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14 Far Moss RoadBlundelsands | Liverpool | L23 8TQ

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This elegant five-bedroom home, which is set in landscaped gardens with a secure gated carriage driveway and a double garage, is located in the sought-after residential area of Blundlesands.

“Back in 1999,” explains Patrick, “my late wife, Jane, saw the potential in what was then a small 1930s house that had been looked after but left unaltered for 34 years – it even had an old ‘motor car home’ and an Anderson shelter!”

“It was very much Jane’s project,” continues Patrick, “and she wanted to bring light and brightness to the house. The original narrow, dark entrance had the staircase on the left – we turned the staircase carcase round into its current position, removing the bathroom and WC above to create a spacious landing lit by a large new window. The new WC underneath was originally a butler’s pantry. We made the lounge lighter by adding the bay to the rear. The dining room is unchanged; but the kitchen has been greatly enlarged. The conservatory, the library, the study and the morning room were all added by us. The first floor was extended and remodelled to provide a large master bedroom with a dressing room and en-suite facilities, an en-suite guest room, two further bedrooms and a shower room. We also added the porch and the double garage, finally moving into the house on completion of the building work in 2001. Then we had all the decorating and garden landscaping to do!”

“Our mantra was to be conscious of what the house demanded, not necessarily the cheaper option. We restored the original Colombian pine parquet floors in the lounge and the dining room. We also endeavoured to ensure continuity of design: the new skirting matches the door casings; the ash balustrade on the staircase matches the oak radiator covers and pillars of the porch – all were made by a local skilled craftsman. The coving and the ceiling roses were installed by the long-established company that did St George’s Hall in Liverpool.”

“The only major changes since have been the conversion in 2009/10 of the loft to provide a cinema room, additional bedroom and bathroom,” adds Patrick, “and the updating of the kitchen, to make better use of the space and add more light by creating a double doorway to the garden. More recently, an area of decking was replaced by the stone-built orangery – the adjoining patio was re-laid with Indian stone at the same time.”

“I shall be moving with happy memories of the efforts we made to fulfil Jane’s ambitions for the house,” concludes Patrick. “It’s been a wonderful social house – it lends itself to that – we’ve had friends to stay for the Aintree Grand National and we had a huge party with 120 guests for Jane’s 50th birthday. The house is also in a great position, within 5 minutes’ walk of the railway station, and within easy reach of local shops, the beach, the city, the countryside, a bevy of good schools and a wide choice of golf courses!”

14 Far Moss Road

* These comments are the personal views of the current owners 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.


Set within the highly sought after area of Blundellsands, this magnificent triple fronted detached residence has to be viewed in order to appreciate the sheer size and finish of the property. The house is available with the benefit of no ongoing chain.

The house is approached through electric gates and stands in around a third of an acre of delightful landscaped grounds which include a block paved carriage driveway, lawns, patio areas, a summerhouse and a garage.

Inside, the accommodation briefly comprises a light and airy entrance hall, three extensive reception rooms, a study, library, conservatory and orangery with doors leading out to the gardens as well as a fitted dining kitchen and a downstairs cloakroom.

Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms, the master bedroom having a dressing room and an en suite shower room. The guest bedroom has an en suite shower room, and to complete the first floor, there is a family shower room.

Moving up to the second floor, there is a lounge and cinema room, a bedroom and en suite bathroom.

Ground Floor

Open PorchHaving portico roof with tiled floor and oak pillars.

Reception HallWith frosted stained glass lead light window, radiator with decorative oak wood covering, security alarm system, telephone entry system, Amtico flooring, decorative ceiling and feature solid ash wood staircase to all floors.

CloakroomWith low level WC, vanity basin with base storage and monobloc tap, tiled floor, tiled walls, wall mirror with LED lighting, heated ladder towel rail and access to understairs storage.

Inner HallWith radiator with oak wood decorative cover and fitted wardrobes.

Living RoomEntered via glazed double doors, with Columbian pine wood block flooring, two radiators with oak wood decorative covers, Georgian style double glazed window to front, feature contemporary fireplace with inset lighting, marble hearth and contemporary living flame gas fire, wall lights, bay to rear with double glazed French door and double glazed side windows overlooking rear garden.

