A family home overlooking its own lake is currently on the market in Greater Manchester, and we can probably all agree it’s a real stunner.
The only thing is, you’ll just need the small matter of £1.6 million before you can call it yours.
It goes without saying that the vast majority of people reading this article won’t have £1.6 million just sitting in their bank account right now, and that properties of this stature are likely not the kind we’ll get to call home, so the next best thing we can do is just snoop around on good old Rightmove and have a nosey at all the jaw-dropping pictures instead.
Like us, if you’ve got no shame in admitting that one of your favourite internet pastimes is looking up houses you can’t afford in places you’ll probably never live, then let us introduce you to this gem over in Bolton.
We’re talking a beautifully-modern lake house that estate agents have called “truly unique” and “striking”, kind of a ‘gem’.
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This is The Lake House.
The Lake House is currently on the market in an unassuming Greater Manchester town / Credit: Newton & Co
Described as being one of the Greater Manchester town’s “best kept secrets”, this four-bedroom detached residence is located in the suburb of Lostock – which is known for being one of the borough’s most affluent and sought-after neighbourhoods that’s conveniently close to a wide range of amenities, excellent local schools, and transport links across the region and beyond – and it has so much to offer prospective buyers.
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Hidden in plain sight, but overlooking a Victorian formal pond of lake-size proportions, the property sits behind private gates amid its own expansive grounds at the end of what, you’d have to say, is a pretty run-of-the-mill residential street.
But this is far from being a run-of-the-mill house.
The four-bedroom detached family home is “truly unique” and packed with impressive features throughout / Credit: Newton & Co
The Lake House was actually built in 2010 in the garden of a traditional 1870s home, and back in the day, it was formerly owned by a local inventor who built a model railway in the gardens for local children to ride on.
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Estate agents say the property is so “unique”, in fact, that the current owners have even been approached by filmmakers in their time, who were eager to capture the location on the big screen.
As well as boasting several light and spacious reception rooms, a bespoke kitchen kitted-out with a range of modern fixtures, appliances, and a stunning AGA, four large bedrooms, and both family bathrooms and en-suites, the property also has countless other impressive hand-crafted features to its name behind the grand front doors.
Just a couple of these features include timber spiral staircases, some snazzy modern lighting fixtures throughout, a truly jaw-dropping coved glass ceiling feature, and a master bedroom with its own luxury dressing room.
It’ll set you back a whopping £1.6 million to call it yours / Credit: Newton & Co
The star of the show, though, has to be the elevated terrace that wraps around three sides of the property, making it the perfect place to relax all year round.
And, of course, the outside of the property is just as impressive as the inside… in fact, you could argue even more impressive, as the formal surrounding gardens not only include the lake and all its little quirks, like a range of different bridges, boating houses, and a clocktower, but they’ve also been maintained to the highest of standards, making them a massive credit to the current owners.
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The property also comes with a large double garage in its grounds – which houses its own workshop, a large office, and a bathroom – and there’s also the potential to create a separate annexe too.
The Lake House is currently on the market with Bolton-based independent estate agents, Newton & Co, for a whopping £1.6 million, and if you fancy taking a closer look, then you can contact the property company to arrange a viewing.
Or you could just take the cheaper route instead and have a nosey at the Rightmove link here.
Featured Image – Newton & Co
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Plans approved to transform historic Grade II-listed Manchester building into £6m ‘innovation hub’
Emily Sergeant
Plans to turn a Grade II-listed building in Manchester city centre into a £6 million “innovation hub” have been given the green light.
Manchester City Council has approved “transformational plans” for the historic 117-119 Portland Street building in the heart of the city centre, and the ambitious £6 million project will now see the Grade II-listed building become the so-called “gateway” into Manchester’s innovation district, the Oxford Road Corridor.
Part of Bruntwood SciTech’s collection of refurbished Victorian warehouses, this new workspace is expected to be a “central hub” for collaboration, wellness, and events.
Developers want to make it a “vibrant social community” for all the businesses within the building.
The 35,000 sq ft building will be refurbished into a multi-let workspace that provides a mixture of offices for up to 80 people – with each offering a range of flexible options for companies working in the creative, tech, and media sectors.
Nine fully-fitted workspaces will be created in total, each being equipped with kitchens, meeting rooms, and breakout areas.
The innovation hub will retain many of its original features that pay homage to its rich history.
Dating all the way back to 1886, the building was formerly home to Schill Seebohm & Co shipping merchants, which used it as a warehouse to showcase, sell, and ship its Manchester-made textiles, and now it’s set to become another inspiring space for businesses to grow and thrive.
