A rare opportunity to purchase a highly individual double fronted house of considerable character which is located to the shore side of Birkdale, standing in exceptional gardens.

Constructed around the mid 19th century by John Aughton and later extended, the property is one of a row of three Artisan's cottages built as an addition to the two adjoining cottages which were built to house the Station Master and his Assistant for Birkdale's first railway station. Offering well proportioned accommodation installed with gas central heating this briefly comprises Hall, front Sitting Room, front Living Room, Conservatory leading onto a Verandah overlooking the rear garden, open plan Dining Kitchen, Utility Room and fitted Cloakroom/wc to the ground floor with three double Bedrooms all with en suite Bathrooms (the principal also with en suite Dressing Room). The gardens are an outstanding feature of the property, the front incorporating a driveway leading to the Garage which has a Home Office to the rear, the large rear garden enjoying a southerly aspect.

The location is particularly convenient for access to Lord Street which forms part of Southport town centre, the Promenade, Victoria Park and the beach. Also within walking distance is Birkdale Village with its shops, bars, restaurants and the railway station on the Southport to Liverpool line.

Hall with under stairs storage cupboard and walk-in drinks storage cupboard adjacent to the Sitting Room.

Front Sitting Room - 6.35m x 4.24m (20'10" x 13'11") plus splay bay window to the front, extensive range of fitted book shelving and feature open fireplace.

Front Living Room - 5.18m x 4.65m (17'0" x 15'3") with "Minster" style fireplace housing gas stove, double doors leading to:-

Conservatory - 5.64m x 5m (18'6" x 16'5") plus recess, door leading to the Verandah (18' 2" x 6' 5") and enjoying a breath-taking view over the rear garden.

Open Plan Dining Kitchen - 8.51m x 3.94m (27'11" x 12'11") with door to the second Verandah, "Rangemaster" cooker and cooker hood above. Open access through to recess with Pantry and doors leading to the Utility room and Cloakroom/wc.

Utility Room - 3.38m x 1.93m (11'1" x 6'4") overall

Fitted Cloakroom/wc - 3.45m x 1.96m (11'4" x 6'5") plus door recess with storage cupboard.

First Floor:

Galleried Landing with window offering extensive viewers over the rear garden, feature decorative corner fireplace, walk in storage cupboard.

Rear Bedroom 1 - 7.57m x 3.73m (24'10" x 12'3") with windows to both the rear and side. It would be possible to sub-divide this large bedroom to accommodate a fourth bedroom.

En Suite Bathroom with four piece suite including a bath and a separate shower cubicle.

En Suite Dressing Room - 2.64m x 1.96m (8'8" x 6'5") overall and maximum measurement

Front Bedroom 2 - 5.77m x 4.22m (18'11" x 13'10") with two windows to the front and door leading to:-

En Suite Bathroom - 2.39m x 1.7m (7'10" x 5'7")

Through Bedroom 3 - 4.7m x 3.86m (15'5" x 12'8") with windows to the front and rear, walk in Closet (5' 3" x 3' 11).

En Suite Bathroom - 2.36m x 1.7m (7'9" x 5'7")

Outside: The gardens are an outstanding feature and complement the beautiful character of this house. The front garden has been landscaped to include an imposing tiled path leading to the original front door with etched glazing. The front includes off road parking and a gravelled driveway leading to the Garage. The impressive, large rear garden has the benefit of a southerly aspect and includes abundantly stocked borders, specimen shrubs, shaped lawn and York stone paved patio. The rear garden includes the remains of the historic "Velvet Walk" running its length along the left hand side. In addition, there is a feature Summer House to the end of the garden (measuring 11' 4" x 11' 6 internally) providing a breath-taking opportunity to enjoy summer afternoons and evenings overlooking the gardens. The garage measures 19'1" x 9'10 internally with side personal door in addition to the main entrance doors at the front. To the rear of the garage is an attached Office measuring 11' 4" x 9' 10".

Council Tax: Enquiries made of the Council Tax Valuation List indicate the property has been placed in Band "E".

Tenure: Freehold

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