£435,000 4 bedroom detached house for sale Livesey Branch Road, Blackburn, BB2

This individually designed detached family home was constructed to the exacting standards of the present owners 18 years ago. It sits within a private cul-de-sac of only two houses and has southerly rear aspects over adjoining pastureland. The property's design brings in many continental influences and its large picture and roof light windows allow natural light to flood into every area of this unique home. Internal viewing reveals a most interesting layout with a garden room, a study and four bedrooms [each with en-suite facilities] on the ground floor, and a superb dining hall, a stunning lounge, an enviable breakfast kitchen and a snug on the first floor. Within the recent past the vendors ran a very successful ‘bed and breakfast’ business from this very versatile property. Take the ‘virtual tours’ and then book a ‘live’ viewing - you will not be disappointed! The property has all mains services, gas central heating, uPVC double glazing throughout, cavity wall insulation and a solar assisted hot water system.


ACCOMMODATION

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Hall
A wide 5’ Mexican style solid timber and studded door leads into the front area of this impressive and grand hallway. To the left is a spacious opening to the garden room and to the right is the main part of the hallway from where a bespoke spindled hardwood staircase rises to the first floor galleried dining hall. A chandelier and glazed Mexican lights are attractive features and a coach light operating on a PIR automatically welcomes you as you enter. Two radiators are fitted and there is a connection point for the central Beam internal vacuum system [which is a feature throughout the property].

Garden Room 5.0m x 4.3m (16’4 x 14’1)
With an enviable exposed natural stone flagged floor this 'hexagonal' garden room is designed for all year round use. It is a real vantage point from where to enjoy the gardens and the adjoining countryside. It has large picture windows and rooflights operating on automatic 'rain' stats and these maintain ambient temperatures throughout the seasons. A central focal feature is an antique brick fireplace with a high timber mantle, a raised hearth and an inset gas living flame fire, French style double opening doors lead out to a private south facing suntrap patio which is perfect for entertaining and alfresco dining. There is a small ornamental pond and a fountain.

The bedrooms in Shalom are on the ground floor and the daytime living space captures the views from upstairs.

Master Bedroom 5.7m x 3.8m (18’10 x 12’6)
The master bedroom is designed as a suite and has a sitting area with an inset gas living flame fire. There is laminate flooring, two fitted wardrobes [one with socket and TV point], ceiling downlights, two windows and a double central heating radiator. A wide archway leads to the en-suite bathroom and there is a telephone point and sockets for bedside lights.

En-Suite to Master 3.8m x 3.1m (12’6 x 10’0)
With fully tiled elevations and flooring [underfloor heating is installed]. The suite comprises of a sunken genuine 'Jacuzzi' bath, a walk - in shower cubicle with a multi jet unit, a pedestal washbasin, a matching bidet and a WC. A centrally heated towel rail is fitted.

Bedroom Two 3.8m x 2.7m (12’6 x 8’10)
This room has laminate flooring, two central heating radiators, two double sockets, a single socket and TV point. An archway leads to the en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom Two 2.8m x 2.4m (9’1 x 8’)
The suite comprises of a shower cubicle with an electric shower, a low flush WC and a pedestal washbasin. The elevations and floor area are ceramic tiled. A radiator is fitted and extractor fan is installed.

Bedroom Three 2.9m x 2.8m (9’7 x 9’0)
The room also has laminate flooring. Two central heating radiators are fitted together with two double sockets, a single socket and TV point. The en-suite is concealed behind a sliding mirror fronted door.

En-Suite to Bedroom Three 2.9m x 1.4m (9’7 x 4’8)
The suite comprises of a shower cubicle with a thermostatically controlled main system shower, a close coupled WC and pedestal washbasin. There is full floor and wall tiling and an extractor fan.

Utility/Laundry Room 3.2m x 1.5m (10’4 x 4’9)
The laundry room features fully tiled floors, a stainless steel sink set in a vanity unit and two double mirror fronted IKEA storage units. The room has plumbing, electricity and gas connections for a washing machine and / or a gas or electric tumble dryer.

Office/Study Area 3.9m x 3.8m (12’9 x 12’6)
This area has been fitted out as an office or study . It benefits from five fitted IKEA mahogany bookcases with downlights, wall lights and a PIR sensor light. It has a large double central heating radiator, a telephone point, a TV point and 3 double electric sockets to power computer equipment.

Rear Porch 2.2m x 2.0m (7’1 x 6’7)
With a triple glazed uPVC roof, double-glazed windows/door and a small double radiator, the porch provides a warm link through to the rear staircase, Bedroom Four and an inner hall from where there is internal access to the integral garage.

