Bolton's best kept secret—a picturesque detached family home named The Lake House —is now available in Lostock, Bolton.

Listed for £1.6 million, the property is a captivating testament to the power of impressive architectural design set in tranquil surroundings.

Notably, the house is enveloped by enchanting gardens featuring its own lake, boathouse, secret patios, and more.

The property includes four double bedrooms, the pièce de résistance of them being an exquisite master suite.

This suite includes a luxurious en-suite, personalised dressing room, and a stunning balcony.

Like the rest of the home, the kitchen is equally well-appointed, boasting a large central island unit.

The property was built in 2010 on the grounds of a traditional 1870s home and has strong links to the local community.

Expanding on the house's history, the agent noted it was formerly owned by an inventor who built a model railway in the gardens for local children.

Distinct features of the house include a large double garage that has the  potential for creating an annexe.

Furthermore, a clock tower stands on top of the garage, a design feature reminiscent of the Last Drop Village, crafted by the same architect responsible for The Lake House's design.

The house's famous lake is brimming with wildlife and poised with Victorian formal pond-like proportions.

The property's strategic position overlooking the lake offers serene views—and such stunning views can be enjoyed from most parts of the house.

The Lake House’s heating system leverages renewable technology—the entire house is heated by clean, pure water drawn from an aquifer discovered in the grounds beneath the lake.

This eco-friendly approach is not just a nod towards living in harmony with nature but is cost-effective as well.

To complement the main house, the property also includes a basement that can potentially be transformed into a gym, games room, cinema, or other creative space.

There is also a spacious double garage, equipped with a WC in one corner and a former workshop, now converted into a sizeable office.

This area, the estate agent notes, could also be transformed into a self-contained annex.

The property's location, a two-minute walk from Lostock train station, offers convenient access to Manchester's city centre within half an hour.