Plans have been approved to transform a historic Manchester building into £6m ‘innovation hub’ / Credit: Bruntwood SciTech
State-of-the-art shared facilities and amenities will also be incorporated into the new-look building as part of a “reimagining” of the ground and lower ground floors areas – including breakout spaces and lounge areas, an on-site gym, boutique gym-quality shower and changing facilities, and an auditorium for events.
Developers will also be improving the historic building’s sustainability credentials in a bid to bring it into the “modern age”.
Richard Roper, who is the Associate Director and Asset Management for Bruntwood SciTech, said the approval of these plans marks the next “exciting phase” in the partnership’s vision to “enhance and improve” workspaces across Manchester city centre.
Developers want to make the Grade II-listed building a “vibrant social community” for all / Credit: Bruntwood SciTech
“Our cluster of buildings on Portland Street are uniquely positioned to become the connecting junction between the Oxford Road Corridor and our city centre innovation hubs, further supporting businesses to access a city-wide innovation ecosystem,” he added.
“This cornerstone of the city has been lacking investment into creating workspaces that galvanise collaboration, creativity, and ingenuity, and offer like-minded communities to connect with.
Work to transform 117-119 Portland Street is anticipated to get underway from spring 2025.
Featured Image – Bruntwood SciTech
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10 hot properties for sale in Greater Manchester | June 2024
Emily Sergeant
Every month, we show you some of the hottest properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester.
It’s safe to say that Mancunians love a good nosey around other peoples’ houses, and after all, Greater Manchester is a brilliant place to live.
But what can your money currently get you in the area?
In our monthly Hot Property series, we scour the internet to find 10 more of the most diverse, jaw-dropping, accessible, and beautifully-presented homes currently on the market in Greater Manchester for you to take a look at.
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Bolton Road
Edgworth, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL7
Wainwrights Estate Agents
Bolton Road / Credit: Wainwrights
End Terrace | x2 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom
Conveniently located on the end of row of stunning stone cottages in one of Bolton’s most sought-after residential villages, with a wide range of amenities, good local schools, transport links across Greater Manchester, and countryside walks right on the doorstep, is this two-bedroom terrace that is presented to the highest of standards, both inside and out.
Having been sympathetically-renovated throughout, the current owners have been able to retain lots of the property’s original character and charm, while still making it fit for modern-day living.
As well as the bright and spacious accommodations, the property externally boasts garden areas to the front and rear, a sunny rear patio, allocated off-road parking, and even a garage that comes with planning permission for conversion.
The property is currently on the market with Bury-based independent estate agents, Wainwrights, for £425,000 (Offers Over).
Occupying a prime corner-plot position on a popular residential estate in the sought-after Seddons Farm area of Bury, this three-bedroom detached bungalow not only offers a wealth of spacious accommodation throughout, but is also conveniently close to a wide range of local amenities, public transport links, and more.
As well as being offered to the market with no onward chain, several of the main living rooms within the property have been modernised by the current owners – including the kitchen and bathroom.
Where this property really shines though is in its outside space, as thanks to its plot it sits on, the house boasts large well-maintained surrounding lawned areas, a stunning rear decking area, and an integral garage with off-road driveway parking at the front.
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Tarleton Close / Credit: Entwistle Green
The property is currently on the market with the Bury branch of estate agency chain, Entwistle Green, for £420,000 (Offers Over).
Bishop Meadows is a stunning collection of new-build homes in the popular and desirable Oldham residential area of Royton.
As well as being only a short distance from all the local amenities, good local schooling options, transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond, and access to nearby countryside, that any growing family could wish for, this five-bedroom detached family home is also brand-new inside and has been finished to the highest of standards throught.
A bespoke kitchen/diner, several spacious reception rooms, and stunning bathroom suites are just some of the accommodation features the property boasts internally, while externally, there is lawned garden areas to the front and rear, and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles.
Bishop Meadows / Credit: Bentley Hurst
The property is currently on the market with Manchester-based property company, Bentley Hurst, for £570,000.
Sat on a popular tree-lined street in the highly-regarded Manchester residential area of Chorlton Green, being literally steps away from an enviable range of amenities, independent cafes, bars, and restaurants, good local schools, and transport links into the city centre, is this three-bedroom terrace property that is ready to move straight into.
Having been refurbished and modernised to a high standard by the current owners, the property is home to several deceptively-spacious reception rooms and bedrooms, as well as boasting an easy-to-maintain rear yard area.
Estate agents say the property offers the “perfect blend of space and comfort”.
Albemarle Road / Credit: JP & Brimelow
The property is currently on the market with the Chorlton branch of independent estate agents, JP & Brimelow for £495,000 (Offers in the Region of).
