Priory Lodge 187 St Annes Road East Lytham St Annes FY8 3HR

Priory Lodge 187 St Annes Road East Lytham St Annes FY8 3HR

PRIORY LODGE This house has only been owned by five families in its entire history, says Kathryn, that s how much it has been adored. This beautiful home, which was built in 1905, occupies a much sought after location within the seaside resort of Lytham St Annes. It was purchased by the current owners a little over twenty-five years ago, and has been a much loved family home ever since.

Boasting a superb location within the ever popular seaside town of Lytham St Annes, this stunning detached property displays Edwardian splendour to a tee and viewing at the earliest opportunity is highly recommended. Offering a wealth of traditional Edwardian features, the property was built in 1905 and the property is immaculately presented inside and out. The grand tone of the property is set from the start with an impressive entrance hall with original wood flooring and a feature inglenook seating area complete with panelled stained glass window and beamed ceiling. Leading off from here is the drawing room which has a feature fireplace. There is also an elegant dining room with a feature window and attractive wood flooring, a living room with a decorative fireplace, a conservatory overlooking the stunning grounds and a study. There is also a stylish fully fitted kitchen, a cloakroom, utility room and morning room which completes the ground floor. Upstairs the magnificent master suite comprises a generously proportioned bedroom with fitted bedroom furniture and en-suite shower room. The guest bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a feature Jacuzzi bath and there are a further four bedrooms and a principal family bathroom, all to the first floor. Finally on the second floor there is an office and gymnasium.

Outside the grounds are no less impressive than the property itself with an expansive driveway offering ample off-road parking and a double garage, and impeccably maintained gardens including lawns and three separate patio areas making it the perfect location for entertaining al fresco. All the windows in the property have been double glazed and sympathetically secondary glazed where there is stained glass Porch: Original red tiled floor, white original painted wooden panelling up to dado rail, wooden front door with stained glass panel to the top, opening in to:- Large Entrance Hall Original wooden flooring, raised Inglenook seating area with original panelled stained glass window to the front, integrated spot lighting above. Beamed ceiling to main area of hall, painted wooden radiator cabinets. Drawing Room Large original bay window to front with stained glass tops, red brick feature fireplace housing living flame gas fire. Small half stained glass window to side. Large double radiator. Dining Room Large original wooden window to front with stained glass tops, stone feature fireplace with living flame gas fire, original wooden floors, radiator cabinets. Stained glasss serving hatch. Cloakroom Double glazed window to side, walls full mosaic tiling, marble floor tiles Low level WC housed in a white vanity unit with built in flush, storage cupboards either side. Large wall mounted sink, heated towel rail. Under stairs - storage

Living Room Original wood window to side, feature fireplace with wooden mantelpiece and welsh slate hearth housing a Dunsley Highlander eight multi fuel stove. Karndean flooring. Conservatory Hardwood hexagonal shaped to rear, karndean flooring two double radiators. Study Area Small window to rear, karndean flooring. Kitchen Large wooden window to side, range of units with laminate work tops, integrated fridge and dishwasher. Double drainer stainless steel sink with mixer taps. Duck egg blue Aga cooker. Breakfast bar with oak units underneath, tv sockets. Tiled effect laminate flooring. Morning Room Two wooden windows and double doors opening on to garden, tiled effect laminate flooring, radiator cabinet. Utility Room Windows to side and rear, range of contemporary white units with laminate work tops, single drainer stainless sink with mixer taps. Spaces for washing machine and dryer, large storage cupboard. Spot lighting, laminate flooring. WC Opaque window to rear, fully tiled walls low level WC and wall mounted sink, laminate flooring. Staircase - Original mahogany rails, wide fully carpeted stairs, half landing with a large stained glass window of a Turkish Influence. Large landing original doors with stained glass tops leading onto all rooms, large double radiator. Fully carpeted.

