Catherine and Helen from top Independent Property Search and Buying Agents, Surrey HomeSearch, have been helping clients to find their perfect Surrey homes for nearly ten years. Below they share some of their local area expertise and let us in on a few hidden gems…
Best Village/Town in Surrey for Café Culture
Guildford: We love the buzz of Tunsgate – the little pedestrianised street that runs from the Castle to the High Street. In the summer, when the chairs and tables of the cafes overflow onto the street this spot has a distinctly mediterranean vibe.
Where to Live in Surrey for a Quiet Countryside Lifestyle
If you’re looking for a change of pace, and value the peace and quiet of a slightly more rural village with walks on the doorstep then consider the villages in the Surrey Hills. The village of Shere has the quintessential chocolate box village look and feel, but can get busy with tourists flocking to see “the spot where The Holiday was filmed”! Nearby villages of Peaslake, Albury, Chiddingfold and Shamley Green all offer village charm and tranquility in abundance but without the daily footfall of visitors.
Best Surrey Towns for easy London Commute
With a choice of direct trains to both Waterloo and London Victoria, commuters thinking about moving to Surrey are spoilt for choice. For fastest trains into Waterloo, consider areas with easy access to the Woking to Waterloo line (direct trains in 28 minutes!). For fast direct trains to Victoria consider the villages and towns of East Surrey – such as Epsom (43 mins) and Dorking (58 mins).
Top Surrey Towns for Young Professionals
Guildford: The High Street buzz of independent shops and cafe culture, coupled with a FAST commute back to London attracts young professionals looking for access to a bit more space, while still being connected to London. It is easy to lead an active lifestyle – with easy access to activities such as paddle boarding, mountain biking and hiking in The North Downs! The town offers a sophisticated nightlife with wine bars, cocktail bars and riverside dining.
The Most Family-Friendly Areas in Surrey
Godalming, Guildford, Farnham and Haslemere all offer excellent schooling and access to great amenities and activities for the whole family.
Surrey’s Hidden Gems: Underrated Places to Call Home
Many of Surrey’s smaller villages are overlooked by buyers. As Property Search Experts, it’s our job to help our clients to find the area that will work best for them.
Our clients with children are often looking for villages with a strong sense of community.
Hidden Gem: SHS Best Small Village Award goes to……Ripley
For a small village this offers A LOT!
A ten minute drive to Woking train station means that the village of Ripley is perfectly placed to get you door to door to Waterloo within an hour. At last count the village offered four cafes, three pubs, a supermarket, a village store and post office, four hairdressers, a vets and a pet grooming salon!
Hidden Gem: SHS Best Value for Money Award goes to….Haslemere
Haslemere offers a bustling High Street of boutique shops and cafes and the train station provides access to London Waterloo within 50 minutes. Yet, compared to neighbouring towns of Farnham, Guildford and Godalming, the town of Haslemere and the surrounding area offers better value for money.
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