Guide Price £850,000

Forest Drive, Lytham, FY8

4 Bed

4 Bath

Guide Price £850,000

Forest Drive, Lytham, FY8

4 Bed

4 Bath

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A beautifully renovated and exceptionally well-presented detached family home, occupying an enviable position on the highly regarded Forest Drive and within comfortable walking distance of the centre of Lytham.

A beautifully renovated and exceptionally well-presented detached family home, occupying an enviable position on the highly regarded Forest Drive and within comfortable walking distance of the centre of Lytham.

Thoughtfully transformed by the current owners, this impressive property combines contemporary design, generous proportions and superb indoor-outdoor living. The accommodation has been designed with modern family life and entertaining very much in mind, with a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and family room forming the heart of the home.

Particular highlights include the striking black-framed glazing, expansive bi-folding doors, luxurious contemporary kitchen, multiple en-suite bedrooms, ground-floor bedroom/home office, first-floor sun terrace and beautifully established private rear garden.

Set well back from the road, the property is approached via an extensive gravel driveway providing excellent off-road parking and access to the attached garage. Inside, the quality of the renovation is immediately apparent, with a stylish yet welcoming finish throughout.

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Entrance Hall

A smart and welcoming entrance immediately sets the tone for this impressive home. A contemporary composite front door opens into a spacious hallway featuring attractive wide-plank wood flooring and a stylish staircase with painted spindle balustrade and timber handrail. A particularly striking feature is the pair of black-framed Crittall-style glazed doors, which open into the main living accommodation and introduce a strong contemporary architectural element while allowing natural light to flow through the hallway.

WC

A beautifully presented cloakroom with double-glazed front window, fitted blind, low-flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin with chrome fittings and tiled splashback. Tiled flooring and a contemporary circular wall mirror complete the stylish finish.

Lounge

3.64m x 7.22m (11'11" x 23'8")

An exceptionally generous separate reception room extending to over 23ft in length, providing an elegant and versatile space away from the main family areas. Double-glazed windows overlook the front, while wide-plank wood flooring, decorative ceiling cornicing and a contemporary upright radiator add character and style. Fitted low-level cabinetry and display shelving provide useful storage, with TV aerial point and twin black-framed glazed doors opening directly into the impressive rear living space.

Open Plan Living Dining Kitchen

10.11m x 7.28m (33'2" x 23'10")

Without doubt, one of the property's most impressive features is this exceptional open-plan living space, extending across much of the rear of the house and cleverly incorporating kitchen, dining and family areas into one spectacular, light-filled environment. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of sleek, handleless wall, base and full-height units, beautifully complemented by marble-effect quartz work surfaces. At the centre is a substantial island with matching waterfall ends, incorporating an induction hob and stylish ceiling-mounted extractor while providing an excellent additional preparation and socialising space. A bank of integrated NEFF appliances is seamlessly housed within the full-height cabinetry, alongside two integrated refrigerators, freezer and dishwasher. An undermount double sink with contemporary Quooker tap sits beneath the rear window, while a combination of recessed spotlights and feature pendant lighting creates a sophisticated ambience. Beyond the kitchen is a generous dining area with plenty of space for a large dining table, complemented by fitted storage and display shelving. The family seating area features a recessed TV position and wide contemporary inset gas fire with feature fireplace, creating an inviting space in which to relax. The room is flooded with natural light courtesy of extensive black-framed glazing, with wide bi-folding doors opening almost the entire rear of the room onto the terrace and garden. Full-height picture windows further enhance the connection with the outside, beautifully framing the established greenery beyond. Prime Oak hardwood flooring flows through much of the room, adding warmth and continuity to this impressive contemporary living space.

Utility Room

2.97m x 1.40m (9'9" x 4'7")

A well-equipped utility room with a coordinated range of wall and base units, contrasting work surfaces and sink with drainer and mixer tap. Plumbing and space are provided for washing machine and tumble dryer, together with radiator, ceiling spotlights and a useful fitted overhead drying rack.

Bedroom Four/Office

2.97m x 2.50m (9'9" x 8'3") plus 3.36m x 2.72m (11'0" x 8'11")

A superbly versatile L-shaped room offering excellent flexibility as a fourth bedroom, guest accommodation or substantial home office. The room features double-glazed front windows with fitted blind, laminate flooring, radiator, ceiling spotlights and an excellent range of fitted wardrobes and storage.

