Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8255 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Guildford, ENG

Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex8 min drive
High Street11 min drive
University of Surrey20 min drive
London (LGW-Gatwick)63 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Idyllic location. Spacious family home with space for us to work from home, have family stay at the weekend and have 2 c...

Louise T.

Sep 11, 2021

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor Cloakroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Country House on Surrey Village Cricket Green

Luxurious Edwardian country house sleeps up to 9 people with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, fully-equipped kitchen, hot tub & expansive garden in picturesque Blackheath.

Overlooking the cricket green & next to many miles of protected heathland, forest & fresh air in the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Only 15 mins' drive from Guildford & 35 mins' train ride from London - the perfect property for families, dog walkers & those wanting a country escape!

This traditional country house, built by the Edwardian architect Harrison-Townsend, is located in 163 sq miles of protected heathland and forest across the Surrey Hills & borders the picturesque Blackheath Cricket Club.

This house sleeps up to 9 people with 4 bedrooms (all with double beds or larger) and 3 bathrooms upstairs.

The Chalon Kitchen is fully-equipped & features a red pillarbox 4-oven Aga, Utility Room & an adjoining Conservatory with views of the garden and cricket pitch. Enjoy a movie night in the Living Room with its open fireplace & 55" Smart TV or the Snug room, both have Sky and Netflix. The house stays warm in the winter with radiators and wood burning stoves but remains cool in the summer.

Entertain guests in the Dining Room with its impressive open fireplace or try al fresco dining or the giant Green Egg BBQ in warmer weather on the garden patio under the retractable awning. There is a Sonos music system with in-ceiling speakers in 4 zones around the house, including the garden patio.

In the garden, you can enjoy nature with our stunningly beautiful flowerbeds in Spring, Summer and Autumn. Tucked away, you are welcome to use our Candian Spa hot tub (the water is changed weekly and before your arrival).

Property manager

Shelley Grisley

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Pool

Hot tub

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Upon request - please discuss with Owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO SMOKING INSIDE ANY AREAS OF THE HOUSE - if any evidence of smoking guests forfeit ALL security deposit Extra guest after 8 extra £75 per night

No Parties, Events or loud music after 11pm outside to be held at the House. No marquees.

Please remove shoes inside house - no shoes up the stairs and on first floor where carpeted. £1,750 to be deducted fm security deposit any lost keys

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Guildford

Located in Guildford, this holiday home is in a rural area. Dapdune Wharf and Craggy Island Climbing Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bocketts Farm Park and Aldershot Lido. Travelling with kids? Consider Haslemere Educational Museum and Fishers Farm Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.

Guildford, ENG

What's nearby

Surrey Hills - 7 min drive
Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex - 8 min drive
High Street - 11 min drive
G Live - 12 min drive
University of Surrey - 20 min drive

Getting around

Chilworth Station - 8 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Queen Victoria - ‬8 min drive
‪The Weyside - ‬11 min drive
‪The Snooty Fox - ‬8 min drive
‪Nuro - ‬12 min drive
‪Gomshall Mill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country House on Surrey Village Cricket Green pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Country House on Surrey Village Cricket Green ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country House on Surrey Village Cricket Green ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Country House on Surrey Village Cricket Green located?

This family-friendly Guildford holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Surrey Hills and Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex. High Street and Stoke Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Chilworth Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Louise T.

11 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and practical

Idyllic location. Spacious family home with space for us to work from home, have family stay at the weekend and have 2 children and their nanny have plenty of space. Beautiful gardens, lovely neighbourhood and community.

Stayed 27 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

16 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect holiday hideaway!

The house is situated in a beautiful spot, surrounded with very well maintained gardens. The cricket ground facing provided matches that entertained all the family. There are many different walks immediately from the house into fantastic heathland. The house is extremely comfy and very well provisioned, our party of 8 could find different places to relax and read or play. Would thoroughly recommend a stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clare W.

29 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding from Theobalds

We had an amazing experience using Theobalds as our base to get married from. Thank you so much for everything.

Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan C., Minneapolis

27 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Gem

Theosbalds is a lovely, warm, quiet, cozy and safe character all and of Itself. The owners and houskeeper are kind, friendly and generous of spirit. Could not be happier with the overall experience. I will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gareth D.

12 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special location

Wonderful house with beautiful garden overlooking village cricket ground. Lovely base for our family for our daughter’s wedding at nearby Loseley Park.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

22 Aug 2018

Stunning home, beautiful location, friendly hosts!