Seller Insight This house has only been owned by five families in its entire history, says Kathryn, that s how much it has been adored. This beautiful home, which was built in 1905, occupies a much sought after location within the seaside resort of Lytham St Annes. It was purchased by the current owners a little over twenty-five years ago, and has been a much loved family home ever since. Before we moved here we were living in a beautiful house a little further down the road, says Kathryn, however my mother was coming to live with us and our children were growing, and so we needed a property with much more space. The very first time I walked through the front door I fell in love with this house. It had so much potential and such a warm and welcoming feel; for us it ticked all the boxes. It s such a lovely house to live in; we get an awful lot of pleasure out of it, continues Kathryn. And over the years we ve done a lot of work to keep it well maintained and looking beautiful. All of the rooms are generously proportioned and there are so many lovely period features dotted throughout which give it real character. There are some quite spectacular stained-glass windows, three beautiful feature fireplaces and all of the doors and windows are original; together they give the house a real wow factor. The garden is also absolutely gorgeous, says Kathryn. We have three lovely patio areas, so we can follow the sun throughout the day, and a huge area of lawn that has seen a fair few games of cricket over the years. We also have a number of fruit trees from which I m able to produce a whole years supply of apple sauce. Favourite room: I love the house as a whole, says Kathryn, but I suppose it s the kitchen that is the real heart of the home; it s the room to which everyone seems to gravitate. The grandchildren love to sit at the breakfast bar while I m cooking the tea, and the Aga, which I adore, keeps the whole space cosy and warm. Favourite aspect of the grounds or surrounding area: We absolutely love the location, and so we won t be moving far, says Kathryn. We have easy access to an array of large towns and the transport links are excellent, but the house is also in close proximity to the beach, three national parks and miles of open countryside. It offers the best of both worlds. We also have Blackpool practically on the doorstep, so it almost feels as if we re on a permanent holiday. Memorable event (if not another favourite room or unique feature): Over the years we ve had 21st and 80th birthday parties, a silver wedding celebration and a wedding reception, all in this house, says Kathryn. The space really lends itself to entertaining and big family get-togethers. What they ll miss most / why they are leaving: We fully intend to stay in the area, but I ll miss this house terribly when the time comes to leave, says Kathryn. It s been a real hub for the family and a place where we have all been able to gather for special family events. It s that capability that I shall probably miss the most.

I love the house as a whole, says Kathryn, but I suppose it s the kitchen that is the real heart of the home; it s the room to which everyone seems to gravitate. The grandchildren love to sit at the breakfast bar while I m cooking the tea, and the Aga, which I adore, keeps the whole space cosy and warm.

Over the years we ve had 21st and 80th birthday parties, a silver wedding celebration and a wedding reception, all in this house, says Kathryn. The space really lends itself to entertaining and big family get-togethers.

Master Bedroom Original wooden bay window to front, range of Hygena fully fitted wardrobes, dressing table, overbed storage, bedside tables. Double radiator, fully carpeted. En Suite Window to side, corner shower cubicle, low level WC, sink housed in a vanity unit. Fully tiled walls, karndean flooring. Bedroom Two Original window to front with stained glass top. Double radiator, TV points. Fully carpeted. En suite - Bed Two Window to side, Jacuzzi bath with mixer taps and overhead shower, low level WC, bowl sink with mixer tap housed in a vanity unit. Fully tiled walls and floors. Bedroom Three Original window to rear, double radiator, original fireplace. Fully carpeted. Bedroom Four Original window to rear, double radiator, integrated spot lighting, fully carpeted. Bedroom Five Original window and double doors to front opening out on to balcony, which has space for a small table and chairs that overlooks the splendour of the front garden. The room is fully carpeted with a radiator cabinet. Family Bathroom Two windows to rear. Fully tiled walls, karndean flooring. Jacuzzi bath with centre mixer taps and shower head. Large Power thermal shower cubicle with Jacuzzi jets and music system. Rak Ceramics wall mounted sink, WC with Gerberit flush system, bidet. Integrated spot lighting. Large airing cupboard housing water tank and shelves for storage. Bedroom Six currently used as a lounge area Original window to side, tv points, fully carpeted. Single radiator, pine stairs leading to mezzanine floor:- Second Floor:- Office with laminate flooring, Velux windows, under eaves storage cupboard, additional raised area for multi-purpose use.

Gymnasium Velux window, double radiator, laminate flooring. Door to:- Loft Fully boarded out easy walk in access, plenty of storage.

Outside - Rear Detatched double garage with two up and over doors, two windows to side with a side entrance door. To the rear of the garage is a garden shed. The rear garden is landscaped with three patio areas, one directly as you step out of the property, one in the left hand corner and a raised patio/barbeque area with a wooden gazebo to the right hand corner. The garden is laid to lawn with a water feature and a selection of mature fruit trees and shrubs. The front garden is walled and gated with lighting effects, gravel driveway with laid to lawn area mature trees and shrubs. To the right hand side of the property is a wooden gate leading to the rear, to the left are double wrought iron gates that lead to the garage Fine & Country Liverpool copyright 2016 Fine & Country Ltd.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 22.04.2016

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