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Initially constructed around the early 1900s the property was purchased by our clients in 2006 and they have subsequently and significantly both extended and modernised the home. Deceptive from the front, the property now extends substantially to the rear.

The dwelling will no doubt suit those buyers looking for something a little different and seeking a classic semi rural location. Sitting an a fantastic large plot of circa 1 Acre, their may offer scope for further development subject to the usual consents. Also those looking for a smallholding could be interested.

There is flexible accommodation together with a number of outbuildings and a large driveway all within a significant plot. The outbuildings, formerly stables. have both mains electricity and water. One is currently used as a gym games room party room and all can be easily converted back into stables if required.

Fringing open fields to the rear, with direct access to a public footpath and enjoying a distant open aspect to the front, the property is further enhanced by the variety of wildlife which presents into the garden which include deer, hedgehogs, foxes, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

From studying the layout plan you will note that there are two double bedrooms positioned to the first floor. The master has an original cast iron and tile fireplace and includes an en suite shower room. The second double bedroom is served by the stunning feature bathroom accessed across the glazed gallery landing.

To the ground floor, there is a traditional and individual reception room to the front, currently used as a formal dining room. The well planned dining kitchen has an integrated dishwasher and wine cooler, and solid slate worktops. Off the dining kitchen, there is a small utility room, which can accommodate a washer and separate dryer, a separate small cloakroom and patio door which opens onto an enclosed terrace. The dining kitchen then opens immediately into a fantastic and bright living space brimming with features which include vaulted ceiling with Velux roof light, the aforementioned gallery landing, oak flooring, solid oak full height windows, feature brick wall and log burner. The large patio doors provide direct access to the extensive gardens. The hall benefits from the original tiled floor and wood paneling.

The ground floor is completed with a separate wing which has two further vaulted bedrooms 1 double, 1 single both with patio doors onto the decked terrace and a family bathroom. This flexible layout may appeal to families who seek or require ground floor bedroom accommodation in addition to regular two storey living.

The thoughtful design is finished with style and upon our first inspection we were very pleasantly surprised with the privacy which is primarily generated through the substantial private gardens and fields that are included in the sale. Total area circa 1 Acre.

Externally, in addition to the outbuildings, extensive gardens and fields, the property benefits from a greenhouse and 3 distinct external seating areas, one with a small pond with a contemporary stainless steel water feature, glass canopy and outdoor tv. An electric car charging point is installed, adjacent to the drive.

The sellers inform us that the property is Freehold

Council Tax Band E £2,660.90

Situated between Lostock and Chew Moor village, the property offers pleasant semi rural surroundings with excellent access to important transport links. Lostock train station, which is on the mainline to Manchester, is around half a mile away and junction 5 of the M61 is around 2 miles away. Local bus services pass immediately in front of the property.

There is also good access to the satellite towns of Westhoughton and Horwich which offer an array of shops, services and supermarkets which complements the large retail development close to the town s football stadium, which can be seen in the distance from the property across fields.

The location strikes an excellent balance of access to the surrounding countryside but is not so remote and the transport infrastructure is ideal for those commuting towards Manchester, Bolton or Preston. The area is served by a variety of highly rated primary and secondary schools.