I recently stayed here with my husband and two young boys for two weeks. Everything about the place was perfect - the house, the location and the hosts. The house was immaculate and comfortable and fitted out with everything we could possibly need. It is surrounded by lovely gardens and a huge lawn and has a tennis court at the bottom which my husband and son enjoyed using every day. The boys also enjoyed the wonderful swing under the chestnut tree! The location is just gorgeous, tucked away at the far end of Blackheath village on the edge of the common, surrounded by woodland. It is very private and feels a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of Surrey and yet is only 15 minutes from Guildford. Our hosts Shelley and Dave, and Vicky the housekeeper were all very warm and welcoming and helpful and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and all our needs were met. I would love to return to this wonderful place and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, tranquil home from home.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Viran D.

26 Oct 2017

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING

Landlord was fabulous and made us feel very welcome from the outset. I would recommend this for anyone wanting a quiet and beautiful getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

12 Sept 2017

little gem

What a find. A little piece of heaven in the Surrey Hills. Beautiful , peaceful location yet near to great pubs with good food. We were visiting our daughter and family in Weybridge which is a 30 minute drive away. Shelley has thought of everything and what welcoming hosts her and family are. We found lovely villages nearby such as Shere, where we enjoyed a lovely meal one evening at a little restaurant Kinghams. Guildford was a pleasant surprise with its pretty High Street and high end retailers. The lodge itself was comfortable and clean with lovely views of the beautiful garden , our Grandson particularly enjoyed the big swing and the space to run around. I would imagine it would also be a cosy place to stay in winter too with the wood burning stove and logs in plentiful supply. What a gem , we would love to return , thankyou Shelley.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

23 Aug 2017

A pretty cottage in a beautiful setting.

From the moment we arrived we felt very welcome. Vicky, the housekeeper, greeted us and then showed us to our accommodation, which was a picturesque cottage, within a beautiful setting. The tennis court at the bottom of the garden was an added bonus for a game on a warm summer's evening. On the table were freshly baked cookies and a welcome hamper with enough provisions to make a tasty breakfast the following morning. Everywhere was clean and tidy with big fluffy towels provided and crisp, white sheets on the beds. If the British summertime was as it normally is, there were plenty of board games supplied for entertainment. We enjoyed our stay very much and would recommend it for a perfect stay in Surrey!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Willy B.

23 Aug 2017

Gezellig en comfortabel.

Fijne woning, van alle gemakken voorzien. Nog maar zeer recent in gebruik, alles ziet er als nieuw uit. Schoon, comfortabel. Aardige eigenaars. Heel rustig gelegen, maar wel veel te doen in de omgeving.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

31 July 2017

Absolute gem in the heart of the Surrey Hills

We've had a wonderful week in this beautiful cottage. A warm welcome from friendly owners, and the cottage had everything we needed. It has a lovely garden view and we enjoyed playing tennis in the sun. It's a great location for walks into Blackheath forest and beyond onto the North Downs Way and into Guildford. Highly recommended we look forward to coming back soon!

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Grisley

We have lived in Blackheath for 20+ years raising our family and now enjoy travelling and welcoming people to our home. We also love walking, cycling, yoga and healthy living.

Before Blackheath we lived abroad and visited the U.S. extensively. Prior to this, we are both Londoners - Blackheath offers us beautiful country living but is just a short trip away from London - one of the greatest cities in the world!

We own and successfully let out apartments in Cannes and London so we understand how to make the experience perfect for our customers - in fact, we take pride in seeing our customers happy and getting the most out of their stay. Small things such as good quality beds and 100% Egyptian cotton bed linen/ fluffy soft cotton towels make a big difference and sets us apart from many other holiday lets.

Why they chose this property

Great location - private but part of a vibrant country village, in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, perfectly placed for hiking, cycling or just visiting beautiful English villages, pubs and restaurants. Or simply enjoy watching a cricket match from the balcony or garden - nothing more English than sitting outside the cricket pavilion drinking a gin and tonic!

What makes this property unique

Fully-equipped Chalon kitchen with 4-oven Aga, dishwasher, and of course, Nespresso coffee machine! Next to the kitchen is the Conservatory for dining and the Utility Room with American-style fridge-freezer, laundry machine & dryer.

The Sonos music system in 4 zones of the house provides the perfect soundtrack for an evening spent dining inside or outside. You can choose the dining room with open fireplace, glass conservatory with a view of the cricket pitch or outside on the patio next to the giant Green Egg BBQ under the retractable awning & outdoor heaters.

Canadian Spa spa-style hot tub for up to 5 people is tucked away in a garden overflowing with greenery.

Located in the village of Blackheath surrounded by heathlands in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - an ideal stay for any ramblers, cyclists, hikers, dog walkers & families!