4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Lovers Lane, Atherton, Manchester, Greater Manchester M46

Nestled on the ever-popular Lovers Lane in the heart of Howe Bridge, Atherton, this charming four-bedroom, double-fronted semi-detached home offers a rare blend of character, space, and exceptional outdoor living. Boasting a generous plot, the property features a spacious driveway to the side, providing ample off-road parking, and a truly spectacular rear garden – perfect for family life and outdoor entertaining. Internally, this well-maintained and thoughtfully extended home provides ample living space ideal for modern family living. With two welcoming reception rooms, a well-appointed kitchen family room, and four generously sized bedrooms. The blend of traditional charm and contemporary touches makes this a standout home in a sought-after location. Positioned in a friendly, residential setting with excellent local amenities, schools, and transport links nearby, this is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a forever family home in one of Atherton’s most desirable areas.

This charming property features an entrance hall that leads to the upper floor via stairs and provides access to the sitting room. The spacious sitting room boasts a front-facing bay window and connects to the family room. This remarkable area has been thoughtfully expanded to accommodate family needs, featuring a sizable sitting area with under-stair storage and an opening into the kitchen extension. With skylight windows and bi-folding doors leading to the garden, it is a naturally bright and airy space perfect for relaxation.
The kitchen boasts a range of modern wall and base units paired with complementary work surfaces, offering ample space for cooking appliances. A hallway from the kitchen leads to the dining room, which includes floor-to-ceiling storage cupboards that the current owner has ingeniously transformed into a utility space. Adjacent to this is the downstairs shower room, equipped with a W.C., sink, and shower cubicle. A door from the hall opens into the versatile dining room, which could serve as a playroom or an office.
On the first floor, the master bedroom features fully fitted wardrobes, a front-facing window, and access to a spacious storage cupboard located over the stairs. At the front, you'll also find the second double-sized bedroom, which includes a front-facing window and fitted wardrobes. Across the hall is the third bedroom, also double-sized and equipped with fitted wardrobe storage. The fourth and final bedroom is generously sized, featuring a window that overlooks the garden, along with fitted wardrobes and a desk. Completing the internal layout is the family bathroom, which boasts a four-piece suite including a bathtub, walk-in shower, W.C., and sink, all beautifully accented with wall and floor tiling and a rear-facing window.
Outside, the property showcases a generous plot, featuring a spacious side driveway that provides ample off-road parking and leads to double timber gates, granting access to the garage at the rear. The front of the property also includes a delightful front yard that welcomes you to the front door. The truly remarkable rear garden is ideal for family life, outdoor entertaining, or simply enjoying a peaceful retreat. It boasts a patio area just outside the bi-folding doors for alfresco dining, a lush lawn, a garage, and an additional patio area at the back that offers access to a storage building with internal entry to the garage.
The property and a large portion of the garden is held on a 999 year lease from 1928 and the current owner has indicated an annual payment of approximately £2.75 is required. The owner has advised the additional portion of the garden is held on a freehold title. The property is of traditional construction, features gas central heating, UPVC double glazing and is connected to all main services.

Property Information

Tenure - Leasehold
Lease Term - 999 years from 1928
Ground Rent - £ 2.75 pa
Local Authority - Wigan
Council Tax Band - B
Conservation Area - No
Satellite / Fibre TV Availability - BT, Sky, Virgin
Broadband - Basic 15 Mbps, Superfast 80 Mbps, Ultrafast 1800 Mbps