This two-bedroom duplex apartment within the popular ‘The Edge’ development occupies a truly-stunning position overlooking the River Irwell, is only a stone’s-throw away from all the amenities on offer in both Salford and Manchester’s city centres, and is also just short walk from a number of convenient transport links across the region and beyond.
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Offered to the market with no onward chain, making it ideal for first time buyers and buy-to-let investors alike, the property has a wealth of modern open-plan living spaces set over two floors, two large terraces, and a big balcony.
A 24-hour concierge, and two allocated parking spaces, are just some the apartment’s other features.
The Edge / Credit: Reside
The property is currently on the market with the Manchester-based property company, Reside, for £550,000.
In the market for an immaculately-presented detached family home that boasts bags of living space throughout, easy access to a wide range of amenities, excellent local schools, transport links, and in what is easily one of Stockport’s most affluent and highly-desirable residential suburbs? Well, you need look no further than this Bramhall beauty.
A fantastic open-plan kitchen diner, a large lounge with ample space for entertaining, and five good-sized bedrooms – including one with an ensuite – can be found inside the property, while externally, there are lawned gardens to the front and rear, an integral, and off-road driveway parking.
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Internal viewing is definitely recommended to appreciate all that’s on offer here.
Grange Road / Credit: Snapes
The property is currently on the market with Bramhall-based independent estate agents, Snapes, for £619,950.
Offered to the market in immaculate condition, with countless amenities, good local schools, convenient transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond, and links to nearby nature reserves, is this five-bedroom detached property in the popular Wigan suburb of Winstanley that’s ready for growing families of all sizes to move straight into.
Estate agents say the property boasts “superb and versatile” living spaces throughout – including a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, five large double bedrooms, and three modern fitted bathrooms.
Externally, there is a large garden to the rear which can be accessed from the beautiful bifold kitchen/diner doors, an integral garage, and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles.
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Pemberton Road / Credit: Regan & Hallworth
The property is currently on the market with the Wigan branch of local independent estate agents, Regan & Hallworth for £830,000 (Offers in the Region of).
Occupying a prime position on one of Altrincham’s most-desirable roads, with a wealth of amenities, excellent local schools, transport links across Greater Manchester, Cheshire and beyond, and countryside walks on the doorstep, this stunning five-bedroom detached family home has been lovingly-updated and restored over a several years, and this means it’s now ready to move straight into.
Estate agents say describe this property as having “well-proportioned” living accommodations arranged over three floors.
Some of the property’s other stand-out assets include a number of attractive design features, such as large bay windows and original coved ceilings, as well as impressive wrap-around gardens, and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles.
Bentnick Road / Credit: Gascoigne Halman
The property is currently on the market with the Altrincham branch of independent estate agents, Gascoigne Halman, for £1.5 million.
This remarkable four-bedroom detached period family home nestled in the heart of the affluent Rochdale village of Bamford dates all the way back to 1890.
While estate agents say the exterior of the property is a “testament to its period charm”, when you step inside this impressive family home, you’ll find that it has been stunningly-renovated and modernised by the current owners to the highest of standards throughout, and yet it still manages to boast numerous features that reflect its rich historical heritage.
On top of the spacious open-plan living accommodations over two floors, there’s also ample basement-level storage spaces, and large lawned gardens, a detached garage, and a gated driveway with off-road parking externally.
War Office Road / Credit: Reside
The property is currently on the market with Rochdale-based independent estate agents, Reside, for £750,000.
Green Lane, Hollingworth, Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester, SK14
On The Move Property Boutique
Rushafield Farm House / Credit: On The Move Property Boutique
Detached Farm House | x6 Bedrooms | x5 Bathrooms
This has to be one of the most impressive properties currently on the market in the whole of Greater Manchester right now.
Nestled down a picturesque country lane in the highly-sought-after semi-rural Hyde village of Hollingworth, with the stunning countryside views and the easiest of access to nearby nature, while still being close to a convenient range of amenities, good local schools, and transport links, Rushafield Farm House dates all the way back to 1736.
Estate agents are inviting viewers to discover the property’s “timeless charm”, as the historic farmhouse has been lovingly-restored and modernised by the current owners throughout to bring it up-to-date with 21st century living, yet still retaining plenty of period features – including exposed beams, and open fireplaces,
If the property wasn’t already impressive enough as it is internally, there are stunning surrounding gardens externally, as well as off-road driveway parking, and more.
Rushafield Farm House / Credit: On The Move Property Boutique
The property is currently on the market with Hyde-based independent estate agents, On The Move Property Boutique, for £1.2 million.
Emily Sergeant -
19th June 2024 
