Property description
Set in a wonderful rural location with private aspects and a fantastic plot is this gorgeous character property, This unique treasure stands as one of the loveliest historical homes in the area and represents a rare opportunity to acquire a family home adorned with many unique attributes including beamed ceilings, exposed brickwork, stone flooring, and most interestingly a Benedictine monks hiding hole which dates the property to at least the early part of the 1700’s. The striking period architecture combines perfectly with all the comfort and elegance of modern living and the present owners have completed the property with quality fitments and finishes. Brief accommodation highlights include entrance hallway, lounge, sitting room, breakfast kitchen, conservatory/sun room, downstairs cloaks/wc, six bedrooms, en-suite and a family bathroom. Outside there are private gardens to the side and rear along with ample parking and a detached garage.
The character of the home is typical of the era in which it was built and since the property was extended the flow of accommodation lends itself perfectly to modern family life. The inviting entrance hallway with its stone flooring leads through to a good sized lounge with beamed ceilings, oak flooring and a cosy wood burning stove. The adjacent sitting room provides a wonderful second reception, again having a beamed ceiling and an attractive brick built feature fireplace with a wood burning stove.
The large dining kitchen is a wonderful area just perfect for family gatherings being open to the sun room/conservatory and fitted with a comprehensive and quality range of wall and base units with contrasting granite work surfaces and integrated appliances including a Range oven, extractor hood, dishwasher, wine cooler, fridge and freezer. The stylish look is complete with matching splash backs, oak flooring and a high vaulted ceiling. A practical utility space and a wc complete the downstairs living areas.
On the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The master bedroom features front facing aspects along with a two piece en-suite with a low level wc and a pedestal wash hand basin. The two additional bedrooms on this level are both of a good size served by a three piece family bathroom comprising low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin and a stand alone claw foot bath, there is complementary floor tiling and a heated towel rail. On the second floor there are a further three double bedrooms which offer excellent guest accommodation or additional reception space as cinema room or study. Also on this level is a two piece shower room.
The outside spaces are of particular note with the whole plot extending to approximately a 1/3 of an acre, with manicured gardens and mature borders along with patios just perfect for outdoor entertaining. There is also a gazebo with hot tub which is just idyllic on long summer evenings. The gardens are private and attract a wide variety of wildlife including owls, cuckoos, woodpeckers and bats. To the front there is driveway parking which leads to the side of the property and a large detached garage.
The area in general has strong agricultural traditions with this particular home situated on the edge of greenbelt farmland. Although in a rural location there is only a short drive to either Ormskirk or Burscough with their excellent amenities and public transport connections. Southport is also within driving distance along with many highly regarded schools.
Property Features :
- 1700´s Detached Residence
- Over 2600 Square Feet
- Six Bedrooms
- Outstanding Finish
- Desirable Rural Location