En Suite

A convenient en-suite serving the ground-floor bedroom, fitted with low-flush WC, wash hand basin and separate shower enclosure with thermostatically controlled shower.

First Floor Landing

A spacious first-floor landing with painted spindle balustrade overlooking the staircase, double-glazed front window and radiator. There is also useful fitted storage/airing cupboard and access to the loft.

Master Bedroom

5.11m x 3.99m (16'9" x 13'1")

A truly impressive principal bedroom offering generous proportions, a calm contemporary finish and a wonderful outlook over the rear garden. Wide-plank flooring, radiator and TV aerial point are complemented by a substantial opening fitted with bi-folding doors and glazed balustrade, creating a striking Juliet balcony overlooking the mature greenery beyond. The room also benefits from a dedicated walk-in wardrobe, comprehensively fitted with hanging rails, shelving, drawers and storage. A further glazed door with fitted blinds provides access towards the terrace.

Ensuite

2.60m x 1.93m (8'6" x 6'4")

A stylish contemporary en-suite shower room with low-flush WC, wash hand basin with integrated storage and a generous shower enclosure with thermostatically controlled shower. Tiled walls and flooring, fitted mirror and recessed ceiling spotlights complete the modern finish.

Bedroom Two

3.37m x 6.49m (11'1" x 21'4")

An exceptionally generous bedroom extending to over 21ft, providing ample room for distinct sleeping, dressing and study areas. The room features laminate flooring, radiator, double-glazed front window and fitted wardrobe storage. French doors open directly onto the excellent first-floor sun terrace, creating a rare and particularly appealing additional outdoor space.

Sun Terrace

3.33m x 4.03m (10'11" x 13'3")

A superb elevated terrace offering an ideal spot for morning coffee, relaxing or entertaining, with plenty of space for outdoor seating and an attractive outlook across the mature rear garden.

Bedroom Three

4.71m x 3.41m (15'5" x 11'2")

Another impressive double bedroom with double-glazed front window, laminate flooring, lime wash painted walls and a comprehensive range of fitted wardrobes and drawers, providing excellent storage.

Ensuite

2.97m x 2.08m (9'9" x 6'10")

A beautifully appointed shower room featuring a large walk-in shower with thermostatic controls, wash hand basin set in a solid oak vanity unit with storage beneath and low-flush WC. Further features include limestone tiled walls and flooring, brass ladder-style heated towel radiator, recessed ceiling spotlights and double-glazed side window.

Family Bathroom

2.97m x 2.66m (9'9" x 8'9")

The impressive suite comprises a freestanding oval bath with mixer/shower fitting, low-flush WC and wide vanity wash hand basin with timber-effect drawer storage. A separate walk-in shower enclosure features frameless glazing, thermostatic controls and rainfall shower head. Recessed ceiling spotlights, chrome heated towel radiator and double-glazed side window complete this beautifully finished bathroom.

External

To the front - The property enjoys an attractive and distinctive frontage, with decorative herringbone brickwork, contrasting dark-framed windows and an attached garage. Set well back from Forest Drive, the house is approached via an extensive gravel driveway, providing generous off-road parking for several vehicles. Established shrubs, hedging and architectural planting soften the frontage while providing a good degree of privacy and screening. The driveway continues to the attached garage, which is fitted with a contemporary sectional-style door.

External

To the rear - The beautifully established rear garden overlooking Lytham Hall is a major feature of this exceptional home. Designed to complement the impressive contemporary rear extension, the garden offers an outstanding combination of entertaining space, mature planting and privacy. A broad paved terrace immediately adjoins the rear of the house before extending towards a further dedicated seating and entertaining area, providing an abundance of space for outdoor dining, relaxing and entertaining. Beyond the terraces, the garden is principally laid to lawn and framed by beautifully established borders, mature shrubs, specimen evergreens and extensive planting. Mature trees and surrounding greenery create a wonderfully private and secluded atmosphere, giving the garden a peaceful, established feel. The full-width bi-folding doors from the kitchen/family room create a seamless connection between the house and garden, allowing the terrace and interior to work together as one impressive entertaining space during the warmer months. The rear elevation itself is particularly striking, combining crisp rendered walls, expansive black-framed glazing and contemporary timber cladding to the first-floor extension. Above, the glazed Juliet balcony and first-floor sun terrace provide elevated views across the garden and add another distinctive architectural element.

Garage

An attached garage approached via the extensive front driveway and fitted with a modern sectional garage door with remote control and high voltage electric charger.

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