Acres Lane, Liverpool, Lancashire

Impressive refurbishment opportunity – substantial detached former farmhouse, with traditional brick barn all set in 1.14 acres (0.46 ha) or thereabouts. The house offers 4,962 sq ft of accommodation in total and has four reception rooms, two kitchens and seven bedrooms, all in need of thorough refurbishment but with so much potential, it will be an exciting prospect for many. There is an attached traditional barn with a courtyard in front.Set in a semi-rural position, this former farmhouse is positioned along Acres Lane, North of Lydiate and within an easy commute to Ormskirk and Liverpool, with good access to the main road and motorway network. Accessible but rural, an idyllic location for many.

Historically part of the Sefton Estate until its sale in 1972, Gore House Farm represents one of the more traditional, estate style farmhouses that emerged in the period of great advancement in agriculture in the 19th Century. Serving the vast areas of fertile farmland in Great Altcar, it’s development coincided with the construction of the Cheshire Lines Railway in the 1880’s which connected nearby Lydiate Station with the Port of Liverpool and beyond. Long since closed to rail traffic, the line now serves as a multi use route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders as part of the NCN-62 Trans-Pennine trail.

The property is entered through a timber gate from Acres Lane onto a courtyard type area. The house is to the right and the barn included in front. This gives a lovely setting for the house. A further access is found in the garden, which would potentially give a different approach to the house and a more impressive feel as you see the scale of the house itself. The house is split in part with two staircases and two kitchens.

Day to day entry is through an open porch at the side and a door opens into a boot/utility room where there is a sink and drainer along with a range of units. From here, there is a single storey dairy conversion, done some time ago. A WC is provided and a further porch which gives access to a pillared veranda area with quarry tiled floor. A kitchenette is found off which includes units and a sink and a separate shower room.

The lounge has windows to three sides ensuring plenty of natural light, an open fire is set in a brick fireplace and gives a focal point to the room. A part glazed door also leads to a covered veranda area.

The kitchen has a range of units and a granite worksurface, there is a point for a dishwasher, washing machine. A gas hob is provided and an oil fired green Aga is in situ along with a double porcelain sink. This space is open to a dining area and the pantry is found off.

The sitting room has windows to two sides and an open fire set in a stone surround. A further reception room has views to two sides and includes a brick fireplace. The second kitchen has a range of kitchen units and includes a 1.5 sink and drainer, hob, extractor, double oven and point for a dishwasher.

There are two sets of stairs from the ground floor up to the first floor space, showing how the house has been used in tandem parts. There are four good sized bedrooms to the first floor along with two family bathrooms and a separate shower room.

On the second floor, there is additional flexible space currently used as two bedroom areas, providing useful accommodation for guests, family, or as quiet work or hobby rooms.

Within the grounds stands a traditional agricultural barn, offering excellent potential for a variety of future uses (subject to any necessary consents). This attractive outbuilding could lend itself well to conversion as a home office, gym, or studio, allowing the next owners to make the most of its character and versatility.

The property extends to approximately 1.14 acres (0.46 hectares) in total, providing plenty of outdoor space in a lovely rural setting. The gardens are largely laid to formal lawn, with an established orchard adding both charm and seasonal interest. The grounds offer ample opportunity for further landscaping, giving buyers the chance to create and enjoy the garden of their dreams.