Clap Gate Lane, Wigan, WN3 6RW

For the first time in over 50 years, and situated in a prominent position along clap gate lane, this beautiful three bedroom detached Victorian Villa is now available. This landmark home, formerly a farm house, was built in 1888 of 13” 3 course brick construction and is set within beautifully stocked gardens which surround the property and features an array of beautiful original features, which really need to be seen to be appreciated. The current building replaced the original 17th Century Farmhouse, which was on the present site of number 59 Clapgate Lane, and which became a shippen before the last farmer, Mr John Wadsworth, replaced it with the current property in 1968.

The accommodation briefly comprises of; the sitting room, which acts as a welcoming entrance to the home, with chimney breast, original farmhouse doorways and stairs leading to the first floor. Off the sitting room is the lounge, which again is appointed with original features and character. The Kitchen to the rear of the property looks out onto the beautiful gardens and leads on to the family dining room and a further garden room which also provides access to the attached garage.

To the first floor there are three double bedrooms, all centred around a landing area. Bedrooms one and two are large doubles, with the second bedroom currently being used as an office space. The bathroom is a modern three piece shower suite including a large double walk-in shower, with wall hung wash hand basin and w.c. All of the rooms on this floor provide large windows filling them with natural light.

The outside spaces of this home are an absolute joy, they extend to one fifth of an acre and have been carefully stocked, tended and cared for by the current owner. Borders filled with shrubs and planting, mature trees, rockeries, a self filling stream with waterfall, (which is fed from rainwater gathered from the roof elevations), and even its own train 7 ¼ gauge train track! This is truly a beautiful and tranquil setting perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the sun.

There is excellent space to both sides of the home offering potential for further extension (and subject to any necessary planning consents) should the new buyer need more accommodation. Finally to the garden is a beautiful stone built outbuilding with a sandstone shingle roof, dating back to the 17th century, which is the last remaining building of the original farm: the former privy, previously used as a coal store and pigsty. which is connected to mains electricity and is currently being used as a workshop, but would suit many other uses.

Finally to the front is a handy in and out driveway, with ample parking for multiple vehicles. This individual home, having been in the same family for many, many years offers tremendous potential, arguably the most beautiful gardens in Wigan, and is ready for its next custodian who wishes to create a forever family home. Early viewings are recommended.