Old Church Cottage, Church Road, Rufford, L40 1TA

Old Church Cottage is a distinctive semi-detached character home, once featured in Lancashire Life, that directly overlooks the picturesque Grade II listed church in the heart of Rufford village.Just a stone’s throw from the village centre, local train station, pub, pharmacy, garage, primary school, two Rufford Marinas, and tea rooms, this cottage offers convenience and charm. Right on its doorstep, you can enjoy beautiful walks along the canal and through woodlands and lush greenbelt farmland.The house is very deceptive. Extended several times over the years, the pretty cottage facade belies the space found inside which totals an incredible 2235 square feet. The ground floor in particular is very impressive with extensive living space that must be viewed to be appreciated.It comprises a large living and dining farmhouse style kitchen with AGA at the heart of the home, entrance porch, charming front sitting room with original beamed ceilings and feature fireplace with inset wood burner plus a stylish music/family room with vaulted ceiling, working open fire, lovely wooden flooring and French doors overlooking the gardens. A pretty glazed porch/sun room, cloakroom/WC, study and utility completes the accommodation downstairs whilst upstairs there is a modern family bathroom and three good sized bedrooms including a master suite with dressing room & ensuite wet room plus a nook ideal as a study area.A beautiful mature garden to the rear is another notable feature of this home. The plot features lots of hardstanding with an expansive lawn, well-stocked borders, tall hedges and wild grass to attract lots of wildlife. The rear garden is totally private and not overlooked. To the front there is a charming and well-stocked patio garden which offers all year interest plus ample parking on a driveway leading to a garage.Other benefits of this unique home include double glazing and gas central heating ensuring warm and comfort throughout the year.We are advised that the tenure is freehold. Council tax band is E.