4 bed detached house for sale

Catforth Road, Preston, 0 PR4

One of the most impressively presented cottages I have ever had the pleasure to see!

Dating back to 1912, this double fronted home is a credit to the current owners who have extended and renovated this home to exceptional standards, leaving no stone unturned.

Located in the heart of Catforth village close to the village hall and the local primary school, this home gives families and couples alike the chance to be part of a rural community and enjoy all that the countryside has to offer, yet be within a short drive to the bigger villages and towns. Fantastic country walks are immediately on the doorstep as is the nearby canal side.

In my opinion, this would suit someone downsizing, as despite having 4 double bedrooms, this home has a cosy feeling throughout. The smaller compact garden means you can relax with very little maintenance required and enjoy outdoor entertaining on the hardwood decked rear garden. Equally ideal for families as there are 3 reception areas to be enjoyed and the hub of the home is an open plan family dining kitchen and living area with two sets of bi-folds opening to the garden.

As soon as you enter you will appreciate the high ceilings and luxurious decor. Underfloor water sourced heating runs throughout the whole ground floor (except the sun room) giving a warm and cosy feeling and has 4 zones to set on demand. American walnut 6ml thick engineered wooden flooring gives a lovely contrast to the neutral walls. Off to the left of the hallway double doors open to the sun room, a perfect space for relaxing and enjoying morning coffee. To the other side of the hallway, you enter into the most bright and spacious living space which has been opened up from the original layout and has three sash windows allowing the light to illuminate the space and also provides lovely outlooks to the neighbouring countryside. To complete the space is a wood burning stove. The ceilings are high with heritage plaster coving and two floor to ceiling feature windows which give a subtle glimpse into the dining kitchen space.

To the rear of this gorgeous home the owners have extended the property double storey to allow two extra bedrooms to the first floor and fabulous dining living space. Additionally, there is a single storey extension which is where the family kitchen resides. An impressive space with vaulted ceiling and minimalist white Corian worktops and centre island providing lots of space for cooking and entertaining and also a convenient breakfast bar. There are two electric Velux windows in the roof space, a window overlooking the front elevation and bi-fold doors opening fully to the garden. Integrated appliances to include Siemans combination over and microwave, stainless steel sink, and excellent storage with soft close drawers. There is space for an American fridge freezer and dishwasher. There is a gas point for external cylinders too and space for a Range cooker. Multiple lighting options provide both functional and atmospheric lighting.

The dining area can accommodate a large table and allows plenty of room for socialising and bi-fold doors give immediate access to the garden. The outside hardwood decked outside space blends seamlessly with the inside perfect for summer dining.

Additionally to the ground floor there is a convenient utility room with integrated ironing board and space for a drying cabinet, a WC / Cloaks space. The central heating is oil fired and a new oil fired boiler was only recently installed in 2024.

To the first floor, the master bedroom faces the front elevation and has field views beyond the neighbouring homes. So much wildlife throughout the year from the hares boxing in March to the local Ollie owl, to the Canadian geese which fly over in March and August. There's also an old Oak tree over 400 years old. The bedroom is spacious with a walk in dressing room with underfloor heating pad, and built in wardrobes and cupboards. The en-suite boasts Hudson Reid fittings with shower and raised floating sink. Underfloor electric heating and heated mirror and perspex shutters on the window.

The three other bedrooms are all doubles with two facing the rear elevation and one further to the front currently presented as an office space. The family bathroom has Villeroy and Boch deep fill bath tub with shower over, WC and concealed cistern. Porcelanosa tiled wall elevations and Keuco sink with pull out storage.

The external grounds are deceptively large starting with the hedge enclosed and gated driveway opening to a cobble drive with ample parking for up to 6 cars and electric charger point. The pretty frontage is well maintained and enjoys seasonal colour with the two Acer trees at the entrance and plum tree. To the side the owners have a small courtyard space, a sheltered space enclosed by a hedge over 100 years old. There is a herb garden, bin storage, shed and outside tap and further access to the detached garage which is great for storage with extra roof storage if required. The oil tank is concealed around the other side of property. The rear garden features ipe hardwood decking and landscaping with sheltered seating areas and cascade fountain edged with Acer trees on each side. Ample space which is secluded and very low maintenance required.

A beautiful home which I am sure will not be around for long so be sure to book your viewing early to avoid any disappointment