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4 bedroom Semi Detached House for sale, Shaftesbury Drive, Wardle, Greater Manchester, OL12
Features and Description
- FREEHOLD
- Private, south-facing rear garden enjoying uninterrupted open field views
- Non-overlooked rear aspect, offering excellent privacy and a peaceful outdoor setting
- Attractive front garden with a private driveway providing off-road parking
- New boiler installed within the last year, complete with the remainder of a 10-year warranty
- Within walking distance of Wardle village, offering local shops, cafés, and everyday amenities
- Close to highly regarded schools including Wardle Academy and St James' CE Primary School
- Just a short drive from Hollingworth Lake Country Park, perfect for scenic walks and family days out
- Excellent commuter links via nearby Smithy Bridge railway station, with direct services to Manchester
- Surrounded by picturesque countryside with numerous walking routes across Healey Dell, Blackstone Edge and the Pennine hills
Space, Privacy & Spectacular Views – The Perfect Family Home
Perfectly suited to modern family living, this impressive four-bedroom semi-detached home offers an exceptional balance of generous living space, practicality and an enviable setting. Backing onto beautiful open fields with uninterrupted views, the property enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy rarely found, while its thoughtfully designed layout provides everything a growing family could need.
From the moment you arrive, the property makes an inviting first impression. A well-maintained front garden complements the attractive frontage, while a private driveway provides convenient off-road parking.
Stepping inside, you are welcomed by a bright entrance porch, creating the perfect space for coats and shoes before entering the central hallway providing access to each of the principal ground floor rooms.
Positioned to the front of the property is the spacious semi-open-plan lounge and dining room. Cleverly designed to create distinct living and dining areas while maintaining an effortless flow between the two, this is a room made for both relaxing evenings and entertaining family and friends. Large windows fill the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.
Leading effortlessly from the dining area is the well-appointed kitchen, offering ample worktop space and storage to cater for the demands of everyday family life. Beyond the kitchen, the conservatory provides an excellent additional reception room that enjoys pleasant views across the garden, making it the perfect place to unwind with a morning coffee, enjoy family time or simply take in the peaceful surroundings throughout the seasons.
Adding further convenience to the ground floor is a downstairs WC, ideally positioned just off the conservatory.
The first floor continues to impress with four well-proportioned bedrooms, providing flexible accommodation for families of all sizes. There are three generous double bedrooms alongside a comfortable single bedroom, ideal as a child's room, nursery, home office or dressing room. Completing the accommodation is the modern family bathroom, perfectly placed to serve each of the bedrooms.
The rear garden is undoubtedly one of the home's standout features. Thoughtfully designed to offer both privacy and practicality, this generous outdoor space is not overlooked, allowing you to enjoy complete peace and tranquillity. Whether entertaining guests on a summer evening, watching children play or simply relaxing outdoors, the spectacular open field views beyond provide a stunning backdrop that changes beautifully with the seasons and create a real sense of escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Front garden and driveway
The property is set back from the road behind a neatly maintained front lawn, creating an attractive first impression. A private driveway provides convenient off-road parking, while the front garden enhances the property's kerb appeal and welcoming frontage.
Living Room
13'1" x 10'10" (4.00m x 3.30m)
A spacious and inviting reception room positioned to the front of the property, offering plenty of natural light and ample space for comfortable seating. Open to the dining area, it provides the perfect setting for both relaxing and entertaining.
Dining Room
A well-proportioned dining space that seamlessly connects the lounge and kitchen, creating an ideal layout for family meals and social gatherings while maintaining an open and sociable feel.
Kitchen
Fitted with a range of wall and base units, the kitchen offers generous worktop space and practical storage, making it well suited to the demands of everyday family life. Conveniently positioned with access to the conservatory.
Conservatory
17'1" x 9'6" (5.20m x 2.90m)
A versatile additional reception room overlooking the rear garden, offering the perfect space to relax, entertain or enjoy the peaceful outlook across the garden throughout the seasons, with direct access outside.
Downstairs wc
Conveniently located just off the conservatory, the downstairs WC adds practicality to the home and is ideal for both family life and visiting guests.
Bedroom 1
12'2" x 10'6" (3.70m x 3.20m)
A generous double bedroom offering ample space for a range of bedroom furniture, creating a comfortable and relaxing principal bedroom.
Bedroom 2
Another spacious double bedroom, ideal for family members or guests, benefiting from excellent proportions and plenty of natural light.
Bedroom 3
10'2" x 8'2" (3.10m x 2.50m)
A well-sized double bedroom offering flexible accommodation, equally suited as a bedroom, guest room or generous home office.
Bedroom 4
7'3" x 7'3" (2.20m x 2.20m)
A comfortable single bedroom that lends itself perfectly as a child's bedroom, nursery, dressing room or dedicated home office.
Family bathroom
7'10" x 6'7" (2.40m x 2.00m)
Serving all four bedrooms, the family bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite and provides a practical space for everyday family living.
Rear garden
A real highlight of the property, the private, non-overlooked rear garden offers an excellent space for outdoor entertaining, family enjoyment and relaxation, all while taking in the stunning uninterrupted open field views beyond.
Area and local amenities
Occupying a sought-after position within the ever-popular village of Wardle, this home enjoys the perfect balance of peaceful suburban living and everyday convenience. Surrounded by open countryside, scenic walking routes and nearby beauty spots, the area is ideal for those who enjoy spending time outdoors, whilst still benefiting from excellent access to local amenities and neighbouring towns. The nearby villages of Littleborough and Milnrow, along with Rochdale town centre, offer an excellent selection of independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities to cater for every lifestyle.Families are particularly well served, with a number of well-regarded primary and secondary schools within easy reach, including St James' Church of England Primary School and Wardle Academy, both located just a short distance from the property. A range of healthcare facilities, convenience stores and everyday amenities are also close by, making day-to-day living both easy and convenient.For commuters, the location offers excellent transport links, with regular bus services nearby and Smithy Bridge railway station providing direct connections to Manchester, Leeds and beyond. The M62 motorway network is also easily accessible, making travel across Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire straightforward. Combining a family-friendly community, excellent local amenities and beautiful countryside surroundings, this is a location that continues to be highly sought after by buyers of all ages.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Shaftesbury Drive, Wardle, Greater Manchester, OL12
Additional Information
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Property refSHA260846
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EPCD
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TenureFreehold
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Council TaxC
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Local authorityRochdale Borough Council
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