5 bedroom detached house for sale

Set in beautiful semi rural surroundings with excellent views over unspoilt countryside and yet having excellent transport links with the East Lancs and M6 motorway network that covers the North West in just a short drive. It has Manchester, Liverpool, Bolton and Preston within approximately a 20 mile radius. It is also only two minutes from the nearest train station. Nestled behind decorative wrought iron electric gates and situated in a lovely private plot boasting far reaching views, this striking and individual detached barn circa 1800 was converted by the current owners in 2008 and offers generous living accommodation which has been thoughtfully and sympathetically designed to retain the charm and character of the original building. Finished to the highest standard, the accommodation briefly comprises of a fabulous reception hallway, dining room, snug, spacious lounge, sitting room, farmhouse kitchen with dining area, ground floor WC, utility room, five bedrooms, the master with balcony and en suite bathroom and the others with Jack and Jill en suites. The property has gas central heating which is underfloor on the ground floor and oak double glazing. Externally there are gardens to the front, side and rear, a sweeping driveway leading to a detached barn which provides covered parking, and a large paddock. The property is delightfully well presented throughout and viewings are most highly recommended but strictly by appointment.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall

13' 9" x 12' 9"  (4.19m x 3.89m) Fabulous double height reception hallway accessed by magnificent double oak barn doors to the front aspect. Stone flooring. Oak balustrade split directional staircase to half galleried landing. Exposed brick elevation. Visible oak roof structures. Open plan to dining room and snug and door to sitting room.

Dining Room

14' 6" x 11' 11"  (4.42m x 3.63m) Exposed beams to one elevation. Feature exposed glazed brickwork to front elevation. Three wall light points. Over sized door into main lounge. Exposed brick elevation with arch to snug.

Snug

11' 2" x 13' 9"  (3.4m x 4.19m) Oak exposed beams. Double glazed window to front aspect and false oak door to front aspect. Decorative cast iron fireplace to one elevation.

Main Lounge

16' 11" x 28' 2"  (5.16m x 8.59m) Original barn door tastefully re used to make the over sized internal door. Double glazed french doors to rear aspect and double glazed tri fold doors to rear aspect leading onto the terrace. Feature exposed brick elevation. Double glazed window to side aspect. Feature exposed glazed brickwork to one elevation. TV point. Reclaimed brick built fireplace. Door into dining area of kitchen.

Terrace

Stunning terracotta flagged Mediterranean style terrace with pergola and balustrade and an unusual feature external brick built fireplace.

Sitting Room

15' 9" x 15' 8"  (4.8m x 4.78m) Three double glazed windows to side aspect. Built in storage cupboard. Laminate flooring. Feature exposed beams and exposed brick elevation. TV point and built in surround sound system. Door into dining area of kitchen.

Dining Kitchen

Double glazed window to side aspect and half glazed stable style door to side aspect. Feature exposed beams and exposed brick elevation. Tiled floor. Open into kitchen area.

Fitted with a range of solid oak wall and base units comprising cupboards and drawers and complimented by hand cut granite work surfaces. Inset Belfast sink unit. Part tiled elevations. Sandringham combined gas and electric Range cooker with seven ring hob and extractor over. Double glazed window to rear aspect. Tiled floor. Exposed brickwork around window. Exposed beam. Inset lighting. Part tiled elevations. Door to utility room.

WC

Fitted with a low flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back. Stone flagged floor.

Utility Room

Plumbed for automatic washing machine. Stable style door to side aspect. Central heating boiler and cylinder.

First Floor

Landing

Half galleried landing with oak balustrade returning into front double barn doors to South facing views. Exposed feature oak roof beams.

Master Suite

14' 5" x 21' 1"  (4.39m x 6.43m) Charming split level room with double glazed window to side aspect and double glazed petite french doors leading out onto balcony. Two central heating radiators. Exposed beams. Feature exposed glazed brickwork to side elevation. Walk in wardrobe with over head storage cupboard above.

En Suite Bathroom

Fitted with a four piece suite comprising panelled corner bath with mixer tap shower over, double ceramic sink, double shower enclosure with fixed shower head and a low flush WC. Oak flooring. Part tiled elevations. Exposed beams.

Balcony

Decked balcony with feature sunburst balustrade. Offering stunning panoramic views to the rear.

Bedroom Two

13' 4" x 12' 2" (reducing to 9'2)  (4.06m x 3.71m (reducing to 9'2)) Central heating radiator. Exposed beams. Door into Jack and Jill en suite. Window to rear aspect.

En Suite

Fitted with a double shower cubicle, low flush WC and two contemporary ceramic sinks with mixer taps. Chrome towel rail. Majority tiled elevations with decorative inlaid glass feature tiling. Tiled floor.

Bedroom Three

16' 0" (including wardrobe) x 11' 2"  (4.88m (including wardrobe) x 3.4m) Double glazed window to side aspect. Eaves storage. Exposed beams. Walk in wardrobe.

Bedroom Four

13' 9" x 10' 0"  (4.19m x 3.05m) Double glazed window to side aspect. Central heating radiator. Folding steps to upper chill out zone. Exposed beams. Door to en suite.

En Suite

Fitted with a three piece suite comprising panelled bath with side mixer tap and electric shower over, vanity wash hand basin and low flush WC. Tiled floor and majority tiled elevations. Chrome towel rail. Door to bedroom five.

Bedroom Five

10' 1" x 13' 10"  (3.07m x 4.22m) Double glazed window to side aspect. Central heating radiator. Exposed beams.

Outside

The property is accessed via decorative remote controlled wrought iron gates onto a sweeping driveway which leads around the side of the barn to the rear. There is a lawned garden at the front of the property which is complimented by mature shrubs and trees adding to the privacy of the property. At the side is a large grassed area with mature shrubs and a small patio. At the rear is a significant feature courtyard and a substantial detached barn which offers covered parking and storage and possible future potential. The formal rear garden area is landscaped and blends down to the large fenced paddock via a gravel path. There is an extensive decked area providing an excellent space for entertaining and enjoying the view of the gardens and breathtaking views beyond.