A Grade II listed farmhouse site which is more than 500 years old is up for sale at just under £1m.

The three-bedroom detached house is set in the picturesque village of Chapeltown, Turton and has an asking price of £950,000.

Dating back to 1510, the farmhouse has thick stone walls, exposed beamed ceilings and flagged floors to give the new owners a traditional home feel.

The house is nestled in a generous plot of around one third of an acre.

Andrew Cardwell at Cardwells Estate Agents in Bolton said: “This is the type of character and living history that is rarely found in properties presented to the open market for sale.

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“The local area is beautiful, with St Anne’s Church and grounds just the other side of High Street, while the stunning West Pennine Moors, The Wayoh, Entwistle and Jumbles reservoirs are nearby and ideal for exploring on foot.”

In a video by Cardwells, Andrew walks around the beautiful home he says has a "detailed character" and is "flooded with light".

Andrew said: “There is a wonderful blend of historical architectural detail juxtaposed with modern luxuries, conveniences, and flair.

“The stunning kitchen is complete with large Aga and granite central island, the kitchen opens up in the family room which in turn opens out onto the rear garden.

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“The lounge is thought to be one of the oldest parts of the property and there are crooked beams and a multi fuel stove, a gorgeous dining room, separate study, galleried landing with exposed stonework, master bedroom with contemporary three-piece en-suite shower room off, two additional double bedrooms and beautiful stylish family bathroom. “

Edgworth Cricket Club, Jumbles Sailing Club, Turton Golf Club and the Last Drop Village are all nearby as are popular restaurants such as The Chetham Arms and The Toby and The Retreat.

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Turton High School, and Edgworth Primary School are within easy reach and there are bus services to Bolton School and Westholme School locally.

Externally there is a detached double garage and a sweeping private driveway which can provide off road car parking for a number of cars.

The formal rear gardens have been superbly maintained, are private and offer enclosed lawns perfect for children to play, are superb terraces and patios ideal for entertaining.

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