Route Beaconsfield, Claygate, Esher, Surrey

Rothney is a beautiful early Edwardian home built in 1912 and situated in one of Claygate’s most desirable locations. Held by the same family for 31 years, the house offers eight bedrooms, a study, five bathrooms and an impressive amount of flexible living space.

Approached via a landscaped front garden full of colour, the property is entered via a charming front door that opens into the entrance hall, off which a guest cloakroom can be found. The entrance hall leads directly into a grand, atmospheric dining hall with a large fireplace and rich period character - the perfect entertaining space. From the dining hall, two generous reception rooms open out on either side, accessed via double doors, each with beautiful and unique bay windows overlooking the gardens. A covered south-facing veranda stretches between both rooms providing a peaceful spot overlooking the pond. The ground floor also includes a recently installed bespoke kitchen which offers a plethora of storage and space for a dining table. To one side of the kitchen is a separate breakfast preparation area and to the other side is a large boot room serving as the main family access through a back door that leads out to a courtyard garden and the swimming pool.
An atrium adjacent to the kitchen is flooded with natural light and connects the main house to the ground floor annexe. The annexe also benefits from its own external entrance and has a separate, dedicated parking space, making it ideal for guests, extended family or potential rental use. It includes a well proportioned double bedroom, an ensuite shower room, a reception room with double doors opening onto a small private patio and a conservatory. It also benefits from its own central heating system and a loft space that spans the entire footprint of the annexe, offering excellent storage or future development potential (STPP).

A wide characterful staircase leads to an open landing with a bright south facing aspect overlooking the parterre. The generously proportioned principal bedroom features a contemporary en suite bathroom and enjoys another large bay window, mirroring the reception room below. A south facing balcony runs between the principal bedroom and bedroom three. Bedroom two overlooks the pool and also has its own ensuite. Three further double bedrooms and a study are located on this floor, along with a family bathroom with bath and separate shower. Many of the bedrooms enjoy wonderful views, notably bedroom three which has a large bay window overlooking the front garden. All windows throughout the property have been replaced over the years with pressure treated hardwood frames and modern double glazing whilst preserving the original leaded window designs feature from the Arts and Craft’s movement.

The top floor provides additional versatility, offering two double bedrooms, a shower room and extensive eaves storage. This level works well as a teenager’s retreat, an au pair suite, or a quiet workspace.

Outside, the property continues to impress. Within the generous and beautifully landscaped 0.43 acre plot there is a single garage, with the rear section converted into a pool room. The outdoor swimming pool is fully fenced for safety, making it ideal for families with young children or grandchildren. The garden lawns wrap around the house offering privacy, greenery, and multiple spaces for relaxation or play. A driveway offers ample parking for a number of cars.

Overall, Rothney is a rare and substantial Edwardian home with charm, scale, and remarkable flexibility. Its period features, generous proportions, self contained annexe, and beautifully arranged gardens make it an exceptional opportunity in one of Claygate’s most sought after neighbourhoods.

Rothney is located in Beaconsfield Road, considered to be one of Claygate’s finest roads, and positioned within half a mile of Claygate Parade with its fine array of independent shops and eateries.

Claygate Station (just 0.6 miles) provides a regular commuter service to London Waterloo (journey time from 34 minutes). Claygate has a thriving village community and a wide range of local amenities including a tennis club, a cricket club and a golf course. Also within easy reach (5 miles) are Esher High Street, Sandown Park Racecourse, Hampton Court Palace and the major shopping centre of Kingston upon Thames.

The A3 provides access to central London, the M25 and the wide motorway network. London Heathrow and Gatwick Airports are conveniently located 13 miles and 25 miles away respectively.

The Elmbridge area offers an excellent choice of state and independent schools including Claremont Fan Court School, Milbourne Lodge, Shrewsbury Lodge, Rowan Preparatory School, Claygate Primary, the ACS Cobham International School, Danes Hill in Oxshott and Notre Dame in Cobham.