Published: 20 August 2026
Nestled within acres of landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Ashtead village is a magnificent period estate, sympathetically reimagined to an exceptional turnkey standard. It is now on the market through UK Sotheby’s International Realty for £4,500,000 to £5,000,000, listed with Senior Sales Director Alex Philo and Country Sales Director James Phillips.
The property
Ashtead House dates to the 18th century, its scale and setting reflecting its heritage. It extends to over 6,300 sq ft across three floors, showcasing a striking harmony of the old and new.
The sweeping carriage driveway offers a stately approach, setting the tone from the outset. Upon entry, the central hall presents a grand staircase, painstakingly restored to its original splendour. To one side, the discreet office and the games room offer quiet retreats. To the other, a bespoke Smallbone kitchen is centred around an island carved from Italian marble.
Beyond, the principal reception room spans 35 feet in length, with 14-foot ceilings adorned in intricate original plasterwork. The sheer volume and exquisite detailing speak to its history as a formal ballroom, and it is easy to envision the Regency balls that would have filled these halls centuries ago. South-facing windows usher in abundant light throughout the day, framing views of the formal gardens.
The first-floor principal suite features ceilings reaching almost 10 feet, bespoke fitted cabinetry, and a luxurious en suite bathroom. Five further bedrooms and four additional bathrooms are arranged across the first and second floors, including a self-contained au pair suite with its own kitchen and living space.
The lower ground floor is dedicated to leisure, hosting a cinema room with a UHD projector and surround sound and a historic brick wine cellar with capacity for over 1,000 bottles. Modern infrastructure, including zonal underfloor heating and Rako lighting, has been integrated throughout without compromising the building's period character.
Outside, the grounds have been fully landscaped into a series of distinct spaces: formal lawns with sculptural planting, sun-drenched terraces, an outdoor kitchen with Wolf grills, and a fully enclosed tennis court. Parking extends to a three-car garage and additional spaces via a separate service entrance.
The design scheme
The interiors have been conceived entirely by Maurizio Pellizoni, one of the most respected names in high-end residential design. Period proportions and original features have been attentively restored, while a layered palette of materials and furnishings honours the architecture without deferring to it. The house is presented in exemplary turnkey condition.
Pieces from Minotti and B&B Italia sit throughout the principal rooms, their clean lines in quiet dialogue with the plasterwork ceilings and restored joinery. Fabric from de la Cuona adds warmth and texture, softening the formality of the Georgian shell. In the reception room, the backlit onyx bar introduces a more dramatic register, calibrated to the grandeur of the space. In the principal bathroom, Italian marble and Lefroy Brooks fittings set a standard that continues across the rest of the house.
This is not a period house decorated in a contemporary style, nor a modern interior installed inside a heritage shell. It is something more considered: a house where the original architecture and a 21st-century design sensibility have been brought into genuine alignment.
The owners are open to selling the furnishings, subject to separate negotiation.
The location
Ashtead sits within the Surrey Hills, one of the most sought-after corridors of the Home Counties. The village itself is well-served for everyday life, while Epsom, home to one of England's most celebrated racecourses, offers a lively high street, open downs, and a calendar of events that draws visitors from across the country.
The area is well-regarded for education, with Epsom College and City of London Freemen's School both within easy reach, alongside a number of other well-regarded independent schools. For leisure, the surrounding countryside and established country clubs, including Beaverbrook and the RAC Club, provide both privacy and social infrastructure of the highest order.
For those commuting to London, fast rail connections place the capital comfortably within reach, making Ashtead House as practical as it is considered.
Final thoughts
With turnkey homes among the most coveted assets in the prime property market, and the lifestyle proposition of the Home Counties stronger than ever, Ashtead House arrives at an opportune moment. It is both a family home with remarkable credentials and a considered act of capital preservation.
Private viewings can be arranged directly through our team.