Bedroom Four 4.2m x 2.5m (13’9 x 8’2)
With laminate flooring, two central heating radiators, three double sockets, two single sockets and TV point. There is a large built in wardrobe.

En-Suite to Bedroom Four 2.5m x 1.8m (8’2 x 5’11)
With fully tiled elevations and flooring and a suite comprising of a shower cubicle with an electric shower, a low suite WC and a pedestal washbasin. There is underfloor heating, a radiator and an extractor fan.

Integral Garage 4.9m x 4.8m (16’1 x 15’7)
The integral garage has a remotely controlled double up/over door. Light and power is installed. As there is also a second and detached garage plus plenty of parking, this integral garage could readily convert into a 5th bedroom.


FIRST FLOOR

Immediate Upper Hallway 3.8m x 2.4m (12’6 x 8’0)
With doors to the cloaks/WC , the lounge, the dining kitchen and open through to the dining hall.

Galleried Dining Hall 3.9m x 3.7m (12’9 x 12’6)
This large gallery overlooks the entrance hall and functions as a formal dining area. Its high 17' ceiling features exposed and illuminated timber beamwork and a rooflight window. A corner brick fireplace has a living flame gas stove.

Lounge 7.6m x 5.7m (25’0 x 18’10)
This particularly generous hexagonal south facing lounge features a large Mexican style fireplace with a real open fronted stove [the glazed doors to which can be closed]. Four large picture windows offer views over the adjoining countryside. The rooms tall 17’ high ‘Cathedral’ ceiling has two velux roof lights, exposed wooden structural beams and five up-lights to illuminate the intricate artex. There are four double central heating radiators. The room is wired for a Hi-Fi system. There are six double electric sockets and a TV point.

Cloaks/ WC 1.9m x 1.1m (6’2 x 3’7)
With fully tiled elevations and a two piece suite comprising of a WC and wash hand basin.

Kitchen 4.9m x 3.7m (16’0 x 12’3)
A comprehensively equipped and fully fitted kitchen, with a host of features and integrated appliances. It has a surfeit of worktop space and an 'island' breakfast table. There is an inset gas hob with extractor hood, an electric double oven, 1½ bowl stainless steel sink with Waste-King food disposal unit, a dishwasher, a fridge and a freezer. The kitchen is particularly light, has a conventional radiator and a 'kick - space’ fan heater. There are numerous electric sockets and a telephone point.

Television Lounge / Studio Room 4.9m x 4.3m (16’1 x 14’1)
A really interesting and versatile room with laminate flooring, two radiators and five velux windows plus two conventional windows affording a tremendous amount of natural light. Two double central heating radiators are fitted and there are three double electric sockets.

Eaves Storage 5.1m x 2.3m (16’10 x 7’5)
The laminate flooring extends into the eaves storage space.


EXTERNAL

Front Garden and Drive
Shalom sits within approximately 0.3 acres of garden with lawned areas, mature trees and flowering shrubs. On the very private south side there is the secluded suntrap area through an attractive archway adjacent to the garden room. There is plenty of casual owner/visitor parking in addition to the integral garage and the separate detached garage to the rear. A feature rear archway has electronically controlled gates and leads to a rear courtyard surfaced with attractive ‘Cotswold’ buff stone chippings.

The detached single garage (18’ x 10’6”) has electricity, light and mains water installed. A large water butt collects rainwater from the roof. There are three external waterproof mains electric sockets, an area to park a trailer, a small wood store, a kindling store, a storage area for recycling materials and several compost bins.


Location

The property sits within approximately 0.3 acres of garden and has off road parking for up to six cars, in addition to both its integral and detached garages. It is conveniently located up a private driveway from the main part of Livesey Branch Road. Feniscowles is well served with local amenities and these include the Memorial Ground sports facilities, local schools, shops, pubs and churches. The M65 can be joined at Junction 3 [within 2 miles] and this artery promotes commuting opportunities across the Northwest. The rustic countryside of the West Pennine moors leads up to and beyond the nearby village of Tockholes and many scenic walks can be enjoyed.


Directions

From Feniscowles centre [the Feildens Arms] – Proceed along Livesey Branch Road, passing the Memorial Sports Ground on the right hand side. Go over the canal bridge and proceed straight on at the mini traffic island. Continue for a further 450 yards and the single track driveway to the house is located on the right hand side, its position indicated by the distinctive ‘James Whitehead’ For Sale sign. If in any doubt please refer to the Google map on my website.