3 bedroom detached house for sale

Offered for sale with no onward chain is this substantial and characterful detached home, set on a generous plot along Bolton Road, Anderton. Constructed in attractive red brick with rendered elevations, the property boasts spacious accommodation, a large rear garden with far-reaching countryside views, and a substantial garage/workshop, presenting an excellent opportunity to modernise a well-built home.

Situated within the sought-after village of Anderton, the property enjoys a semi-rural setting whilst remaining conveniently positioned for access to Adlington village centre, local amenities and transport links, including the nearby train station and regular bus routes. The surrounding area is particularly well regarded for its proximity to Rivington and Anglezarke, offering beautiful countryside, reservoirs, and scenic walking routes.

The property is entered via a useful porch, which opens into a welcoming entrance hallway featuring timber detailing, decorative glazing, and a spindle staircase, setting the tone for the character found throughout the home. To the left, a reception room currently utilised as a formal dining room enjoys a pleasant outlook over the front elevation. This space flows openly through into a second reception room positioned to the rear, currently used as the main lounge, creating a versatile and sociable living arrangement. The lounge itself is centred around a feature stone-built fireplace, forming a natural focal point and adding warmth and character, whilst enjoying views over the rear garden.

From the hallway, the property continues straight through into a spacious dining kitchen, offering a practical layout with excellent scope for reconfiguration into a more contemporary open-plan arrangement if desired. The layout also lends itself well to extension or further reconfiguration, subject to the necessary consents. The ground floor benefits from a natural flow between the reception rooms and kitchen, with the lounge also providing secondary access into the kitchen, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

A staircase rises from the hallway to the first floor with useful under-stairs storage, whilst the kitchen leads through to a separate utility room, adding further practicality. The utility provides access to the substantial attached garage/workshop, which incorporates two useful storage areas and a ground-floor WC, and also offers direct access out to the rear garden. Throughout the ground floor, the property retains timber ceilings and traditional finishes, enhancing the overall sense of character and warmth.

Upstairs, the property offers well-proportioned accommodation with a particularly pleasant outlook to the rear. The principal bedroom is a generous double, complete with the benefit of an en suite shower room, providing a practical and private space. A second double bedroom is positioned to the rear of the property, enjoying open views across the garden and surrounding countryside, creating a light and peaceful setting. The third bedroom has been enhanced with an extension, forming a lovely additional sitting area or study space overlooking the rear, a versatile feature that could suit a range of uses, from home working to a dressing area. The accommodation is served by a family bathroom suite, alongside a separate WC, offering added convenience for family living. The landing itself is complemented by feature-stained glass windows, allowing natural light to filter through and adding a distinctive touch of character.

The property sits on a generous plot with a lawned front garden, stone boundary walls, and a driveway providing ample off-road parking. A standout feature is the substantial attached garage/workshop, extending to over 30ft in length, with exposed timber structure and extensive space for storage, hobbies, or potential conversion, subject to the necessary consents. To the rear, the south-facing garden is a key selling point: a large, established plot laid mainly to lawn with paved patio areas and open views across the surrounding countryside, offering a superb sense of space, privacy, and long-term appeal.

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-built detached home combining traditional character features with generous proportions and a superb plot, offering buyers the chance to modernise and create a truly special long-term family home in a desirable semi-rural location.