5 bed detached house for sale

Whitehall Road, Darwen BB3

A most impressive Victorian det house, dating from 1879, enjoying an idyllic location facing Whitehall Park and private woodland to the rear. Set in large mature gardens and with a sweeping driveway to the front and side. The property provides traditional and flexible living accom with original features providing charm and character whilst enjoying contemporary modern amenity. It represents an ideal family home but with the versatility to accommodate business and work from home opportunities.

A substantial and individual Victorian detached family home offering approximately 3,000 sq ft of beautifully balanced period and contemporary living space, with five double bedrooms, three reception rooms, an exceptional open-plan kitchen/family room and large mature gardens; all in a prime position opposite Whitehall Park.

Dating from 1879, The Croft combines the character and craftsmanship of a Victorian home with the space and flexibility required for modern family life. Original features have been carefully retained throughout, including the restored tiled entrance hall, stained and leaded glass, decorative detailing and an impressive staircase with spindled balustrade, complemented by generous room proportions and thoughtfully designed contemporary additions.

At the heart of the house is the spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and family room. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this spectacular space incorporates a beautifully equipped kitchen, dining and sitting areas, underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove. A seven-panel bi-fold door opens directly onto the rear patio and gardens.

Three additional reception rooms provide exceptional flexibility for family life and entertaining, whilst also offering work from home opportunities. Upstairs are five genuine double bedrooms (one currently used as an office), including a generous master suite with walk-through dressing room and four-piece en-suite, a second en-suite bedroom and separate family bathroom.

Outside, mature and private gardens surround the property, with lawns, established planting, fruit trees, cobbled and patio areas creating plenty of space for relaxing and entertaining while retaining a good degree of privacy. A sweeping driveway provides parking for approximately ten vehicles; the integral garage is currently used as a home gym and an original air-raid shelter tucked within the grounds provides an unusual reminder of the property's history.

The location is equally appealing. Whitehall Park sits directly opposite, with woodland to the rear and there is easy access towards Darwen moors providing miles of walking, running and cycling from the doorstep. Families are particularly well served, with both Ashleigh Primary School and St Barnabas Primary School (each rated Good by Ofsted) within a short walk. Convenient road links also provide straightforward access to Darwen, Bolton and the wider motorway network.

The Croft offers an increasingly difficult-to-find combination: The character and proportions of a substantial period home, exceptional contemporary living space, mature gardens and extensive parking, with parkland, woodland and countryside on the doorstep.

Offered for sale with no onward chain.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, setting and character of this exceptional home.

Tenure We are advised by the vendor that the property is Freehold. Any prospective purchaser should seek clarification from their solicitor.

Vestibule Double doors, two leaded side windows and a stained leaded 1/2 glazed door to;

hallway Original and restored tiled floor, Lincrusta decorative to the walls, toaster style radiator, open staircase with spindled balustrade.

Cloakroom Cloaks hooks and bench, radiator, tiled flooring.

Two-piece washroom W/C, wash basin, double-glazed window.

Lounge 16' 10" x 13' 11" (5.13m x 4.24m) Feature fireplace with mirrored fire surround, double-glazed windows, radiator.

Reception room 14' 4" x 14' 3" (4.37m x 4.34m) Currently used as an office/treatment room but originally a second lounge. Double-glazed bay window, built in shelving and cupboards to alcoves, an attractive tiled and cast-iron fireplace with a living flame gas fire and fire surround.

Morning room/dining room 14' 3" x 10' 9" (4.34m x 3.28m) Wood burning stove in recessed fireplace, PVC double-glazed window, feature radiator, tiled flooring.

Fabulous open plan living/family kitchen 37' 3" x 21' 5" (11.35m x 6.53m) Full range of fitted units including larder and carousel corner unit, granite worktops and granite breakfast bar peninsula, full range of Neff appliances including built in oven, combination oven, dishwasher, plate warmer, induction hob with extractor hood above, two wine fridges, large fridge, separate freezer, Quooker tap, inland bowl one and a half sink unit.

Sitting area with wood burning stove, tiled floor with underfloor heating, half panelled walls, seven door bi-folding doors, spot-lighting.

Utility room 11' 1" x 8' 1" (3.38m x 2.46m) Newly fitted wall and floor units, single drainer sink unit, plumbed for automatic washing machine and dryer, two windows, chrome radiator, tiled flooring.

Boiler room 11' 11" x 9' 1" (3.63m x 2.77m) Twin Vaillant boiler gas fired central heating boiler units and Megaflow system, access to a mezzanine storage area, door to garage.

Landing Magnificent, original and restored feature circular stained glass windows, spindle balustrade to staircase, radiator.

Master bedroom 15' 7" x 11' 8" (4.75m x 3.56m) Fitted wardrobes, matching dressing table with bedside drawers and headboard, two vertical radiators, spot-lighting, double doors to;

en-suite bathroom 11' 11" x 8' 9" (3.63m x 2.67m) Fully tiled walls and flooring with underfloor heating, standalone bath, large walk in shower with hand held and rainforest shower heads, Vanity wash basin, mirrored cabinet, additional wall hung storage cupboard.

Bedroom 2 14' 4" x 14' 3" (4.37m x 4.34m) Leaded double-glazed window, radiator.

En-suite shower room 7' 9" x 6' 6" (2.36m x 1.98m) Walk in shower, wash basin, W/C, double-glazed window, radiator/towel rail.

Bedroom 3 14' 3" x 10' 0" (4.34m x 3.05m) PVC double-glazed window, radiator.

Bedroom 4 13' 11" x 8' 3" (4.24m x 2.51m) Leaded double-glazed window, radiator.

Bedroom 5 13' 11" x 9' 3" (4.24m x 2.82m) PVC double-glazed window, radiator.

Family bathroom 10' 11" x 5' 5" (3.33m x 1.65m) Panelled bath with shower over, wash basin, W/C, radiator, double-glazed window, wall cabinet, loft access.

Outside Well established mature gardens with lawned, cobbled and Resin patio areas. Well stocked with flowering bushes and shrubs, fruit trees (apple & plum). There are two large sheds and air raid shelter. To the front there is a tarmacked sweeping drive providing parking for multiple vehicles (approximately 10 cars).

Integral garage 18' 9" x 11' 11" (5.72m x 3.63m) with Internal access, remote/electrically operated up and over roller door, currently used for a home gym, multiple power points.

Please note viewings are to be arranged through Proctors and are by appointment only. We have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify if they are in working order or fit for their purpose.

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Image disclaimer Certain photographs have been digitally edited for presentation purposes. No structural alterations have been made to the property within these images.

Additional information In accordance with the Estate Agents Act 1979, we disclose that the vendor of this property is a director of the company marketing the property and therefore has a financial interest in its sale.