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3 ASHWORTH DRIVE
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Located on this prestigious road in Hest Bank and boasting unrivalled, stunning views directly overlooking the canal, Morecambe Bay and Lakeland Hills. 3 Ashworth Drive is a stunning, contemporary property that is sure to prove popular with a range of buyers. Designed in an ‘upside down’ manner to capitalise on the panoramic sea views, this property has been redesigned and renovated to the highest of standards. It now stands as an impressive 5 bedroom detached home with an open plan design to suit the modern family lifestyle and also benefits from exclusive canal side access and private jetty with mooring rights.
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Its deceptively spacious accommodation is set out across three floors and includes an open plan Siematic kitchen with dining and living area offering large picture windows looking out over Morecambe Bay and the distant Lakeland hills. The lower ground floor is a versatile space that at present is utilised as a home office/games room however could offer an additional bedroom with its own separate shower room. With potential for private external access, there is also space down here to further convert into an annexe or studio if required and subject to relevant planning.The top floor is occupied by an impressive master suite, complete with uninterrupted sea views, walk in wardrobes and a modern ensuite. Externally, the rear garden has been designed with busy lives in mind and is low maintenance and flanked by raised beds and enclosed with tall hedges and cedar wood fencing for added privacy.The drive to the front affords ample parking along with access into the attached double garage and workshop. Hest Bank is a highly sought village located just 4 miles away from Lancaster city centre and M6 access. Its convenient location does not compromise on the lovely surrounds, offering country and canal side walks from your doorstep and the stunning Morecambe Bay and Lakeland Hills backdrop. There are good local amenities within the village, including shops, cafe, post office, beautician, hairdressers, pharmacy, three pubs and an active village community centred around the well regarded local primary school. Families will also be delighted with the choice of local secondary schools as the property sits within the catchment area for the Lancaster Boys and Girls Grammar Schools.
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An entrance door to the rear of the property opens into a light filled and impressive entrance hall, revealing the deceptive accommodation on offer. Most impressive is the stunning open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Boasting large picture windows that extend across the front of the property, offering unrivalled, uninterrupted views over the canal and across Morecambe Bay to the Lakeland Hills. French doors open out onto a glass balustrade infinity balcony which is the perfect place to unwind in the evening whilst watching the sun set over Morecambe Bay.The contemporary Siematic kitchen designed by Mark Leigh comprises a range of sleek modern units with quartz worktops. Incorporating a large central island, fitted appliances include a NEFF 4 ring induction hob, Miele double oven, integrated tall fridge and freezer, dishwasher and there is a sink ½ with quooker boiling water tap.The floor is attractively finished in Amtico flooring which extends throughout the open plan space that allows for formal dining and occasional furniture. Adjoining, is the lounge with large picture windows and centred around a feature stone fireplace housing a gas wood burning effect stove.
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Two of the bedrooms are located on the ground floor and offer generous proportions and garden views. Of these, the former master bedroom to the original property, benefits from a large ensuite bathroom. The master suite takes up the entirety of the first floor. An impressive space boasting uninterrupted views over Morecambe Bay and beyond. There is a dressing area and mirror fronted sliding doors revealing a walk in wardrobe within the bedroom.The modern ensuite boasts underfloor heating, a digital walk in Mira shower and porcelanosa tiles and there is a further walk in dressing room with undereaves storage.
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Steps from the entrance hall lead down to the lower ground floor which can also be externally accessed via a door off the drive to the front of the property for an additional entrance option if required. This versatile space is currently utilised as a home office and games room with a separate shower and store room. With further renovation and with the separate external entrance, could be converted into a studio or annexe for a dependant relatives. Also located just off the hallway is internal access into the double garage and workshop, equipped also for utilities and with a large separate storage area to the rear.
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As previously mentioned, the rear of the property is a good sized area and relatively low maintenance set with hedge and cedar wood fenced boundaries which make a private sunny garden. There is also a decorative gravelled front garden making for an attractive first impression. The private driveway leads in front of the garage which benefits from an up and over electric doors, and extends around the side of the property affording ample parking. Furthermore, the property benefits from an exclusive stretch of canal side access with a fantastic decked jetty with mooring rights which is an impressive place to sit and take in the panoramic Morecambe Bay and Lakeland Hills views.
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DIRECTIONS Head North on the A6 from Lancaster city centre towards Carnforth, after passing The Lodge public house take the left hand turn into Manor Lane, continue on to Hanging Green Lane, Hanging Green Lane turns slightly right and becomes Hatlex Lane., follow this road up the hill and before you go over the canal bridge, take the right hand turn. Number 3 is located halfway down on the right hand side.
SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.
TENURE Freehold
COUNCIL TAX Band G
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Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fi xtures, fi ttings 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. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 4270819 Registered Offi ce: Ellerthwaite Square, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1DU
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FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Ireland,The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.
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Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1524 380560 sales@fineandcountry-lakes.co.uk 19 Castle Hill, Lancaster LA1 1YN
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