5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

* OFFERED WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN AND AN ENORMOUS AMOUNT OF POTENTIAL*

This substantial 5 bedroomed semi-detached residence provides a most spacious family home brimming with character and period charm. Located in a most popular residential location, within a conservation area approximately 1 mile from the town centre and a similar distance from the M62 motorway network at junction 24. Rare to the market this house is ideal for the growing family with an eye on turning what is a perfectly good home into a superb home by adding your own stamp. Close to local schools, the hospital and the thriving centres of Lindley and Marsh. The property comprises a grand reception hall, 2 generous reception rooms, a dining kitchen, large cellars, family bathroom and 5 double bedrooms. Outside of particular note is a large back garden which takes in superb panoramic views across the valley. Occupying a tree lined street opposite the local tennis club and often popular with the professional market and large families alike. VIEWING IS STRONGLY ADVISED TO APPRECIATE THE SIZE AND CHARECTER OF ACCOMODATION WHICH IS PRESENTED TO MARKET WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN AND IS PRICED TO REFLECT THE SUPERB POTENTIAL THERE IS ON OFFER HERE.

Ground Floor -

Entrance Vestibule - 1.82mx 0.88m (5'11"x 2'10") - Access by a pair of single glazed double doors with vintage 1970s style block glass walls at the side. An internal (formerly external) period door with leaded and bullseye glass inset gives passage into the grand reception hall.

Reception Hall - 5.69m x 1.85m (18'8" x 6'0") - Boasting a feature staircase rising to the first floor with newel post, spindles, balustrade and panelling on display. Central heating radiator, picture rail, coving and a light oak style laminate floor covering. Internal doors lead through to the lounge, formal dining room and dining kitchen respectively. Another doorway under the stairs leading to steps descending to keeping cellars/basements.

Lounge - 5.19m max into the bay x 3.94m max (17'0" max int - A generously proportioned and well lit room with the bay window to the front elevation being a timber framed single glazed window with leaded top lights. There is plaster moulded detail to the ceiling, coving, picture rail and a uPVC double glazed window to the gable end of the property. The focal point for the room is an ornate, traditionally styled fireplace with a modern, coal effect stove sat atop a tiled hearth with a tiled back. Those with an interest in history will be pleased to see the servant push button bell system is still operational and ideal for summoning a refreshing beverage from the "staff". Central heating radiator and painted frieze.

Second Sitting Room/Formal Dining Room - 5.18m max into the bay x 4.23m max (16'11" max in - Another generous reception room, taking in superb views across the Grimescar Valley and beyond, also enjoying an abundance of natural light via the timber framed single glazed bay window to the rear elevation with an attractive outlook over the garden, further complemented by a uPVC double glazed window positioned to the side elevation. Of particular note are, what we believe to be, the original features including the plaster moulded frieze, decorative coving and plaster detail around the ceiling and ceiling rose. The focal point for this room is a traditionally styled, tiled fireplace with another coal effect gas stove in situ. Central heating radiator.

Dining Kitchen - 3.65m x 3.76m (11'11" x 12'4" ) - Fitted with a range of traditionally styled base units and drawers with marble effect working surfaces atop and which incorporate a 2 & 1/2 bowl stainless steel inset sink unit with mixer tap over and which is positioned adjacent to a large uPVC double glazed picture window which takes in the aforementioned panoramic views. There are part tiled splashbacks around the preparation areas and the kitchen is further equipped with a four ring gas hob, fitted oven, plumbing for a slimline dishwasher and provision for additional white goods. A traditional pantry cupboard unit provides a range of additional storage. There is a light oak effect laminate floor covering which is continued from the reception hall. Central heating radiator, servants' bell display board and a solid timber side door which leads to the exterior of the property.

Lower Ground Floor -

Basements/Wash Kitchens -

Front Cellar - 3.97m x 2.78m max (13'0" x 9'1" max) - With a stone flagged floor.

