurants along Guildford’s cobbled high street, this lovely two bedroom maisonette includes a private entrance and scenic views.

Distance from station: 0.4 miles, 9 minute walk

Mid-range

Stoke Road, Guildford, GU1

Stoke Road, Guildford, GU1 - £415,000

Set within a modern development close to Guildford town centre, this superb two bedroom ground floor flat benefits from well presented interiors, a communal garden and off-street parking.

Distance from station: 0.6 miles, 13 minute walk

Upsizing with style

Ivor Close, Guildford, GU1

Ivor Close, Guildford, GU1 - £1,150,000

This outstanding five bedroom house is part of a beautiful Edwardian mansion and offers a wealth of traditional features throughout numerous rooms. It may be a bit further from the station, but a garage and off-street parking provide ample room for more than one car.

Distance from station: 1.4 miles, 30 minute walk or 9 minute drive.

If you’re interested in making the move further out of London, then take a look at the rest of the properties we have available for sale in both Woking and Guildford.

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