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"You know when you ve arrived ! This superb property stands out in the area with its iconic red front door and double fronted nature exuding an air of stature and importance. Oozing a period nature, this property is sure to impress in this prominent Barton location.

Improved by the current vendors and enjoying spacious accommodation throughout with some fabulous spaces which are perfect for entertaining along with four bedrooms and two bathrooms all set in a spacious plot.
Barton is a sought after location which is nestled along the A6 between Preston and Lancaster. The village of Barton has a primary school, public house, hotel and places of worship. Close by the village of Bilsborrow is found to the north which includes the Flower Bowl entertainment facility and Barton Grange. There is plenty to do in the local area being close to the Forest of Bowland and Beacon Fell. There are canal side walks along with cycling opportunities such as the Guild Wheel which surrounds Preston.

There is good access to the main road and motorway network making this an ideal location for commuters. A main line train station is in Preston which has a fast train link into London.
Double steel gates open to reveal this impressive property. There is a gravelled driveway which gives plenty of parking ahead of the property and the drive sweeps around to the side of the property providing a further parking area.

The house exudes an air of importance and the impressive pillared open porch is home to that superb red front door. Internally the house enjoys high ceilings, intricate coving, some shuttered windows, sash styling and a superb highly attractive staircase honouring the period of the house.

The substantial front door opens into an impressive entrance hall and from here it is easy to see the elegance of this beautiful home. In a traditional layout, there are reception rooms either side of the entrance hall.

The snug is positioned to the right with views over the front gardens, this room has painted panel effect walls and enjoys a sash style shuttered window to the front giving a real period feel along with a feature fireplace.

On the opposite side of the hall is the main lounge which has views out to the front of the property and again enjoys a shuttered sash style window and further windows out to the side of the property. There is an attractive fireplace which provides a focal point to the room, this room has been opened into a further reception room central to the house with a further opening into an entertainment space at the back which has windows to the side and bifold doors out to the rear gardens. This wonderful space has the benefit of a bar area which includes a range of units and integrated fridge freezer, perfect for those who love to host a party.

The kitchen has views out to the side of the property and includes a range of wall and base mounted kitchen units together with a central island to compliment which incorporates a breakfast bar. There is a point for a range cooker with an extractor over and integrated appliances include two dishwashers. There is an opening to a further reception room which could be used as a dining area or snug. This has glazed double doors out to the side of the property.

The utility room is spacious and is designed with practicality in mind with a range of units, point for a washer and dryer along with a sink and door to the rear gardens

From the spacious entrance hall there is an attractive staircase which rises up to a half landing where there is a picture window giving views out to the rear of the property. The staircase then turns onto a spacious landing which has a picture window at the front of the property. This picture window creates a fantastic bright space.

There are four bedrooms in total along with a shower room which has a shower, wash handbasin set in a unit and WC along with a heated towel rail. A further bathroom is provided, this is spacious and includes a roll top style bath, WC, wash handbasin and a separate shower.
There is a summer house at the rear, perfect for entertaining outdoors and an expanse of lawned gardens. Plenty of parking is provided at the front"