Church Road, Leigh

CHARMING PERIOD COTTAGE WITH BEAUTIFUL GARDENS IN THE HEART OF LEIGH VILLAGE ..... Orchard Cottage is an absolutely charming period home, believed to date back to the 18th century, located in the heart of the sought-after village of Leigh. Rich in history, the property was formerly the village stores and prior to that also the community post office, decommissioned in the 1950s, and is now available to the open market for the first time in over 26 years. The cottage retains many original character features and our client sympathetically extended the property to the rear in 2008 featuring a magnificent reception room, currently used as the sitting room, featuring a vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers, and a central brick fireplace with inset woodburning stove. The accommodation also includes an inviting L-shaped entrance hall with a modern shower room and useful utility room beyond. There are two further well-proportioned reception rooms, with the family room offering potential as an additional bedroom if required. The fitted kitchen enjoys delightful views over the gardens. To the first floor are three bedrooms, all benefiting from built-in wardrobes, served by a family bathroom. While beautifully characterful, the cottage would now benefit from some cosmetic upgrading, offering an excellent opportunity to personalise this unique home. Outside, the gardens are a particularly appealing feature, having been lovingly and meticulously maintained over many years. A substantial patio provides an excellent entertaining area, with the remainder mainly laid to lawn and bordered by established plants and shrubs, offering privacy and seclusion. To the front, a shingle driveway provides parking and leads to a detached double garage. In total, the grounds extend to approximately 0.45 acres. **Key facts** - Council tax band: G. - EPC rating: D \(score 65; potential rating C\). - Parking: off street, double garage. - Outside: garden.