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About
Where is Leighton Drive? Leighton Drive forms part of Abraham Heights, a popular residential development on the edge of Lancaster.
Known for its peaceful setting, green surroundings and strong community feel, the area appeals to families, professionals and anyone seeking convenient city access without living among the bustle.
Lancaster city centre and railway station are within easy reach, along with local schools, shops, healthcare and leisure facilities.
Nearby walking routes provide opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, while good road links make travel around Lancaster and beyond straightforward.
It is a location that balances everyday practicality with a more relaxed pace of life-close enough for work, dining and shopping in the city, yet pleasantly removed when it is time to return home.
About this home A detached three-bedroom home with generous living space, a conservatory and a memorable Japanese-inspired garden, this is a property where indoor comfort and outdoor living come together particularly well.
The entrance hallway leads into a spacious lounge and dining room, with plenty of room to relax, eat together and entertain.
Windows to the front and rear bring in natural light, while sliding doors open into the conservatory.
This additional reception space creates an easy connection with the garden and could work equally well as a sunny sitting room, playroom or quiet place to read.
The kitchen offers a practical arrangement of fitted storage and workspace, alongside a gas hob, electric oven and space for the essential appliances.
A serving hatch connects it with the living area, while a rear door provides direct garden access. A ground-floor cloakroom completes the practical ground-floor layout.
Upstairs are three comfortable bedrooms. Two include built-in storage, with the third bedroom featuring mirrored fitted wardrobes.
The family bathroom is fitted with a bath and electric shower, washbasin and WC. Further storage can be found on the landing, which also provides access to the insulated loft.
The garden is what makes this home especially memorable. Designed with a Japanese influence, it features mature conifers, Japanese maples and a pond crossed by a decorative footbridge.
A paved patio creates a private place for summer meals, morning coffee or simply sitting among the greenery.
There is also useful dry storage to the side, an outdoor tap, a detached garage with power and lighting, and off-road parking.
Offered with no onward chain, this detached home in Abraham Heights provides space, privacy and a distinctive garden, all within easy reach of Lancaster.
Useful information Three-bedroom detached house Freehold tenure Council Tax Band C Gas central heating with a Baxi boiler Double-glazed windows Detached garage with power and lighting, plus off-road parking Offered for sale with no onward chain EPC Rating: D Location Leighton Drive forms part of Abraham Heights, a popular residential development on the edge of Lancaster.
Known for its peaceful setting, green surroundings and strong community feel, the area appeals to families, professionals and anyone seeking convenient city access without living among the bustle.
Lancaster city centre and railway station are within easy reach, along with local schools, shops, healthcare and leisure facilities.
Nearby walking routes provide opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, while good road links make travel around Lancaster and beyond straightforward.
It is a location that balances everyday practicality with a more relaxed pace of life-close enough for work, dining and shopping in the city, yet pleasantly removed when it is time to return home.
Garden Japanese inspired garden Parking - Garage Detached garage
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