Hargate Drive, Hale, Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA15

'Windgather' is a beautiful Edwardian residence that is located in what is undoubtedly one of Hale's best settings.

The property will appeal to those discerning purchasers who are looking for a period home that retains much of its original charm and character. This becomes apparent the moment you walk into the beautiful dining hall with its original wood panelled walls, bookcase and cast iron fireplace.

There is also a wood panelled sitting room and a large sitting room with inglenook and double doors opening directly to the rear garden. The 'hub of the house' is the breakfast kitchen that is fitted with an extensive range of high quality base and eye level units with granite work surfaces and traditional tiled stone flagged flooring.

At first floor, there are four excellent sized bedrooms including the principal bedroom that has high quality fitted wardrobes and enjoys a pleasing outlook over the gardens below. The second bedroom is another very well proportioned double and has access to a 'jack and jill' bathroom that is shared with the neighbouring front bedroom. There is also a beautifully appointed family bathroom with a period style suite. There are two further bedrooms at second floor that are served by a stylish shower room.

At lower ground floor, there is a full floor of additional and incredibly versatile accommodation that includes a play room/home office, a media/tv room and a gym. There is also a laundry room and two useful storage rooms. There is direct access from the basements to the rear of the property and so prospective purchasers could create a self contained space for dependent relatives or an au pair.

The property is positioned towards the head of the cul de sac section of Hargate Drive, which along with neighbouring Howard Drive and Hill Top, is one of the most prestigious addresses in Hale. The plot measures approximatley 0.36 acres with a gated entrance leading to forecourt area that provides off road parking for a number of vehicles. The driveway runs alongside the house and leads to a detached brick built garage. Ther rear gardens area genuine delight and are perfect for those with young families. There is a paved patio, accessed directly from the living room, that leads down to a private 135 foot lawned garden that is fringed by mature trees and hedging.