561 Free Lane, Helmshore, Rossendale

ELEVATED OPEN VIEWS TO THE FRONT PLUS A SUPERB, LARGE REAR GARDEN, LANDSCAPED TO INCLUDE TWO PATIOS FOR OUTSIDE DINING/ENTERTAINING. Enjoying a very desirable, raised position on the outer fringe of Helmshore Village is this TRADITIONAL, STONE BUILT SEMI- DETACHED FAMILY HOME.

Presenting a tasteful blend of stylish internal features with bright, neutral decor the house is offered with no onward chain and is ready for you to just turn the key and move -in. A useful, dual aspect entrance porch guides you into the hall with staircase and open plan design to the spacious lounge. Commanding far-reaching views from a wide bay window over Free Lane, the lounge is complimented by a recessed chimney breast, housing a multi-fuel real fire stove. Glazed double doors open into the rear facing dining /breakfast kitchen. Fitted with a good range of contemporary units and integral oven/five ring hob/hood, the kitchen extends to a width of 4.84 m ( 15' 10") & enjoys garden views from twin windows. A side hallway then provides access to the ground floor, guest W.C. and store room ideal for housing a tumble dryer. 

Arriving on the first floor you will discover three generous bedrooms, two being doubles and all having views. Completing the accommodation is a three piece white bathroom with a plumbed-in over bath shower.

Of equal importance is the outside space to the house. An impressive, imprinted double width drive with EV charging (Tesla) point lies to the front together with a dedicated seating area bordered by a wrought iron balustrade. A secured side pathway opens to an Indian Stone laid rear patio with ample space for seating or dining. A shaped lawn with 'stepping stone' inset path extends up to a further stone paved  hardstanding/drying area and raised decked sun terrace with views over the rear of the house to the distant hills.

Entrance Porch

1.04m x 1.33m - 3'5" x 4'4"
Composite entrance door with a diamond shaped glazed panel. Stone flag floor. Windows to both side elevations.

Hall

1.58m x 1.22m - 5'2" x 4'0"
Half glazed PVCu door from porch with an exposed beam lintel above. Staircase to first floor. Laminate wood floor open plan into the Lounge.

Lounge

3.76m x 4.34m - 12'4" x 14'3"
Coved ceiling. Two wall light points. Chimney breast with a recess housing the 'Firefox' black multi-fuel stove fire. Exposed beam mantle, flag stone hearth. Front facing, wide bay window with views over Free Lane. Laminate wood floor. Glazed panel double doors opening into the Kitchen.

Breakfast Kitchen

2.41m x 4.84m - 7'11" x 15'11"
Fitted with a range of wall, base & drawer units in a gloss white finish. Wood grain effect work surfaces and a two seat breakfast bar. Inset, bowl & a half, single drainer, stainless steel sink unit with a mixer tap over. Plumbed for an auto washer. 'Lamona' five ring gas hob in a stainless steel finish and matching canopy filter hood over. 'Lamona' built under electric oven/grill. LED ceiling lighting. Part tiled splash back areas to walls. Two rear facing windows. Half glazed & etched panel door to side hall.

Hall

0.88m x 0.9m - 2'11" x 2'11"
Composite exterior door to side. Doors to W.C. and under stairs store.

Downstairs Cloakroom

1.32m x 0.84m - 4'4" x 2'9"
Comprising of a two piece modern white suite. Low level, dual flush W.C. and wall mounted wash hand basin. Electric consumer unit. Tiled floor. Side facing window. Wall mounted 'Worcester' gas combination boiler.

Store

0.81m x 0.91m - 2'8" x 2'12"
Tiled floor. Light. Space for a tumble dryer.

First Floor Landing

2.32m x 1.82m - 7'7" x 5'12"
Side facing window. Turned spindle balustrade. Access to all rooms.

Bedroom 1 (Double)

3.78m x 3.86m - 12'5" x 12'8"
Front facing double bedroom with elevated views

Bedroom 2

3.46m x 2.44m - 11'4" x 8'0"
Rear facing double bedroom with views over the garden. Loft access hatch.

Bedroom 3

2.93m x 2.16m - 9'7" x 7'1"
Front facing single bedroom with elevated views

Family Bathroom

1.37m x 2.29m - 4'6" x 7'6"
Comprising of a contemporary three piece white suite. Panel bath with a 'Mira' plumbed-in, thermostatic controlled shower over. Glazed side screen. Low level, dual flush W.C. Deep pedestal wash hand basin. Upright heated towel rail/radiator in chrome. Fully tiled walls, fully tiled floor. LED ceiling lighting. Rear facing window.

Exterior

Front Gardens

Steps leading up to an Indian Stone paved frontage with seating area bordered by a wrought iron balustrade. Planted rockery beds. Side access gate. Views to the front.

Driveway

Recessed with random stone retaining wall surround. Imprinted concrete double width drive. Wall mounted 'Tesla' E.V. charging point

Side Access

Gated front access to a paved area & small shed. Pathway to gable with raised bed and steps up to a secluded seating area with space for a 'Bistro' table. Open plan to the rear patio.

Patio

Wide Indian Stone paved seating/dining patio leading onto the lawned rear garden

Rear Gardens

Large mature lawned rear garden with an inset stepping stone path leading to the upper paved drying area and steps to the raised decked sun patio.