A new property has been put on the market in Merseyside, that’s described as being the perfect ‘family home.’
Dating back to 1869, the stone cottage benefits from plenty of character features throughout.
However, the current owners have modernised and refurbished the property, so it includes the latest contemporary upgrades.
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Named Windlehurst Lodge, the three bedroom detached property is found on Hard Lane, in St Helens.
It sits on a plot of land that isn’t overlooked and benefits from a double storey garage, outbuilding and plenty of room for a number of cars to park off road.
Images from the ‘unique’ property show how it’s unlike the vast majority houses currently on the market in St Helens.
Given that it differs from the average property listed, the price is also higher than the average overall sale price for the area.
It is up for sale for offers in the region of £585,000, with estate agency Ashtons.
According to Rightmove’s market information from last year, the overall average price of properties in St Helens is £148,440.
The majority of sales during the last year were terraced properties, selling for an average price of £104,263.
Semi-detached properties sold for an average of £157,904, with detached properties fetching £262,654.
Overall, sold prices in St Helens over the last year were 5% up on the previous year and 12% up on the 2019 peak of £132,578.
Split over two floors, the property is made up of a entrance hallway with a downstairs toilet, lounge and double bedroom with en-suite bathroom on the ground floor.
Also on the lower level, is a modern kitchen and dining room area, which benefits from a lounge space.
To the first floor are two more double bedrooms both with en suite bathrooms and views over the grounds.
The home sits on a plot which has a large back garden and a newbuild garage with workship above it.
The detached garage is described as being a 'real show piece' within the garden and includes triple glazing all-round.
The Ashtons listing reads: “Windlehurst Lodge is a stunning three-bedroom stone detached home which sits on a large plot that is not overlooked, situated on the ever-popular Hard Lane and benefits from plenty of outdoor space.
“The current owner has really looked after this property, but they've also done it a huge justice by upgrading many costly components.
“This unique character property lends itself to a perfect balance between modern and contemporary.
“Nearby locals benefit from amenities, greenery, plus very popular schools which are highly rated through Ofsted with the addition of convenient road links with the East Lancs providing routes to both Liverpool and Manchester.”
View more images and information about the property visit Ashtons estate agents here.
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