Leckonby Street, Great Eccleston, Preston, Lancashire

In the very heart of Great Eccleston, there is a remarkable home that has been in the same family since 1919 and has a poise and elegance that can only be understood when you really start to see it. Tall, substantial and oozing importance, we present to you Mulberry House. This gorgeous home offers stunning original period features, with an impressive entrance hall with its timber panelling and flooring, reception rooms with high ceilings giving a real opulent feel, a welcoming kitchen and gorgeous garden room, perfect for enjoying the views over the highly attractive grounds with a brick walled garden feel, a rare find in this sought after location to give you just a snippet.
The house has evolved over the years, part a more cottage style thought to date back to the 1700’s and the opulent, taller rooms added in the Victorian times. This gives best of both. The house extends to approximately 3600 sq ft, with a further double garage currently being built to serve the house. The internal space includes a stunning entrance hall, 4 reception rooms, 4 bedrooms to the first floor and 2 further rooms and WC on the second floor which have been used as bedrooms but should not be classed as such. The gorgeous gardens have been carefully planned and stocked over the years to create a lovely “country garden” feel.

Great Eccleston is a fabulous village, sought after by many. Set in the village centre overlooking the square on one side and its lovely gardens to the other, it is a location many dream of.

The house is in 2 halves, the small cottage with low ceilings is 1700s I understand then the tall rooms added in Victorian times. Been in family since 1919.

Day to day entry is taken at the rear, a more formal entrance is provided from the front. The centrepiece of this home has to be the Reception Hall, entered from the village square, the substantial door opens into the this superb room. There is a stunning hardwood floor and a gorgeous staircase with panelling up the stairs. The splendid open fire gives a welcoming and impressive focal point to the room setting the tone for the rest of this home. Doors lead off to the various ground floor rooms.

Moving to the Victorian extension, these rooms are used as a dining room and lounge. The lounge has a large bay window providing plenty of natural light and an open fire set in a marble fireplace giving a cosy focal point to the room. The dining room has views onto the square and a beautiful fireplace, perfect for setting the ambiance of the room. Found at the rear of reception hall is the utility room and WC. The utility room has a point for a washer and drier along with a built in cupboard. The boiler is also found in here.

The well-presented kitchen includes a range of kitchen units with contrasting worksurfaces and a central island with timer worksurface and breakfast bar. The Aga is set into the wall and again gives a warm feeling to the room. Integrated appliances include dishwasher, and microwave. A spacious pantry is a wonderful addition to the room. A door leads through to a splendid garden room, this has patio doors which can be opened onto those gorgeous gardens, guests can spill out into the gardens. This room adds so much to this lovely home.

The beautiful staircase rises up to a spacious landing on the first floor where there is an atrium above, and built in storage.

Bedroom 1 has views out to the square and includes a fitted wardrobe and a shower ensuite. Bedroom 2 enjoys lovely high ceilings and bay window along with a feature fireplace. Bedroom 3 has a bay window to the side and window to the front providing lots of natural light. Bedroom 4 is currently used as a study and has views to the village square.

The family bathroom has a bath, high level WC, pedestal wash basin and built in storage. A separate shower room is also provided which has a shower, WC and a wash basin set in a unit.

Further stairs rise to the second floor. The second floor space has been used by the current vendor as 2 bedrooms, but isn’t classified as such. There are two rooms and a shower room up here too, which has a shower, WC and wash basin.

A double garage is being built within the gardens. The gardens have been carefully planned and stocked over the years and now form a mature country garden feel with a fabulous seating area. Sat behind a brick wall to one side giving a sheltered feel and a sense of privacy. A right of access over the road will be granted to the house, through to the garage. There are gate posts on the entrance to the courtyard area.

Great Eccleston is a charming and well-regarded village in Lancashire, nestled along the banks of the River Wyre. The village offers an appealing blend of rural tranquillity and everyday convenience At the heart of the village is a traditional market square, where local shops, cafés, pubs and weekly market create a welcoming and lively atmosphere. The village is well connected, with easy access to nearby towns such as Poulton-le-Fylde and Blackpool, providing a wider range of amenities, shopping, and leisure opportunities. The surrounding countryside offers beautiful walking routes and open green spaces, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Forest of Bowland—an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—adds to the appeal.

The village also benefits from a well-regarded primary school. A good range of senior schools are found in Poulton Le Fylde, Preesall, and Garstang. Private Schools in the area include AKS Lytham, Rossall School and Kirkham Grammar School.