An imposing detached character property which originates from the former historic old school, retaining much charm and character and set in large lawned gardens in a quiet yet convenient location.
This spacious and well-presented property is located in a quiet location but within a few minute's drive of the M6 motorway, ideal for the commuter. A reception hall is accessed by a double-pitched pine entrance door with decorative stained glass top windows and original half-panelled walls, a diamond set black and white ceramic floor and an open minstrel's gallery with balustrade. Double doors lead into the well-proportioned living room, with a decorative stained glass window and original feature arched windows to the front and gable evaluation with leaded windows, exposed foot timbers and wall panelling. An inner hall leads to bedroom five, a cosy snug, and a cloakroom/WC.The kitchen has an excellent range of high-quality fitted oak wall and floor units in a hand-painted finish with matching island preparation and breakfasting area. A fantastic range of built-in appliances, including a 'Miele' ceramic hob and barbeque grill, electric oven, microwave, steam oven and coffee machine, wine cooler, double 'Belfast' sink and four oven gas-fired 'AGA' set in a decorative recessed alcove, limestone flooring, double French doors leading into the rear garden and built-in fridge/freezer with ice dispenser.The breakfast room leads off the kitchen area and has limestone flooring and double French doors. The impressive garden room/conservatory has limestone flooring and hardwood double French doors leading into the garden. There is a utility room and access to bedroom six.On the first floor is an attractive Minstrel's gallery with a feature leaded and stained glass window. The principal bedroom has two leaded stone mullioned windows, stripped floorboards, access to an en suite bathroom, free-standing roll bath with ball and claw feet, shower mixer attachment, separate corner shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low-level WC, chrome heated towel rail and radiator. Bedrooms two and three both have en suite bathrooms. Bedroom four has an attractive timber balcony and decorative wrought iron railings. The family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.To the second floor is a leisure/attic room that spans the entire property length. It has four 'Velux' roof lights and access into the eaves for storage; there are also two radiators.ExternallyThe property is approached from the public highway through a timber five-bar gate leading into a tarmac drive and turning area. There is a detached double garage with an electrically operated double door, and lighting, power, and water have been installed. The main garden areas are to the rear elevation. They are mainly laid to lawn with mature surrounding trees and shrubs and an ornamental pond with surrounding stone and timber areas ideal for outdoor entertaining. There is a timber summerhouse and children's garden playhouse; further, lawned areas to the front and side of the property, and the gardens extend to around 1 acre.ServicesGas central heating, mains electricity, mains water, private sewage system.Summary of accommodationGround Floor: Reception hall | Cloaks | Kitchen | Breakfast room | Garden room/conservatory | Snug | Utility room | Living room Bedroom five | Inner hall | Bedroom sixFirst Floor: Principal Bedroom with en suite bathroom | Bedroom two with en suite shower | Bedroom three with en suite showerBedroom four | Family bathroomSecond Floor: Leisure/attic room
DistancesBlackburn 5 miles, Preston 6 miles, and Manchester 35 miles (All distances and times are approximate).