Weyside Road, Guildford, GU1

“This is a house with real presence. The setting by the river, the scale of the plot and the scope to create something special make it a genuinely exciting opportunity”. Pippa Barnes — Chantries & Pewleys

Tucked away in a peaceful no-through road, this substantial period detached home has remained in the same family since 1962. It now offers a rare opportunity to modernise and rework a house of real character, set in an exceptional riverside position with generous gardens and wonderful outlooks.

The accommodation is arranged over three floors and provides excellent flexibility for reconfiguration. The ground floor follows a traditional layout, with two elegant bay-fronted reception rooms, both featuring original fireplaces and enjoying a bright, open feel. To the rear, the kitchen looks out across the garden, and a later addition of a summer room spans the back of the house, designed to make the most of the views and connection to the outdoors.

On the lower ground floor, the house opens directly onto the garden and includes an integral garage. This level is currently used for storage but offers clear potential to be converted into additional living space, subject to the usual consents, further enhancing the footprint of the house.

Outside, the garden and river frontage are standout features. The plot is generous, mature and well established, with a mix of shrubs, fruit trees and planting that provides interest throughout the year. There is a former aviary, a summer house and, most notably, private mooring with direct river access — ideal for launching a boat, paddle board, or simply enjoying the calm of the water.

In addition to the integral garage, there is a separate garage beside the house and ample parking to the front. Taken together, this is a property defined by its setting, scale and potential — offering the chance to create a truly special riverside home in a quiet and established location.

Local Area

The extremely popular historic town of Guildford provides excellent connections to London and Gatwick airport alike. The town centre is vibrant with an abundance of shops and restaurants, sporting facilities cinema and theatres. There are some outstanding schools in both the state and private sector within easy reach. On the edge of town there is plenty of beautiful countryside with some stunning walks or in this case trips down the Wey navigation to explore.