15th century former stately home up for sale

A former stately home dating back to the 15th century which is thought to have hosted guests including Lord Nelson is up for sale.

On behalf of a private vendor, Savills has brought to market Cedar House, a grade II*-listed National Trust property close to the River Mole in the village of Cobham, Surrey.

The property is available by way of a new ‘free-of-tie’ lease and has potential for a range of uses including as a bar, restaurant or hotel, subject to planning consent.

Originally a stately home, Cedar House was also a high-end hotel. Many original features, including a grand medieval main hall, have been retained at the property, which totals 5,431 sq ft.

The property has 12 former hotel rooms arranged over ground, first and second floor levels, which have potential for fitting out as additional trading areas or letting accommodation, Savills said.

Daniel Mackernan, licensed leisure director at Savills, said: “The historic Cedar House combines potential for several future uses with a picturesque setting in an affluent part of Surrey. We therefore expect the property to have wide operator appeal.”