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St. John's Seminary, Guildford, GU5 Land for sale

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St. John's Seminary, Guildford, GU5 Land for sale

St. John's Seminary, Guildford, GU5
£16,000,000

Our Summary

  • Planning Permission for 52 new homes, seamlessly blending heritage and modern design
  • Potential to deliver longer term housing development on the wider 45-acres of land
  • Sustainable development with focus on energy efficiency, ecological uplift, and preservation of mature landscaping
  • Potential to deliver alternative use classes including Hotel, Retirement living subject to achieving appropriate consent
  • THE PLANNING PERMISSIONThe property represents an exclusive opportunity to acquire an iconic and unique listed building in Surrey set within 45 acres of potential strategic development land
  • Planning permission allows for the development of 52 new dwellings spread across the Property
  • 28 years (Jan 2025), there are portions of the Estate that have potential to offer some longer-term residential development prospects and would be worth promoting through the Local Plan at the appropriate time

Description

This 45-acre estate in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty features a Grade II listed former seminary, built in 1895, with stunning Dutch/Jacobean architecture and meticulously preserved features. The property has planning permission for 52 new homes, which will blend heritage and modern design, offering a range of living typologies from large lateral apartments to townhouses and detached houses. The estate grounds include 45 acres of land, with open fields, woodland, and a sports pitch, providing a unique opportunity to create a landmark residential community in one of the UK's most sought-after locations. The property also offers potential for alternative use classes, including a hotel or retirement living, subject to achieving appropriate consent. With its picturesque village setting, proximity to Guildford and London, and focus on sustainable development, this estate presents a rare and exclusive opportunity for developers and investors.