35
Astley Bank, Darwen, BB3
SOLD
Offers around £700,000
7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 receptions
Summary:
'Ashdale' is a most imposing stone detached residence dating back to the 1870's. Originally owned by a local cotton mill owner William Ashton who was reputed to help gain freedom of the moors for the people of Darwen. Sitting on an enviable plot (approx 0.75 acres) of mature gardens benefiting from a fabulous woodland backdrop bordering the west Pennine moors it is set amongst a small hamlet of similar style properties.This 19th century property still retains lots of character and would suit any discerning purchaser looking for a spacious family sized home. Accommodation is laid out over three floors with the addition of three cellar rooms offering further scope if needed. Located in a convenient position with the M65 motorway approx 2.5 miles away, amenities in Darwen nearby as well as neighbouring towns Blackburn and Bolton are within easy reach. Darwen train station (approx 1 mile away) provides great commuting links to Manchester city centre and the airport.
Key Features:
- Magnificent Stone Detached Residence
- Sits on Enviable plot (approx 0.75 Acre)
- Accommodation on Three Floors
- Seven Bedrooms
- Two Reception Rooms
- Breakfast Kitchen with Sitting Area
- Three Cellar Rooms
- Family Bathroom, Shower Room, Ensuite
- Fantastic Location with Woodland Views
- A Rare Opportunity to Purchase such an Imposing Period Property!
Full Details:
Covered Entrance
Detailed timber roof, flagged floor, feature arched front door.
Guest Cloakroom
2 piece suite including period w.c., tiled elevations and wash basin.
Reception Room One (4.88m x 4.83m (16' x 15'10"))
Currently used as the formal Dining Room. Double glazed windows offering excellent garden views with picturesque woodland beyond. Large open grate fire with impressive feature fireplace, hearth and brass fender. Ornate ceiling and alcoves, wood parquet floor.
Reception Room Two (6.07m x4.80m (19'11" x15'9"))
Currently used as the main Lounge. Numerous double glazed windows enjoying pleasant garden views with scenic woodland beyond. Living flame gas fire with impressive marble fireplace, character wood surround with mirror inset. Parquet wood floor.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room (6.78m (max) 4.50m (min) x 4.47m (22'3" (max) 14'9")
Full range of fitted units including a central island, complimentary worktops, built in "Neff" appliances including a double oven, microwave, 4 plate hob, integrated dishwasher, 'Neff' fridge and freezer. open to an open seating area with feature double doors leading out to the patio area.
Utility / Boot Room (4.60m x 1.93m (15'1" x 6'4"))
Fitted units including sink unit, plumbed for washing machine and dryer, door leads to the courtyard, internal door accessing the cellars.
Cellars
Three Cellar rooms all with flagged floors, currently used for storage however offers excellent potential for conversion to habitable rooms ie Gym, Office, playroom etc. (subject to the necessary building works).
First Floor - Landing
Spacious landing with further sweeping staircase leading to the second floor, useful storage cupboard, sep w.c.
Master Bedroom (4.88m x 3.86m (16' x 12'8"))
Two glazed windows enjoying pleasant garden aspects with scenic woodland beyond. Fitted wall to wall wardrobes, separate dressing area accessing the en suite.
Three piece En-suite
Jacuzzi style bath with shower above, W.c, Vanity wash basin with storage unit below.
Bedroom Two (4.88m x 4.88m (16' x 16'))
Two double glazed windows with pleasant outlooks, fitted wardrobes, vanity wash basin.
Bedroom Three (3.25m x 4.57m (10'8" x 15'))
Double glazed window, fitted wardrobes, separate door leads to bedroom four offering potential to create ensuite/dressing room.
Bedroom Four (4.57m x 3.18m (15' x 10'5"))
Fitted wardrobes
Three piece Family Bathroom
'Victoria & Albert' free standing bath, vanity wash basin, walk in shower cubicle with tiled splashbacks.
Two piece Shower Room
Walk in shower in corner cubicle, vanity wash basin, tiled splashbacks.
Second Floor - Landing
Velux windows
Bedroom Five (3.05m x3.58m (10' x11'9"))
Wash basin.
Bedroom Six (4.78m x 3.48m (15'8" x 11'5"))
Double glazed window, Velux window. recess for wardrobe space.
Bedroom Seven (4.50m x 3.12m (14'9" x 10'3"))
Access via feature arched door, vaulted ceiling with velux window.
Outside
Ashdale sits on a fantastic plot surrounded by expansive mature gardens (approx. 3/4 acre) with picturesque woodland as a back drop. On arrival there is sweeping driveway leading to the property (ample parking for four vehicles) with an additional lower parking bay for additional parking if required. Well tended lawns to the front with a lower lawned area ( used a tennis court in days gone by), large side garden with flagged terrace including an ornamental raised pond, ideal for lazy sunny days or dining Al-fresco! There is a feature rear courtyard style garden which is well stocked with access to a greenhouse and feature wall with arched wrought iron gate leading back to the driveway.
Aerial Views
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