Sunnybank Cottages, Helmshore, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4

NESTLED AT THE END OF A TERRACE OF DISTINCTIVE VICTORIAN HOMES WITH DELIGHTFUL RURAL VIEWS TO BOTH THE FRONT & REAR. Tucked away and approached via a pleasant tree lined lane from Alden Road, the house enjoys a slightly elevated position with the benefit of a  LONG, COBBLED FOUR CAR SIDE DRIVEWAY. 

A traditional entrance vestibule with the original, red quarry tiled floor guides you into the spacious front facing lounge. Featuring a focal point fireplace with gas fire, the lounge flows via an open archway into an impressive, larger dining room. A unique solid wood door then provides access into the recently fitted kitchen. With the benefit of sensor controlled lighting, a range of quality oak, wood grained wall & base units have been added complete with plate rack and illuminated display cupboard. At the side of the kitchen is a very useful porch/utility area and split, hardwood 'stable' door to the outside

Retaining many character features including high ceilings and generous room proportions this desirable home is at present arranged to offer two double bedrooms. The main front bedroom has been combined from two rooms and could easily be divided - as the original door and opening have been preserved. To the second floor there is a superb, large loft room. This space has potential for conversion into a further two bedrooms ( subject to approval and consents). The house could therefore offer the possibility of FIVE family bedrooms.

Situated on the rural fringe of Helmshore Village,t he property is on the doorstep of country walks yet convenient for Holcombe Road and commuting access to Rawtenstall, Bury and the A56(M) link at Haslingden for the M66 ( for M60) or M65 (for M6) motorway networks.The well respected Helmshore Primary School is located within a half mile at Gregory Fold and Haslingden High School/Sixth Form College along Broadway.

Vestibule

1.02m x 1.17m - 3'4" x 3'10"
Modern 'Rockwood' entrance door with an arched glazed inset. Half glazed,wide door into the Lounge. Original red quarry tiled floor.

Lounge

4.07m x 5.12m - 13'4" x 16'10"
Living flame gas fire set into a feature wood surround with marble effect inset and hearth. Arched, glazed wall display ( former door opening). Coved ceiling, ornate ceiling rose, picture rail. Two wall light points. Front facing tall window with open views. Archway open to the Dining Room.

Living/Dining Room

4.56m x 5.06m - 14'12" x 16'7"
A spacious central dining/living room with staircase off to the first floor and under stairs store. Coved ceiling, ornate ceiling rose, dado rail to walls. Windows to both the side and rear elevations with diamond leading. Solid wood internal door to the kitchen

Fitted Kitchen

3.65m x 2.04m - 11'12" x 6'8"
Recent, custom fitted wall, base and drawer units in an attractive Oak Wood grained finish with cream ceramic handle detail. Integral plate rack and illuminated wall display cupboard. Complementing grey work surfaces to three elevations with an inset, stainless steel bowl & a half sink unit located beneath the side facing window. Plumbed for an auto washer. Fitted filter cooker hood. Under unit 'Kick' heater. Automatic controlled ceiling lights on a motion sensor. Wall cupboard concealing the recently installed ' Main' gas combination central heating boiler. Arch open to utility porch.

Side Utility Porch

1.61m x 0.95m - 5'3" x 3'1"
Used as both a Utility Area and rear porch. Space for an upright fridge/freezer. Central heating radiator beneath the side facing window. Hardwood 'stable style' split exterior door with glazed panel.

First Floor Landing

1.68m x 5m - 5'6" x 16'5"
With access to all rooms plus door & staircase to the second floor Loft Room.

Master Bedroom

4.21m x 4.97m - 13'10" x 16'4"
Formerly two rooms ( one double and one single) with twin front facing windows. Original door and frame to the main landing, utilised as shelving.Three door wardrobes fitted to the alcove. Coved ceiling. Superb views to the front.

Double Bedroom 2

2.76m x 3.06m - 9'1" x 10'0"
A rear facing bedroom with window enjoying woodland views. Coved ceiling.

Bathroom with W.C.

2.71m x 1.94m - 8'11" x 6'4"
Comprising of a modern three piece white suite: panel bath with a plumbed in, thermostatic controlled shower and additional mixer tap shower over. Tiled wall surround , glazed folding shower screen. Shaped pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back. Low level, dual flush W.C..Upright chrome heated towel rail/radiator. Half wood panel walls to dado. Inbuilt two door linen/store cupboard. Rear facing window.

Second Floor Loft Room

7m x 4.68m - 22'12" x 15'4"
Maximum measurement with inbuilt eaves storage cupboards to both sides. Exposed beams to ceiling. Double glazed 'Velux' style window to front elevation. Central heating radiator. This large open plan room has excellent potential for conversion/splitting into two further bedrooms ( subject to planning & building regulation consents).

Exterior

Front Garden

Wrought iron gateway and balustrade to the communal front pathway. Paved front garden with seating area from which to enjoy the open aspects.

Four Car Driveway

Long cobbled driveway running the length of the gable with space for up to four cars in tandem. Please note that the other half of the drive is in the ownership of the neighbouring properties and must remain clear for access

Rear Access

Open cobbled area with access to a small yard and space for dustbins.