Cop Lane, Penwortham

Step into a piece of local history with this delightful two-bedroom terraced cottage, built circa 1819, offering character, charm, and an exciting opportunity for modernisation. Located in the highly desirable Higher Penwortham area, this home is ideally positioned within walking distance of Hurst Grange Park, excellent local schools, supermarkets, boutique shops, cafés, and other everyday amenities. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this unique property presents the perfect canvas to create a home tailored to your personal style.

To the front of the property, a double-width driveway provides convenient off-road parking – a rare and valuable feature in this type of property. The traditionalfaçade hints at the home's historical roots, and the overall setting enjoys a peaceful, established residential feel, with a welcoming community on your doorstep. 

You are welcomed into the home through a useful entrance porch and into the hallway, which provides access to the main living areas and stairs leading to the first floor. The living room is bright and spacious, featuring a front-facing window that allows natural light to pour in, creating an inviting atmosphere. The feature fireplace acts as a beautiful focal point, adding charm and warmth to the space — a perfect room to relax and unwind.

To the rear, you'll find a generous kitchen/dining area, offering fantastic potential to create a bespoke kitchen tailored to your taste. Whether you're dreaming of a rustic country kitchen or something sleek and modern, this space provides the ideal footprint for renovation. A door from the kitchen leads out to the private courtyard garden, extending your living space outdoors and making it ideal for summer dining or low-maintenance gardening.

Upstairs, the landing provides access to two bedrooms and the bathroom.The primary bedroom is a spacious double, offering ample room for wardrobes and additional furnishings. The second bedroom is a well-sized single, perfect for use as a child’s bedroom, home office, or guest room. The modern shower room includes a step-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, and low-level WC – clean, functional, and ready for personal touches.

To the rear of the property is a lovely, sunny courtyard garden, ideal for enjoying your morning coffee, al fresco dining, or simply relaxing in a quiet outdoor retreat. Low-maintenance and private, it offers just enough outdoor space without the upkeep of a large garden.

Higher Penwortham is one of the area's most sought-after residential locations, known for its mix of green spaces, excellent local amenities, and easy access to Preston city centre and the motorway network. Hurst Grange Park, just a short stroll away, offers beautiful walks, open green spaces, and recreational facilities, while excellent schools and public transport links make this an ideal setting for a wide range of buyers.

Auctioneeers Comments

Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'.

This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent. The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website.

Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively.

The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.

In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Our verification process is in place to ensure that AML procedure are carried out in accordance with the law.

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a ‘Starting Bid’ or ‘Guide Price’ and is accompanied by a ‘Reserve Price’. The ‘Reserve Price’ is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the ‘Guide Price’ / ‘Starting Bid’.

These prices are subject to change.

An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction.

A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers’ obligations and sellers’ commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase. Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price of the property. The deposit will be a contribution to the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 6,000 inc VAT) is also required to be paid upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price and consideration should be made by the purchaser in relation to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may believe necessary or beneficial to the customer to pass their details to third party service suppliers, from which a referral fee may be obtained. There is no requirement or indeed obligation to use these recommended suppliers or services.