Dining RoomEntered via double glazed doors, with original Columbian pine wood block flooring, feature timber fireplace with marble inset and hearth, electric fire, decorative ceiling, radiator with oak wood decorative cover, Georgian style double glazed windows to front.

KitchenFitted with an extensive range of luxury wall and base units with granite work surfaces and splash backs, inset fridge/freezer, inset Zanussi coffee maker, inset Neff double oven and Neff microwave and five ring gas hob, integrated Neff dishwasher, one and a half bowl under slung stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Georgian style double glazed window to rear, Karndean flooring, display cabinet, two sets of Georgian style French doors to rear garden and conservatory, central island with granite work surfaces and base storage. Wine cooler and breakfast bar, feature radiator, recess lighting and access to built-in cupboard with plumbing for washing machine, fitted wall cupboards, fitted shelving and recess lighting.

ConservatoryPart brick and double glazed with self cleaning glass, ceramic tiled flooring, wall lights, two radiators, French doors to rear garden.

Family Room/SnugLeading off from the kitchen with wall lights, radiator with oak wood decorative cover, decorative ceiling rose, double glazed French doors to orangery.

StudyHaving been fitted with solid oak wood curved desk, solid oak wood display cabinets with inset lighting, fitted shelving and base units, wall lights, timber fireplace with marble inset and hearth, electric coal effect fire, radiator with oak wood decorative cover, Georgian style double glazed window to front, telephone entry system.

LibraryTimber fireplace with marble inset and hearth, Georgian style double glazed windows to front, radiator with oak wood decorative cover.


OrangeryWith double glazed windows glazed roof, French doors to rear garden, recess lighting, slate style tiled floor, under floor heating.

First Floor

LandingSpacious landing having radiator with oak wood decorative cover, feature double glazed window with views over rear garden and towards farmland, under stairs storage, two decorative ceiling roses.

Master BedroomFront facing double bedroom with double glazed Georgian window to front, feature radiator, wall lights and access to:

Dressing RoomWith velux double glazed window, radiator, recess lighting, mirror with LED lighting over dressing table, access to further storage room with fitted cupboards and chest of draws and leading on to:

Master En SuiteEn suite shower room with low level WC, contemporary washbasin with vanity unit, Georgian style double glazed frosted window, tiled walls with mosaic tiled inset, porcelain tiled floor, mirror with LED lighting, walk-in double shower with mains shower fitting, heated ladder towel rail.

Bedroom TwoGeorgian style double glazed window with views over rear garden towards farmland, horizontal feature radiator.

Bedroom Two En SuiteLuxury suite comprising free standing bath, low level WC, contemporary basin with mono bloc tap, two heated ladder towel rails, shaver socket, walk-in double shower, fitted cabinet with LED lighting and velux double glazed window.

Bedroom ThreeDouble glazed Georgian style windows to front, radiator.

Bedroom FourWith double glazed Georgian style window to rear, radiator.

Family Shower RoomWith low level WC, walk-in double shower with Aqualisa shower fitting, heated ladder towel rail, Georgian style double glazed frosted window, wall mirror with fitted LED lighting, free standing bathroom cabinet.

Second Floor

LandingWith velux double glazed window and access to built-in storage cupboard.

Lounge/Cinema RoomWith double glazed Georgian style window with views over rear garden and towards farmland, recess lighting and under eaves storage. Wired for sound and vision via Bang and Olufsen television and speakers.

En Suite BathroomHaving full sized bath with shower screen, low level WC, velux double glazed window, heated ladder towel rail, tiled walls, porcelain tiled floor, shaver socket, vanity basin with base storage.

Bedroom FiveWith velux double glazed window, recess lighting and radiator.

GarageWith traditional garage door to the front electric roller shutter door to rear, electric points.

OutsideTo the rear there is a tree lined landscaped rear garden laid out with lawns, flower beds, shrubbery areas, summer house, timber shed, Indian stone patio, block paved pathway, water tap, outside electric points, water feature, access to garage and access to front.

To the front there is a tree lined lawned semi circular garden, outside electric sockets, access to garage, block paved carriage driveway approached via electric gates.


Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric 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. Printed 11.03.2015


Fine & Country Liverpool and Formby 51 Allerton Road, Liverpool L18 2DA

Tel 01704 468040


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