Off William Young Way, Lightfoot Lane, Fulwood, Lancashire

Commanding your attention is this beautifully presented substantial home which offers spacious well-presented accommodation in the principal home along with a separate detached bungalow within the grounds. Set in a plot extending to around 1.87 acres (0.75ha) or thereabouts and with exceptional levels of privacy there aren’t many properties available of this quality locally. The property has evolved over a number of years and the grounds really are a treat setting to set off this stunning home.The principal house is truly impressive and is entered through double doors into the entrance porch and a further door opens into an impressive hall with parquet style flooring. There is a fireplace providing an impressive focal point to the room along with an attractive open tread staircase to the first floor. This is a fantastic bright space with glazed doors through to various reception rooms. The entrance hall sets the tone for the rest of the property.

The centrepiece of the house is the magnificent living kitchen and could be described as “another level of showstopping”.

This room is likely to be the hub of this fantastic property and is positioned perfectly to make the most of the views across the gardens and grounds. There are a range of high gloss kitchen units with a complimentary central island incorporating breakfast bars. A range of appliances by Siemens and Liebherr to include 2 full fridges, 2 full freezers, 2 dishwashers, large gas hob with extractor over and wine fridges. With plenty of windows to the side and rear of the property along with Velux windows and an atrium this is a fantastically bright and welcoming room.

There is plenty of space for both dining and lounging with bi-fold doors and sliding doors that spill out onto a large patio area at the rear, perfect to assist with outdoor entertaining. In the “living area” there is a contemporary woodburning stove set in an attractive fireplace giving a cosy focal point to the room. We can only imagine the potential for fabulous parties at this home. There is a sound system through the living kitchen and into the outdoor terrace.

A prep kitchen / laundry room is positioned off the kitchen which holds an integrated oven, hob and a number of fitted cupboards.

Moving through the house, there are two further reception rooms to the ground floor. The lounge is a fantastic space with a bay window to the side and views out to the rear gardens, there is a gas fireplace providing a great focal point to the room. The drawing room/study has windows to three elevations with an impressive gas fire set in a decorative surround.

A ground floor bedroom is positioned at the front of the property and has a bay window to the front and windows out to the side of the property. A shower ensuite has been provided in this space. There is potential for someone to alter this back into a further reception space, but the current layout adds great flexibility to be used as guest accommodation or to suit a purchaser.

The staircase rises from the impressive hall up to the landing space where there are four bedrooms on the first floor. The principal bedroom is spacious and has views out to the side of the property and includes a bath ensuite. The second bedroom includes a range of fitted wardrobes and also has a bath ensuite. Bedrooms three includes a range of fitted wardrobes and has views out to the front of the property and includes a bath ensuite. The fourth bedroom includes fitted wardrobes and has a shower ensuite.

In addition to the first floor space in the main residence there is potential to change up into a further room above the garage. This can be accessed from the rear stairs. At the bottom of the rear stairs there is a WC and the stairs rise up further to the garage which currently houses the cinema room. There is annex potential in this area. This fantastic room gives real flexibility to this property.

There is a detached bungalow set in the grounds and on entry into the property itself the driveway splits to the main residence and separately to the bungalow. The bungalow has been finished to a good standard and includes a range of PV solar panels. This fantastic home also enjoys the benefit of the highly attractive gardens and grounds and enjoys views over these.

The Annex

Occupying around 970 sq ft this super space includes a handy entrance hall, leading to a wonderful open living kitchen which has a range of kitchen units and integrated appliances including electric hob, and oven, with a double porcelain sink. This fabulous bright room has views out to 3 elevations looking over the grounds and lake and offers plenty of space for both dining and lounging.

A large bedroom is included and could be altered to create separate bedrooms, it currently houses multiple beds and fitted wardrobes with windows to both sides of the room. A family bathroom is included which has a WC, hand basin and shower.

This impressive property is entered from William Young Way, the block paved drive heads towards the main residence and veers off to the separate bungalow with each property having plenty of space for parking. The property includes a number of outbuildings and garaging along with immaculately presented lawned gardens and grounds to include a range of mature trees and shrubs ensuring plenty of privacy.

A great addition to the property is planning permission has previously been granted for a Huf Haus in the grounds which has now lapsed. There are drawings available for a large leisure complex that may be able to be developed on site subject to gaining necessary consents.

Along with the main house and bungalow, the plot benefits from an additional outbuilding currently used as a gym. This building includes a patio to the front and could be used for a range of purposes.

The home has excellent transport links, being close to motorways junctions 32 and the new M55 junction off William Young Way. Fulwood has many available amenities and is in close proximity to the City of Preston.