Rear Section/Utility - 4.23m max x 5.06m max (13'10" max x 16'7" max) - With plumbing laid on, power points, Belfast style sink, central heating radiator, a decorative, period, cast fireplace. This is a useful, generous sized area, suitable for a variety of uses, currently used as a utility room. There is excellent head height and a traditional side door gives access to the garden at the rear.

Boiler Room - 3.66m x 2.16m (12'0" x 7'1") - Housing the Veismann boiler and associated plumbing, with a fitted work bench, power and light.

Workshop Area - 2.19m x 4.02m (7'2" x 13'2") - With cupboard units and work bench.

Wine Cellar/Keeping Area - 2.41m x 1.62 (7'10" x 5'3") - With stone keeping tables and shelving. Power points laid on making this an ideal place for additional white goods.

First Floor -

Bedroom, Front - 4.63m x 3.5m max (15'2" x 11'5" max ) - Enjoying a pleasant aspect to the front over the local tennis club via the timber framed, double glazed windows. There is a central heating radiator, decorative coving, picture rail, servants' bell push and a decorative cast period fireplace with inset tiled detail.

Bedroom, Rear - 4.5m x 4.24m max (14'9" x 13'10" max ) - Enjoying a dual aspect view via the uPVC double glazed windows to the rear and side elevations, exposed real wood flooring, central heating radiator, servants' bell push, picture rail, coving and the focal point for the room is a beautiful traditional, decorative fireplace with slate surround, tiled back and plinth and an ornate inset cast open fire.

Bedroom, Rear - 3.69m x 3.47m to the breast (12'1" x 11'4" to the - Positioned at the rear of the property and therefore enjoying the views across Grimescar Valley via the timber framed double glazed window. Featuring another decorative period cast fireplace and having a useful double wardrobe with cupboard storage over, servants' bell push, picture rail and coving.

Family Bathroom - 2.34m x 2.74m (7'8" x 8'11") - Fitted with a vanity style hand wash basin with mixer tap over, low flush wc, panel bath with mixer tap and Triton shower over, glass splash screen, part tiled splashbacks, linen and cylinder cupboards, two central heating radiators and a double glazed window to the front elevation with privacy glass inset.

Second Floor -

Landing - With useful storage area then leading to a further "hidden" door leading to further eaves space with a skylight. This area is not boarded and the insulation is on display and this area could make a useful further storage area.

Bedroom - 3.47m x 3.49m (11'4" x 11'5") - A gable fronted style room with a timber framed double glazed window positioned to the front elevation, overlooking the tree-lined surrounding streets and beyond towards the tennis club which will be fully visible in the winter months. Central heating radiator, exposed purlins, beams and eaves storage.

Bedroom - 3.7m x 2.89m max (12'1" x 9'5" max) - Also displaying a decorative cast feature fireplace, central heating radiator and a timber framed double glazed window positioned to the rear elevation looking over Grimescar Valley.

Walk-In Wardrobe/Cupboard Storage/Box Room - 1.72m x 0.96m (5'7" x 3'1") - A useful, centrally positioned additional storage space with potential to create a shower room or wc, subject to works and necessary consents.

Outside - To the front of the property is a well stocked buffer garden with a cottage style feel although larger than the average. The rear garden is a very generous, with an open aspect towards the Grimescar Valley and woodland. At the rear is an elevated rockery, in the lower level is a predominantly level lawn and then leading to a decked seating area towards the bottom of the curtilage.

Council Tax. Band D. -

Tenure - We understand that the property is a freehold arrangement, this should be checked by the incoming purchasers legal team.

In order to comply with the Estate Agents (Undesirable Practises) Order 1991, Boultons E.A are required to qualify the status of any prospective purchaser, including the financial position of that purchaser and their ability to exchange contracts. For us to comply with this order and before recommending acceptance of any offers, and subsequently making the property 'SOLD SUBJECT TO CONTRACT' each prospective purchaser will be required to demonstrate that they are financially capable to proceed with the purchase of the property.