Hilbre 70 Freshfield Road | Formby | Liverpool | L37 7BQ HILBRE
The house is within a few minutes walk to Formby Golf Club; Formby Cricket Club; Formby Hockey Club; Formby Squash Club, all on the same tree lined complex.
Dating back to the mid 19th Century, this magnificent detached Victorian family residence is a stunning example of a period property of the time. It stands in beautiful lawned gardens and its position helps to give it prominence within a highly sought after neighbourhood. Inside the property is beautifully presented and as well as boasting a wealth of period features, also offers highly flexible accommodation as required by the modern family. On the ground floor, there are four elegant reception rooms and a fabulous dining kitchen with five generously proportioned bedrooms spread over the top two floors in addition to three bathrooms. Only viewing can truly convey how attractive this property is. Ground Floor
Vestibule With original solid wood door and mat well, dado rail.
Hallway Original double doors, stripped floorboards, mahogany newel post and balustrade.
Dining Room 3.67m (12’0”) x 3.64m (11’11”) : 13.3588 m2 (144 sq.ft.) Bay window to the front, stripped floorboards, double radiator, original high skirting boards, cove ceiling and leading onto:
Lounge 6.4m (21’0”) x 6.04m (19’10”) : 38.656 m2 (416 sq.ft.) Double glazed window to side, double glazed French doors with side panels leading to side garden, bench seating with storage under, Georgian fireplace with open grate and marble hearth, stripped floorboards, two feature radiators.
Family/Sitting Room 4.64m (15’3”) x 3.7m (12’2”) : 17.168 m2 (185 sq.ft.) Bay window to front, window to side, two contemporary radiators, marble inset fireplace, original high skirting boards, cove ceiling.
Inner Hallway Cloakroom alcove fitted with a selection of rails and storage.
Cloakroom/WC Two piece suite comprising inset sink with cupboard below and spot lit mirror above, low level wc, heated towel rail, fully tiled floor and walls.
Laundry Room 4.01m (13’2”) x 1.8m (5’11”) : 7.218 m2 (78 sq.ft.) Window to side and fitted with a selection of floor and wall units, single drainer sink unit with mixer taps, plumbing for washing machine, space for under counter fridge and freezer, wall mounted ‘Worcester’ boiler, fully tiled floor and part tiled walls. Outer porch 2.89m (9’6”) x 1.15m (3’9”) : 3.3235 m2 (36 sq.ft.) Double glazed with door to side patio area.
Dining Kitchen 3.83m (12’7”) x 3.64m (11’11”) : 13.9412 m2 (150 sq.ft.) Window to side with working shutter, a selection of floor, wall and draw units, wine rack and china cupboards. ‘Bosch’ electric hob with electric oven under and extractor above. Tiled floors and feature radiator.
Scullery Porcelain single drainer sink with mixer taps, space for dishwasher and microwave, fully tiled floor and part tiled walls, fitted cupboards into recess, spot lighting and leading onto:
Garden Room 1.61m (5’3”) x 1.51m (4’11”) : 2.4311 m2 (26 sq.ft.) Paved flooring, with timber ceiling, floor to ceiling windows on two sides. Seller Insight
We were initially attracted to the property because of the stunning position of the house which is early Victorian built in 1862 and surrounded by trees, shrubs and lawn.
We are within five minutes walk of Freshfield Rail Station, and from here we can travel on Merseyrail to Liverpool City Centre, and on to John Lennon Airport. In the other direction to Southport, then on to Manchester, one train stopping in Manchester Airport. The trains are every fifteen minutes. We have excellent links to motorways throughout the country.
We are few minutes walk to a pharmacy and a GP’s surgery at the end of the road. Local supermarkets and a variety of shops, are within walking distance of the village centre. There is also a bus service down the road which stops near to the house. We have many popular, prestigious schools in the area; both primary and secondary.
It is a wonderful family house, having five double bedrooms and a small nursey/office. It is a light, bright house with every room having a lovely view. My favourite view of the house is of the magnificent beech tree at the front, which is something of a landmark in Formby.
It will be a wrench to leave the space inside, and out; and very difficult to replace the trees and shrubs which afford such privacy in a very suburban setting.
Since moving into the property thirty years ago we have not made any major changes to the house, other than upgrading the heating system, bathrooms and kitchen.
The two sittings rooms have a very seasonal function; the larger one has an open fire which is fantastic in the winter, the smaller of the two has two windows facing south west, which provide sunshine until evening in high summer. The house and garden are splendid for entertaining - there is ample space for parking cars. It is an easy, friendly house to live in, with a lovely atmosphere. First Floor
Half Landing With fully restored original window overlooking rear.
Family Bathroom Bathroom suite comprising twin grip paneled bath with power shower and shower screen. Pedestal hand basin low level ‘Porcelanosa’ wc, fully tiled floor and walls, ladder heated towel rail, wall mounted mirror cabinet with spot lighting.
Landing Fitted with a selection of bookshelves and giving access to three bedrooms and 2nd floor via turned staircase.
Main Bedroom 5.6m (18’4”) x 3.69m (12’1”) : 20.664 m2 (222 sq.ft.) Sash windows to the front and side, orginal built-in cupbaords, double radiator, carpeted flooring and door leading onto:
Main En Suite Fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle and power shower, pedestal hand basin, ladder style heated towel rail, ‘Porcelanosa’ tiled floor and walls, recessed spot lighting and window to rear.
Study/Nursery 2.18m (7’2”) x 1.8m (5’11”) : 3.924 m2 (42 sq.ft.) With window to front fitted shelves, single radiator and carpeted flooring and cove ceiling.
Bedroom Four Second Floor 3.67m (12’0”) x 3.65m (12’0”) : 13.3955 m2 (144 sq.ft.) Half Landing Window overlooking front garden, cove ceiling, picture rail, double radiator and carpeted flooring. With Velux window and study area.
Bedroom Two Shower room 3.67m (12’0”) x 3.16m (10’4”) : 11.5972 m2 (125 sq.ft.) Fitted with walk-in shower and ‘Aqualisa’ electric shower. pedestal hand basin, low level wc, ‘Porcelanosa’ tiled With window overlooking the rear, cove ceiling, carpeted flooring double radiator and giving access to eaves walls and floor; recessed spot lighting, ladder style heated towel rail and window to rear. storage area. Bedroom Five 3.65m (12’0”) x 3.65m (12’0”) : 13.3225 m2 (143 sq.ft.) Vaulted ceiling with Velux window original fireplace; built-in wardrobes, access to under eaves storage.
Bedroom Three 4.86m (15’11”) x 3.63m (11’11”) : 17.6418 m2 (190 sq.ft.) With vaulted ceiling, original fireplace and surround, fitted wardrobes, window to side and access to under eves storage.
Outside Benefiting from being a corner plot with lawned gardens to the front and side as well as a walled and fenced private paved courtyard, paved sweeping footpath; two covered car ports giving access to three large storage areas.
Notice Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
Tenure: Freehold
Liverpool and Formby copyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd. Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings 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. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 09.03.2016
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