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Set in a conservation area amid leafy Granville Park is this quite breath taking detached residence, dating back to 1898 and built by William Ayrton this unique treasure stands as one of the loveliest historical homes in the area. The property offers a wealth of charm and heritage and boasts a rich blend of traditional finishes and striking period architecture with the gracious interior accented by wooden flooring, high ceilings, original mouldings, stained glass, a magnificent staircase and stunning fireplaces.

The residence has only had a small number of owners in over 100 years and has been loved and cared for by each one of them, internal inspection will certainly not disappoint revealing accommodation which is defined by grandly proportioned spaces - from the living and dining rooms with their soaring ceilings and generous windows to the huge bedrooms with their abundant natural light. Brief highlights include entrance vestibule, five reception rooms, Victorian style conservatory, breakfast kitchen, utility room, downstairs cloaks/wc, six double bedrooms an attic room and two bathrooms. There is also the added bonus of extensive cellar space with five rooms offering great storage and further potential for accommodation. Externally there are gardens extending to approximately 3/4 of an acre with a cobbled driveway providing ample parking and leading to a detached double garage. There is also a stable and additional brick built outbuildings.

Truly reflecting the scale, proportion and tradition of the Victorian era this impressive property represents an ideal place to raise a family in a most desirable and secure environment. One of the area’s most notable private residences the home effortlessly captures the ambiance and mood of a bygone era whilst blending seamlessly with today’s modern living requirements. The floor plan is voluminous and the interiors abound with intricate original finishes with the magnificent dining room displaying original oak panelled walls with hand carved detail dated 1897, this stunning entertaining room is finished with polished wood flooring and features French doors opening out onto the delightful veranda.

The large reception hallway with its magnificent Canadian pitch pine staircase gives way to the homes other main reception rooms with the lounge and family room have been finished with the most wonderful use of tones and textures and highlighted by gorgeous fireplaces and original covings. A delightful Victorian style conservatory impresses at over 360 sq ft and combines with the reception rooms to make perfect spaces which are equally as suited for family gatherings as they are for entertaining on any scale.

Chefs will appreciate the large breakfast kitchen which features an array of fitted cabinetry with ample workspaces, Miele dishwasher, electric hob with extractor canopy, a Neff double oven and Liebherr fridge & freezer, the look is completed with complementary tiling to the walls and floor. A cosy sitting room, downstairs cloakroom, two piece wc and a practical utility room complete the downstairs living areas.

The stunning spindled staircase with its Mahogany newell post and curved balustrade ascends to the large first floor landing and the homes private spaces which begin with a wonderful master suite, this beautiful bedroom commands views over the main gardens and offers a sumptuous dressing area along with a quality en-suite which includes a sunken bath, vanity wash hand basin and a low-level wc. A further five outstanding double bedrooms and a family bathroom complete this level before a second staircase leads up to the second floor which offers excellent additional space that would be ideal as a home office or guests bedroom.

Special note should be made of bedroom six which is located to the rear of the property and rests adjacent to the box room and the staircase to the attic room, this area offers the potential be utilised as a separate annex which would be ideal accommodation for a housekeeper, a teenage suite or guest rooms.

Externally there are private gardens to the front, side and rear together with extensive parking and a detached double garage and workshop. The gardens themselves consist of mainly lawned areas with mature borders and large patios and a veranda ideal for alfresco dining and outdoor entertaining. Additional outbuildings include a potting shed, a stable, an outside wc, a wood and a coal store.

A conservation area is an area of “special architectural or historic interest”, the makeup of which is considered worthy of protection and improvement. The combination of buildings, street patterns, open spaces, vistas, landmarks and other features give a conservation area its distinctive character. 47 Granville Park is set at the heart of this area and fits perfectly in every respect. The present owners have considered every aspect of this prefix and have presented the property both inside and out in a manner totally in keeping with this special title.

The area in general is noted for its varying types and styles of prestige property and is highly regarded as one of the areas premiere addresses, with excellent schools nearby along with easy access to Ormskirk’s bustling town centre, the railway station and M58 motorway on hand with the property well placed within striking distance of Manchester, Liverpool and other surrounding commercial centres.