5 bedroom detached house for sale

* PERIOD PROPERTY *
Built circa 1890 this Accrington red brick built period property is bursting with character and offers an array of accommodation throughout.. There are four reception rooms, five bedrooms as well as original features and a converted water tower. The plot extends to 1.1 acres OTA and offers a double gated driveway, large garage/workshop and extensive well maintained gardens. The property has been lovingly maintained and improved by the current owners and makes an impressive family home.
The house is in a commanding semi-rural position and has great accessibility to the main road, motorway networks and is only a short drive to the City of Preston where a host of amenities can be found.

The well planned accommodation comprises of an entrance porch which has the original mosaic tiled floor and a stained glass door to the hallway. Off the hallway is the spacious drawing room which has an original open fire with a marble surround, solid wood flooring and a feature servants bell. Continuing through the property, the generous dining room boasts original features including two servants bells and an original marble fireplace. There is also a cosy morning room with a wood burning stove, a games room boasting a beamed ceiling which has potential to be many uses, plus a utility room, boot room with shower, W.C and wash basin, and a large cellar which houses the boiler and meters. In the cellar there is also space for extra storage and built in wine rack.

The excellent sized dining kitchen hosts a fully fitted kitchen, a generous amount of units with integrated appliances including a fridge freezer, dishwasher, double oven and a 5 ring gas hob. There is space for a large dining table. The working servants bell panel is located in the kitchen which is another beautiful feature.
The original return staircase leads to a split landing which the 4 piece bathroom is off, comprising the original refurbished cast roll top bath, modern walk in double shower with fitted TV, low suite W.C and a pedestal wash basin.

Continuing to the main landing the main bedroom can be found which has floor to ceiling built in wardrobes and a 3 piece en-suite. There is also a separate 3 piece shower room, and a further four generous bedrooms including the tower bedroom which is accessed from bedroom four up an open staircase and offers fabulous views over the garden.

Externally the property has two gated entrances with two large driveways and ample parking. There is also a large garage/workshop which has a 1st floor and has power and light laid on.

The extensive well maintained garden comprises of spacious lawned areas with soil beds housing mature plants, trees and shrubs as well as cobbled pathways and a generous patio ideal for alfresco dining.

The property also has the benefit of a fitted gazebo with slate roof to mirror the water tower, which houses a six person hot tub which will be included in the sale.