Leaping Birds Rise, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 1GP | Property for sale | Savills
1,304 sq ft(121.15 sq m)
Guide price £649,950

Leaping Birds RiseWalton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 1GP

  • Recently sold
Penthouse
1,304 sq ft (121.15 sq m)
3Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
1Receptions

Key features

  • Sold in August 2023
  • Open plan reception room with private terrace
  • Lift access
  • Off street parking
  • 0.2 of a mile from Walton-on-Thames mainline station

Three bedroom penthouse in a popular development 0.2 of a mile from Walton-on-Thames mainline station.

About this property

  • Built in 2018 by Messrs.' Crest Nicholson is this beautifully presented, modern three bedroom apartment finished to a very high standard. Located within 0.2 miles of Walton on Thames Mainline train station, this apartment is positioned on the top floor enjoying amazing views of Walton on Thames and beyond.

    Upon entry of this bright, opulent space you are greeted into a wonderful entrance hall offering plenty of storage. The open plan kitchen/living area with a central island is flooded with natural light and provides access to a south east facing balcony. The balcony offers great entertaining space connected by doors showcasing the space of this stunning apartment. The property benefits from three double bedrooms with the main bedroom benefitting from fitted wardrobes, a south west facing private balcony and a luxury en suite shower room. The property further benefits from a family bathroom, fitted storage in the hallway and utilities cupboard.

    The complex also offers bike storage, a refuse area and one allocated parking space along with future plans for a gym and other amenities.

    View payable Stamp Duty for this property

The close proximity to Walton station is fantastic for those needing a quick commuter link.

Olivia PerezProperty agent

Local information

  • Walton on Thames is located on the south side of the River Thames, with a most impressive landmark, a stunning road bridge that spans the Thames between Walton and Shepperton. The current bridge is the 6th to be built here since 1750. The town began as a small Celtic settlement. It is recorded in the Doomsday book as Waletona, or 'Welsh Town'. The name has evolved over time to become Walton on Thames.
  • The river access makes this town a perfect place to live if you have a love of the outdoors. There is ample opportunity for activities such as walking, cycling, running and the plethora of watersports that are available. There are also clubs for tennis, rugby, football, dance, theatre and much more.
  • Outstanding leisure facilities are nearby including golf at Burhill, St George's Hill, The Wisley, Wentworth, and The Berkshire. Excellent clubs for sport and arts including Reeds Weybridge RFU, Weybridge Cricket Club, Walton and Kingston Athletics Clubs, Susan Robinson Ballet and Julie Sianne Theatre Arts. There is a wide choice of recreational facilities including health clubs such as David Lloyd and St George's Hill Lawn Tennis Club. The River Thames and River Wey offer water sports and there is racing at both Sandown Park and Kempton Park.
  • There is access to excellent healthcare at Prime Health (GP services, Consultant clinics, diagnostics and rehabilitation), Weybridge and Walton Physiotherapy and several other healthcare providers.
  • During the 1st World War, Walton on Thames provided medical treatment for Soldiers from New Zealand. There is still a Kowhai tree, native to New Zealand, planted opposite the New Zealand Avenue entrance to The Heart and bearing a memorial plaque.
  • During the 1920's the area became known for its passion for film and boasted several studios, including the Cecil Hepworth Studio, which was converted to a theatre by the original architect when the studio closed. In World War II, the town was heavily bombed, due to its close proximity to Brooklands where planes and other war materials were manufactured.
  • After the 2nd World War, the town began to re-develop, the film studios made a comeback and many films were made out of studios such as the Nettlefold and Walton Studios.
  • The area also had a passion for racing and in the 1940's and 50's HWM (Hersham and Walton Motors) built racing cars including Formula 1 cars driven by legends including Stirling Moss. HWM is still very much part of the town and after winding up the racing car business, took a franchise in iconic Aston Martin cars.
  • The area benefits from a range of independent, state and international schools, including Ashley C of E Primary School, ACS Cobham International School, Brooklands College, Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary, Cleve's School, Feltonfleet School, Guildford High School, Hampton School, Heathside School, LEH School, Notre Dame School, Parkside School, Reeds School, Royal Guildford School, Sir William Perkins's School, St. George's College, Surbiton High School, Three Rivers Academy.
  • Walton on Thames regularly hosts Farmers Markets, French Markets and Vegan Markets, offering a delightful range of specialist food stalls and products. There are a range of shops, including an M&S Food Hall and a new Aldi and several restaurants, pubs and cafés. In keeping with its movie-making history, Walton on Thames has an Everyman Cinema. There is also the Cecil Hepworth Theatre which hosts several theatre productions a year and a modern, well equipped leisure centre and swimming pool. Together with local art galleries, museums, historic houses and gardens nearby, there is never a shortage of things to do.
  • The town is between junctions 10 and 11 of the M25 and is on a fast train line into London Waterloo. Journey time from 30 minutes.
  • Please note distances and times are approximate.

Additional information

  • EPC Rating: D
  • Tenure: Leasehold. Lease Expiry: 01/01/3019 (995 years remaining)
  • Service Charge: £1,591.92pa
  • Ground Rent: TBC
  • Council Tax Band: G