Property description
This prestigious and historic house is one of West Lancashire’s most outstanding and most treasured homes and is ideally situated in the heart of Dalton one of this regions most sought after locations. The property was built in the late 1800’s and was the former rectory for nearby St Michaels church and although the home has has been considerably updated and extended over the years it has always been done with the utmost love, care and attention to detail. The magnificent proportion of the house is complemented by numerous antique artefacts and charming original features, such as ornate coving, marble pillars, beautiful ceiling roses, marble fireplaces, and wonderful bay windows.
Accommodation covers nearly 6000 square feet and whilst the floor plan is expansive it is also intimate and comfortable with one elegant room flowing seamlessly to the next. Living areas are embellished with oak and limestone floorings, hand crafted cabinetry, a stunning oak staircase with galleried landing, top of line fitted bathrooms and a quite outstanding open plan ‘Loxley’ kitchen. The gardens of ‘Dalton House’ are just as spectacular - boasting total privacy amongst the most exquisite landscaping. - the sale of this truly special home offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a property of unparalleled luxury, rich in history and with all the prized modern conveniences that are so often a rarity in a home from this era.
The property is entered via an ornate carved gothic archway and the handsome hardwood door with antique hardware gives some clue as to the quality one should expect throughout the living spaces, accommodation highlights include reception hallway with modern light oak staircase, a relaxing library with Italianate design ceiling rose and coving, a grand dining room affording pretty views of the Victorian themed garden - just perfect for entertaining. The sitting room boasts a handsome Louis XV1 style fireplace, whilst the breath taking drawing room which is on a particularly grand scale features three tall picture windows with built in window seats and views of the extensively planted rear gardens. A large study, utility room, boiler room, cloakroom, cellar, rear porch-way/boot room and of course a kitchen complete the ground floor living areas. The kitchen, which can only be described as spectacular is a British classic, hand crafted by ‘Loxley’ of Nottingham, custom made in a variety of timbers and finished in antiqued cream colour with light oak features and columns, the extensive work space is Kashmire gold granite, whilst a full range of quality ‘Miele’ appliances with pyrolytic oven and ceramic hob, a four door gas Aga and a ‘Sub Zero’ fridge freezer ensure this amazing kitchen is bang up to date.
The first floor private spaces include five double bedrooms, a four piece family bathroom, two en-suites and a dressing room. The lavish master suite alone covers over 700 square feet and features medium oak flooring, cast iron radiators and hardwood painted window shutters, the real pièce de résistance though is the master en-suite with its ‘Victoria & Albert’ suite including an ‘Amalfi’ bath made in white volcanic rock with floor mounted mixer tap and shower attachment, a Roman 3 sided double shower, matching ‘his and hers’ basins with marble worktops, contemporary slim line close coupled w.c. and matching bidet - Porcelanosa tiling, under floor heating and illuminated mirrors complete the quality finish.
Externally the property has intercom access and the gated driveway sweeps past extensive lawns to the main house where the forecourt area provides ample parking and access to a 2 story detached building which houses the 2-3 car garage. Above the garage is a large room that would be perfect for use as a home office, gymnasium home cinema or subject to planning as separate living accommodation. The gardens cover approximately 3/4 of an acre with mature grounds ensuring the property is well screened, the rear garden is secure and private, designed around 7 years ago it includes a number of linked patio areas paved in stone and featuring an ornamental carp pond, the patio areas are bordered by granite sets and Derbyshire spar stone gravel infill, whilst topiary features, box hedging, fragrant English lavender and a white garden inspired by ‘Sissinghurst’ combine to relax the senses and ensure that these beautiful gardens are as memorable as the house that they surround.
Dalton is a rural parish and the character of the village remains unchanged with pastures, hills, dales, woods, streams, lanes, ponds and hedgerows criss crossed with footpaths that meander past the neighbouring farms and prestige homes that nestle amidst the verdant backdrop of beautiful English countryside. The location feels lightyears from the hustle and bustle of daily life yet the wider region of villages, towns and cities are all within an easy commute, the railway station in nearby Parbold and the M6 motorway are also both on hand. For families some of the regions most highly regarded schools are close by and the many excellent amenities in nearby Parbold ensure this memorable home is anything but remote.
Property Features :
- Prestigious & Historic Detached Home
- Nearly 6000 Square Feet
- Five Double Bedrooms
- Five Reception Rooms
- Beautiful Landscaped Gardens
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