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North Surrey is a safe haven for overseas buyers

28th January 2016 Print
High Warren

Prime property in North Surrey is an increasingly attractive proposition to high net worth buyers from overseas. While the prime central London property market has been dominated by international purchasers in recent years, those purchasers seeking more space and a greener setting are now often looking to the inner Home Counties and North Surrey is the number one choice. Highly sought after, the platinum triangle around Epsom, Esher and Cobham appeals to buyers from all around the world and here premium developer Millgate has just two impressive six-bedroom houses remaining at its High Warren development in the attractive village of Ashtead.

North Surrey is attracting interest from a wide range of international buyers especially those from America, China, Russia and South Africa. A large part of the appeal of the location is its proximity to London for buyers who want to be able to commute quickly, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits and space of a more rural life. Education is also a key factor for overseas families and the excellent international schools in Surrey are a major draw. Purchasers not only want a home, they want a sound long-term financial investment and they see the UK property market as a safe haven, compared to an often less stable economic situation in their own country.

Overseas purchasers particularly favour new build properties that offer high-tech interiors, luxurious fit-outs and flawless workmanship – the type of homes that Millgate is renowned for. The two remaining houses at High Warren offer elegant living accommodation on a grand scale, set in extensive mature landscaped gardens within a leafy private estate that offers high levels of security and privacy. The classic style architecture of High Warren appeals to international buyers who are keen on traditional exteriors blended seamlessly with a truly modern interior specification. Millgate’s bespoke approach and peerless standards of craftsmanship ensure the buyer gets exactly the home they want.

Sales and Marketing Director for Millgate, Jonathan Cranley comments: “High Warren is in an area that appeals to overseas buyers who want plenty of space, good schools, an active social calendar and easy access to London. The property market in North Surrey has been boosted by the ripple effect of London prices and with the flow of wealth out of London set to continue, High Warren represents a safe investment for international buyers who are looking not only for a premium lifestyle but also for a secure financial asset.”

Each property at High Warren is built with a bespoke design and meticulous attention to detail, offering expansive living space, six bedrooms, an annexe and a triple garage. Architecture is timeless, inspired by the clean lines of the Georgian era and each property is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens that include immaculate lawns, stylishly designed planting and large patios and terraces for dining and relaxing al fresco.

Inside, the hub of the home is sure to be the impressive ‘super room’ which incorporates a large kitchen, family room, dining area and a light-filled orangery with bi-fold doors leading out to the garden. The is also a formal drawing room and a study on the ground floor, while the bedrooms including an indulgent master suite and a spacious games/media room occupy the first and second floors.

As with all Millgate homes, the specification is luxurious with kitchens featuring a range of bespoke hand painted wall and floor cabinets complemented by granite and quartz worktops. They come superbly kitted out for even the most elaborate entertaining and include a WOLF dual fuel range cooker, a range of Miele appliances including an integrated microwave, steam oven and warming drawer, not one but two integrated dishwashers, a double bowl Belfast sink and a SUB ZERO American-style fridge freezer with ice/water and a wine chiller. Bathrooms, ensuites and the downstairs cloakroom are equally stylish with white CP Hart and Villeroy & Boch sanitaryware with contemporary Gessi and Vado chrome furnishings.

Ashtead is ideally located for both town and country, lying halfway between London and the South Coast with trains into London in around 40 minutes. There is an excellent choice of schools in the local area including international schools such as The American School in Thorpe and ACS International Schools in Cobham and Egham. Ashtead itself offers independent shops and boutiques whilst the larger town of Epsom under three miles away boasts a large number of high street shops, cafes and restaurants. The M25 is easily accessible whilst Gatwick and Heathrow airports are equidistant. There is plenty of choice in the area when it comes to leisure activities with the beautiful countryside of the North Downs offering walking and cycling, a wide range of golf courses to choose from and Epsom racecourse close by.

The homes at High Warren are on the market from £3.5 million. For further details, visit millgatehomes.co.uk.

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