A stunning Victorian detached residence, with an 'interesting' history and original features, has come onto the market in Heaton, Bolton.
The property at 4 Carlton Road, set in just under 0.4 acres of grounds, is a short walk from Bolton School and eateries.
The house, which was owned by Bolton School as the Bursar's residence from the 1950s to the 1980s, maintains its high frieze ceilings, original fireplaces, and 'light-filled' rooms.
The house is being marketed by Burton James Estate Agents with details on Zoopla.
The north-east wing of the house was added in 1909 by Jonathan Simpson, a Bolton architect who also designed buildings for Lord Leverhulme.
The current owners, who acquired the property in 2007, have restored it, preserving key features.
They reroofed the house, retaining the original slates, repurposed spare bedrooms into large bathrooms, and replaced sash windows with 'period-look double-glazing.'
A modern kitchen has been installed, with quartz countertops and integrated appliances.
The home's 'quiet location' also features a gated driveway and integral tandem garage.
The house's five spacious double bedrooms all retain their 'period character', and the gardens include stone terraces, decked seating areas, and a summerhouse.
The residential street behind Chorley New Road in Bolton is 'quiet and secluded', and the house itself is 'well-screened from view by high hedgerows and brick walls.'
The property's large gardens create a 'peaceful' spot away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
The grounds include stone terraces, decked seating areas, and bordered lawns enclosed by hedgerows and trees.
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School and its associated pre-school are 'on your doorstep', while Clevelands Preparatory School is a mere three-minute drive.
The house also offers nearby transport links to Manchester, Liverpool, and London.
The area is convenient for the nearby motorway network via the M61/M60, linking you to the north and the regional hubs of Liverpool and Manchester.
Alternatively, Bolton train station runs services to Manchester in around 20 minutes and London Euston in just over 2.5 hours.
The area is also great for those who love the outdoors, with many 'sought-after sanctuaries' within the nearby West Pennine Moors.
It is being sold for £1,100,000.
Regarding planning and building consents, the agent recommends that buyers conduct their own inquiries with the relevant authorities.
The property is offered subject to contract, and the estate agent, Burton James Estate Agents, has stated that the information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not form part of any offer or contract.
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