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This impressive detached family home occupies a prime position on Castlegate, set within a generous plot of approximately 0.2 acres. Beautifully extended and thoughtfully reconfigured by the current owners, the property now offers extensive and significant accommodation of around 3,835 sq ft arranged over three floors. Finished to a high standard throughout, the house provides flexible and versatile living spaces perfectly suited to modern family life, with the potential to create self contained accommodation for a dependant relative or older child. At the heart of the home is an exceptional collection of reception spaces that feel both luxurious and welcoming. Designed with modern living in mind, the emphasis is firmly on light, space and seamless indoor outdoor flow. A series of carefully curated terraces, composite decking and stone patios wrap around the property, allowing the living spaces to spill effortlessly into the gardens and creating idyllic settings for entertaining, relaxing and enjoying sunshine throughout the day, all in complete privacy. The welcoming entrance hall sets the tone, featuring fitted cloaks storage, oak doors and an elegant oak balustrade rising via a striking staircase to a large galleried landing. From here, the accommodation unfolds beautifully. The principal living and dining room extends to over 22 feet, flooded with natural light from Velux windows and enhanced by a feature stove. Bifold doors open directly onto the rear terrace, while additional bifold doors lead from the dining area to a stone patio a perfect arrangement for both everyday family life and larger gatherings. The contemporary breakfast kitchen is both stylish and highly functional, finished in a refined combination of gloss and wood cabinetry with Karndean flooring underfoot. Siemens appliances include twin ovens, steam oven, coffee machine and wine cooler, creating a space that blends design with practicality. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a utility room, while the converted garage now provides a well appointed ground floor bedroom with en suite shower room, ideal for guests or extended family. A further reception room to the front of the house currently used as a home office offers excellent flexibility, alongside a guest WC. The principal suite is a standout feature, occupying its own wing of the first floor and delivering an experience akin to a boutique hotel. Spacious and elegant, it enjoys elevated rear garden views, a superb walk in wardrobe and a luxurious en suite bathroom with floor to ceiling tiling, modern sanitary ware and indulgent finishes. Two further generous double bedrooms on this level, both with fitted storage and high quality flooring, are served by a contemporary family bathroom with separate bath and shower. The top floor provides two additional double bedrooms, one with en suite shower facilities and both offering excellent eaves storage, making this level ideal for teenagers, guests or flexible family use. The gardens are a defining feature of the property. The front garden is laid mainly to lawn and framed by mature hedging, with a generous driveway providing ample off road parking. To the rear, the gardens envelop the house, beautifully landscaped with mature trees, deep borders, shrubs and striking stone features. Multiple seating areas and terraces are perfectly positioned to follow the sun throughout the day, making outdoor living an integral and highly enjoyable part of the home. This is family living on a grand scale, where every room is spacious, every need has been considered and versatility is paramount. Combining exceptional living spaces, six generous bedrooms, remarkable gardens and a prime village location just 0.3 miles from Prestbury’s amenities, this outstanding home represents a rare opportunity and should be considered among the very finest properties in the area. View payable Stamp Duty for this property