Catforth Road, Catforth, Preston, Lancashire

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Newstead is a handsome double-fronted country residence enjoying an enviable position in rural Catforth. Occupying approximately 3.071 acres (1.241 ha) of established gardens and pasture, this exceptional home offers an increasingly rare combination of superb family living space, all within easy reach of Preston and the region's excellent transport connections.
The attractive, symmetrical façade immediately creates a lasting impression, reflecting the timeless proportions and character that continue throughout the home. Newstead provides beautifully balanced accommodation, lovely bright rooms and enjoys delightful views across its own grounds. The internal spaces include, entrance hall, 3 reception rooms, breakfast kitchen and utility room along with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. There is plenty of space to extend subject to gaining any necessary consents. The brick outbuilding gives some flexibility with a further room that has been used as guest accommodation with an ensuite, garaging for 3 cars and storage.

Outside, the property's attractive gardens are immaculately presented, this together with the adjoining land creates an idyllic setting for families, gardening enthusiasts or those simply wishing to enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle. It is also likely to suit those with equestrian or agricultural interests.

The property is approached through double steel electric gates onto a tarmacadam driveway which leads up to the front of the property and to a parking area to the side/front of the garage. It is clear to see the immaculate presentation from the outset. The part glazed front door opens into the entrance vestibule where there is a tiled floor and a part glazed leaded door leads through into an attractive and welcoming entrance hall. There is an attractive staircase and doors off to various ground floor rooms from here.
The library / reception room has bookcases and sliding doors through to the conservatory.
The lounge has views out to the front of the property and an open fire is set in an attractive surround giving a focal point to the room.

The conservatory enjoys views across the gardens and has patio doors out to the gardens.

The breakfast kitchen incudes a range of hand made wall and base mounted kitchen units with contrasting quartz works surfaces. There are a range of Miele appliances to include fan oven, microwave oven and hob with an extractor over A sink and drainer is also provided along with a built in table to compliment the kitchen. The understairs cupboard is accessed from here and the utility room is found off which has a point for a washer and dryer along with a sink and drainer and a range of units.

The dining room has windows to two side ensuring this is a lovely bright room. There is an open fire set in an attractive surround along with built in display cupboards and shelves.

The staircase rises up to the first floor where there is a spacious landing, the principal bedroom enjoys windows to two sides with a dressing area and an ensuite which has a double ended Villeroy and Boch bath, pedestal wash handbasin, WC and window to the side of the property.

The second bedroom includes built in wardrobes and enjoys views to the front whilst the third bedroom also has fitted wardrobes and includes windows to two sides. The fourth bedroom has views to the side and a built in cupboard.

The bathroom has a bath with a shower over along with a pedestal wash handbasin and views to the rear. A separate WC is provided.

There are timber gates at the side of the house which lead through to the yard and rear garages, there is a single garage and a double garage with ‘up and over’ electric doors, along with a woodstore and a further room that has been used as a bedroom space which has an ensuite off. This area of the property has annex potential should anyone wish to seek the necessary consents.

The highly attractive gardens include an expanse of lawn along with shrub and flowerbeds. There is a ‘paddock’ at the side of the property and an agricultural field at the rear is included in the sale. A range of fruit trees can be found within the gardens which include plum, gooseberry, blackberry, pear and apple.

Location
Catforth is a desirable semi-rural location on the northern outskirts of Preston, offering the perfect balance between country living and everyday convenience., surrounded by open farmland yet remarkably accessible.
The nearby villages of Woodplumpton, Inskip, Broughton and Barton provide an excellent range of everyday amenities including village shops, cafés, traditional country inns and highly regarded primary schools. For a wider selection of shopping, leisure and cultural attractions, the city of Preston is only a short drive away, offering an extensive retail centre, restaurants, theatres and sporting facilities.

Families are particularly well served by an outstanding choice of schools in both the state and independent sectors. Renowned independent schools including Kirkham Grammar School, AKS Lytham, Rossall School, and Stonyhurst College
For commuters, the location is exceptionally convenient. The nearby M55, M6 and M61 motorway networks provide swift access throughout Lancashire, Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District. Preston Railway Station offers direct services to London Euston, whilst Manchester Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport are both readily accessible for national and international travel.

The surrounding countryside provides an abundance of leisure opportunities. Scenic country walks and cycling routes begin almost from the doorstep, while nearby Beacon Fell Country Park, the Forest of Bowland National Landscape, and the beautiful Fylde Coast offer endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Golf enthusiasts are spoiled for choice with championship courses at Royal Lytham & St Annes, Fairhaven, Preston Golf Club and Longridge Golf Club all within easy reach.
The nearby market town of Garstang, together with Barton Grange Garden Centre and Flower Bowl further enhances the area's appeal with its boutique shopping, artisan food outlets and popular cafés.

An internal inspection is essential to fully appreciate the quality of the setting, the scale of the accommodation and the lifestyle afforded by this outstanding country home.

AML checks : Buyers who have had an offer accepted in principle, will need to complete an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Identity Verification check, this is a legal requirement. We use a specialist third party to conduct these checks. Individuals purchasing a property have checks conducted directly by Coadjute and a non-refundable fee of £45.00 plus VAT per purchaser will be payable. This fee cannot be refunded even if the property purchase does not go ahead. We will be notified once the checks have been completed, if successful the Memorandum of Sale will then be sent to solicitors.