St. Mark's Road, Blackburn
Offers over £199,950

*** EXCEPTIONAL THREE BEDROOM SEMI- DETACHED HOME ON LARGE PLOT ***

Nestled in one of Blackburn’s most sought-after locations just off Buncer Lane, this charming three-bedroom semi-detached home sits on an enviable plot, offering incredible potential. While in need of some modernisation, the property boasts a spacious and well-designed layout, perfect for a growing family.

The heart of the home is a stunning lounge, featuring a beautiful bay window that bathes the room in natural light. The generously sized open-plan kitchen and dining area provide the ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. A convenient downstairs WC adds to the practicality of the home.

Upstairs, you’ll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, a two-piece bathroom suite, and a separate WC. The highlight of the property is its extensive gardens to the side and rear, beautifully adorned with mature trees and shrubbery, creating a private and tranquil retreat. The expansive side garden also presents an exciting opportunity for extension or even the development of an additional property, subject to planning permission.

Completing this fantastic home is a private driveway offering off-road parking and a detached garage. With its prime location, generous plot, and exceptional potential, this property is a rare gem—perfect for a family looking to create their dream forever home.

This home is ideally located for families, being within the catchment area for highly regarded schools such as Wensley Fold C of E Primary Academy, Griffin Park Primary School, and Witton Park Academy. Just a stone's throw away, you'll find Witton Country Park, offering picturesque nature walks, a cosy café, and plenty of activities for children. The area also boasts a variety of local amenities, including supermarkets, shops, and doctors' surgeries. With excellent transport links, residents enjoy easy access to Blackburn Town Centre, Mellor, Burnley, and Preston via nearby bus routes.

This home briefly comprises: a welcoming entrance hall with access to a bright and spacious lounge, an open-plan kitchen/diner, and a convenient downstairs WC, as well as stairs leading to the first floor. The kitchen/diner also benefits from direct access to the rear garden, perfect for indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, a two-piece bathroom suite, and a separate WC, all thoughtfully arranged to maximise comfort and functionality.

The front of this stunning property boasts a beautifully landscaped garden, complete with a lush laid-to-lawn area, vibrant mature shrubbery, colorful flowers, and a charming tree that perfectly frames the home. An expansive driveway leads to a detached garage, secured by double gates for added privacy.

To the side, you'll find a generous lawned garden, thoughtfully designed with mature shrubbery, decorative rocks, and well-defined bedding areas - a perfect space for outdoor enjoyment. Notably, planning permission was previously granted (2009) for a four-bedroom home, presenting an exciting opportunity for future development (subject to renewal).

At the rear, a low-maintenance tiered garden offers a peaceful retreat, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall (3.66m x 2.06m (12'0" x 6'9"))
UPVC front door to entrance hall, uPVC double glazed windows, ceiling light fitting, central heating radiator, alarm pad, doors to lounge, kitchen/ diner, WC and storage cupboard, stairs to first floor, carpeted flooring.

Lounge (4.95m x 3.36m (16'2" x 11'0"))
UPVC double glazed bay window, ceiling light fitting, central heating radiator, feature living flame gas fireplace with wood surround, television point, carpeted flooring.

Kitchen/ Diner (5.19m x 2.66m (17'0" x 8'8"))
UPVC door to kitchen/ diner, uPVC double glazed windows, uPVC double glazed bay window, an open plan kitchen/ diner comprising of: a range of wood effect laminate wall and base units with contrasting granite effect worktops, part tiled splashbacks, integrated electric oven with four ring hob and extractor hood, inset stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, space for fridge freezer and washer dryer, space for dining set, two doors to storage cupboards, two ceiling light fittings, central heating radiator, door to entrance hall, wood effect flooring.

WC (1.46m x 0.73m (4'9" x 2'4"))
UPVC double glazed frosted window, a low level close coupled WC, corner wall mounted wash basin, ceiling light fitting, vinyl flooring.

First Floor

Landing (3.15m x 2.06m (10'4" x 6'9"))
UPVC double glazed frosted window, ceiling light fitting, loft access via hatch, doors to three bedrooms, a two piece bathroom suite, separate WC and airing cupboard, carpeted flooring.

Master Bedroom (4.12m x 2.97m (13'6" x 9'8"))
UPVC double glazed bay window, ceiling light fitting, central heating radiator, built in wardrobes, carpeted flooring.

Bedroom Two (3.51m x 3.33m (11'6" x 10'11"))
UPVC double glazed window, ceiling light fitting, central heating radiator, built in wardrobes, carpeted flooring.

Bedroom Three (2.09m x 2.03m (6'10" x 6'7"))
UPVC double glazed window, ceiling light fitting, central heating radiator, carpeted flooring.

Bathroom (2.06m x 1.65m (6'9" x 5'4"))
UPVC double glazed frosted window, a two piece bathroom suite comprising of: a full pedestal wash basin, P- shaped panel bath with direct feed shower, part tiled elevations, ceiling light fitting, central heating radiator, carpeted flooring.

WC (1.20m x 0.73m (3'11" x 2'4"))
UPVC double glazed frosted window, a low level close coupled WC, ceiling light fitting, carpeted flooring.

External

Front
Double gates leading to long driveway for multiple vehicles, laid to lawn garden with mature shrubbery, tree and flowers.

Side
An extensive, laid to lawn garden with mature shrubbery, rocks and bedding areas. Planning permission was granted in 2009 to build a four-bedroom house; however, it has since elapsed.

Garage
Detached, single garage to the rear with up and over door.

Rear
Tiered, low maintenance garden.

Agents Notes
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: B - Blackburn with Darwen
Property Type: Semi- detached
Property Construction: Brick
Roof Type: Slate
Water Supply: Mains, water meter
Electricity Supply: Mains
Gas Supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Gas central heating
Broadband/ Internet Speed: Virgin
Mobile Signal: Good
Building Safety: No known issues
Restrictions: No
Rights & Easements: No
Flood & Erosion Risks: No
Planning Permissions & Development Proposals: Planning permission was granted in 2009 to build a four-bedroom house to the side of the property; however, it has since elapsed.
Property Accessibility & Adaptions: No
Coalfield & Mining Area: No