Bray Road, Guildford, GU2

What I really love about this house is how well it balances character and comfort. It feels polished and welcoming, with lovely light through the kitchen and a peaceful setting so close to town. Pippa Barnes — Chantries & Pewleys

Set at the end of a quiet no-through road, this Victorian detached home is ideally positioned for both town living and everyday calm. The station and High Street are within easy reach, yet the house itself feels settled and private, with a layout that works easily for modern life.

The ground floor is bright and sociable. The kitchen and dining space sits at the heart of the house, finished in a clean, contemporary style and designed for everyday use as well as entertaining. There’s plenty of worktop space, and the open connection to the dining area makes it a natural place to gather. Bi-folding doors open directly onto the garden, drawing in natural light and creating a strong link between inside and out.

To the front, the sitting room is full of character, with a bay window, period fireplace and wooden floors that continue through much of the ground floor. It’s a comfortable, well-proportioned room that feels calm and welcoming.

Upstairs, there are two generous double bedrooms along with a separate study, offering flexibility for working from home or occasional guests. The bathroom blends contemporary fittings with classic Victorian touches, including a roll-top bath, creating a space that feels both practical and distinctive.

Outside, the rear garden enjoys a south-west-facing orientation and is arranged with a mix of lawn and patio — ideal for afternoon sun, relaxed evenings and outdoor dining. Overall, this is a home that feels thoughtfully updated, easy to live in and well suited to its central yet peaceful setting.

Local Area

Bray Road is a well-known desirable street in the heart of Guildford’s town centre. It is quiet and very conveniently positioned for access to the mainline station, outstanding state schools, and the high street which offers a healthy dose of shopping, leisure and cultural amenities including top-class restaurants, theatres, a multiplex cinema and a leisure centre.

Communication links are good, with the A3 connecting with the M25 at Wisley for access to the airports and the national motorway network. In addition, the town benefits from two railway stations offering fast and frequent services into London Waterloo, with journey times around 36 minutes, as well as links to Gatwick Airport. There is a wide choice of both state and private schools in the immediate area, including Guildford County, Guildford High School, Tormead,Lanesborough and the Royal Grammar School.