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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · PR5 0UP
For saleListed 52 days
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About
Bridgfords Estate Agents are delighted to present to the market 'Whistbrae', a substantial five bedroom detached family home situated in the highly sought after village of Samlesbury, Preston.
Occupying an impressive plot of approximately three-quarters of an acre, this exceptional property offers a private and peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning woodland views, whilst remaining conveniently located for excellent transport links.
The spacious and versatile accommodation briefly comprises an entrance hallway, downstairs WC, home office, generous reception rooms benefitting from a multi fuel burner, and a superb family dining kitchen that provides the perfect space for entertaining and family gatherings.
Further ground floor accommodation includes a cosy snug and a fantastic sized conservatory, currently utilised as a games room and bar.
To the first floor are five well proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The impressive master suite enjoys beautiful woodland views and benefits from a separate dressing room and a modern en suite shower room.
From the landing, stairs lead to a fantastic loft space which is currently used for storage but offers excellent potential for further usage and benefits from three skylights.
Externally, the property continues to impress, occupying a plot of approximately 0.75 acres. To the front is an extensive driveway providing ample off-road parking and storage space if required.
A newly constructed detached double garage benefits from power & lighting and an electric vehicle charging point offers additional convenience.
Side access leads to additional outdoor storage areas and attractive paved seating areas, all set against a backdrop of beautiful woodland surroundings.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size, setting and rare opportunity this detached family home offers to new owners!
Please note that an aml fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks.
Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
Entrance Hallway Composite front door, radiator, laminate flooring, stairs leading to the first floor Downstairs WC Low flush wc, sink and radiator Lounge (3.64m x 3.29m) Double glazed bay window to the front, carpet and radiator Reception Room (3.64m x 3.28m) Carpet, radiator, double doors leading into the dining kitchen and double sided multi-fuel burner Study (3.31m x 2.77m) Currently used as a home office but offering flexible usage, carpet, radiator and double glazed window to the front Dining Kitchen & Snug (8.84m x 3.63m) Kitchen - Centre island with seating, Karndean flooring, double glazed window to the rear, instant hot water tap and double sink.
Range of integrated appliances including induction hob, extractor fan, two ovens, two fridges, microwave and dishwasher.
Range of storage cupboards and fantastic complimentary work surfaces Dining Area - Tiled flooring, sliding doors & double doors opening onto the outdoor space, underfloor heating and space for a large family dining table Snug - Underfloor heating, carpet and double sided multi-fuel burner Utility Room (2.29m x 1.94m) Laminate flooring, back door to the side, combi boiler, space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and freestanding fridge freezer Conservatory (6.1m x 3.52m) Insulated roof, laminate flooring, radiators, double glazed windows, double doors opening onto the outdoor space and two skylights Landing Double glazed window, carpet, radiator and stairs leading into the attic space, currently used for storage but offers potential for further usage Bedroom One (6.13m x 2.65m) Double doors to the side offering fantastic woodland views, carpet, radiator and access into the dressing room and en suite Dressing Room (2.62m x 2.55m) Double glazed window to the side, laminate flooring and built in storage En Suite (2.62m x 1.18m) Tiled floor & walls, radiator, shower, low flush wc and sink unit Bedroom Two (3.6m x 3.35m) Double glazed window to the front, carpet and radiator Bedroom Three (3.46m x 2.98m) Double doors to the side offering fantastic woodland views, carpet and radiator Bedroom Four (3.75m x 2.78m) Carpet, radiator and double glazed window to the front Bedroom Five (1.97m x 1.87m) Vinyl flooring, radiator and double glazed window to the front Family Bathroom (2.51m x 2.28m) Laminate flooring, tiled walls, double glazed window, radiator, bath with shower over, low flush wc and sink unit with storage Externally Gated access leads into the substantial space to the front of the property offering off road parking for several vehicles, electric vehicle charger and potential for additional outdoor storage areas Large Detached double garage with power & lighting offers excellent storge space and also includes further storage in the rafters Side access leads round to the private paved outdoor seating areas set against the woodland backdrop and additional outdoor storage includes a log store and bin store Council Tax Band & Tenure We have been advised the Council Tax Band is Band E and the Tenure is Freehold
Value & comps
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About Whistbrae,, Preston New Road, Preston
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