Detached house for sale in Ajax Drive, Bury BL9

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A Unique Find

In a quiet, desirable residential development near Bury Golf Club and open green spaces, 44 Ajax Drive has been extended and upgraded to combine a peaceful home-working environment with a holiday-home feel that ties in with a serene showpiece garden.

The interior has been finished with high-spec detailing, fixtures, and fittings, and ultra-stylish contemporary décor to create a modern family home served by an energy-efficient smart Hive heating system, including underfloor heating, extended Wi-Fi, and a Ring home security system. Although the house is already a fantastic size, the large garden suggests the potential to expand even further if desired, subject to planning.

Time to Explore

Ajax Drive forms part of a small cluster of residential-only streets in the Sunny Bank area of Unsworth, close to everything Bury has to offer. Number 44 is well set back from the pavement behind a low rendered wall framing a front lawn shaded by a palm tree and a large block-paved driveway, suitable for three cars and with the potential to add security gates. Further parking is in the integral garage ahead.

Stylish chrome outdoor lights complement the dark grey finish of the contemporary front door and window frames, while the rest of the exterior combines lower rendering with red brickwork, hanging tiles and a beautiful bow window for instant kerb appeal.

Stepping through the porch, where you can remove coats and shoes, you’ll arrive in a spacious hallway brightened by the glazed anthracite entrance behind and a chic square ceiling fixture. The textural grey wallpaper runs up the carpeted oak-and-glass stairs ahead, which echoes the oak internal doors and hardwearing flooring underfoot.

To your right, there’s a large downstairs cloakroom with a glossy grey vanity basin unit incorporating the toilet cistern, a chrome heated towel rail, and a full-height built-in cupboard flanked by alcove shelving.

Space for Everyone

A door to the left leads into an impressive living room bathed in light by a bow window with fitted shutters, statement ceiling lights, and modern wall lights. Warm tonal walls and stone-effect tiles tie in the plush, deep pile carpet and designer vertical radiators, while a bold granite surround delineates space for a cinema system. In the corner, a high-end gas fireplace and log store complete the inviting, luxurious ambience.

Oak-and-glass bi-folds pull back to reveal the gymnasium beyond, decorated with neutral tones, practical laminate flooring, stone-effect tiles, and mirrors. A mixture of contemporary lighting and side windows illuminate this generously proportioned workout space, which comes with an in-built storage room.

Glazed sliding doors bring you into the triple-aspect orangery, where dramatic roof lanterns crown a striking mustard spot-lit ceiling to warm the white walls, grey skirtings, side windows, and doorframes. The orangery is heated by an ac unit, gas central heating, and underfloor heating. A run of bi-folds frames the gorgeous Japanese-inspired rear garden, which you can admire throughout the seasons, cooled by the ac unit or warmed by the electric stove.

The Heart of the Home

The high-gloss marbled format floor tiles in the orangery flow through the bi-folds into the dining/living kitchen, which can also be accessed from the hallway. An eight-light square LED brightens a spacious seating area oriented around a wall-mounted TV with oak panelling behind and a snazzy in-built media unit.

On your way to the kitchen area, you’ll pass another designer vertical radiator and a central roof lantern with chrome bubble-crystal pendants beside glazed double doors to the side terrace.

The kitchen has a full range of glossy, handless grey cabinetry and full-height cupboards with toe-kick spots. It features marble splashbacks and tops to match the floor and a huge island bar below a row of copper pendants. Integrated appliances include a black-and-chrome range cooker with a glass-and-chrome extractor hood, a Bosch microwave, a fridge and freezer, and a dishwasher.

Retreat Upstairs

On the landing, the soft grey carpet flows into the three largest bedrooms, while bedroom four is currently used as a home office with a built-in work area, bookshelves, and storage cabinets.

One side of the first floor is dedicated to a fantastic primary suite decorated with silver-toned floral wallpaper to complement the carpet and beautiful cube ceiling lights. Lit by a large window with shutters, the fitted wardrobes, drawers, cupboards, and angled shelves surround a space for a bed facing a corner television.

The master bedroom leads into a fully fitted walk-in dressing room and an incredibly luxurious, fully tiled en suite bathroom boasting a steam room rainfall shower enclosure with an adjoining sauna for the ultimate home spa experience. A freestanding basin, a modern toilet, an LED mirror with a digital clock, and a heated towel rail complete the suite.

Facing the garden, bedroom two benefits from a range of deep-blue wardrobes and fitted furniture, including a dressing table. It also has direct access to the Jack-and-Jill bathroom, shared by bedroom three – a large double with a front bow window with an in-built seat, spot-lit feature wallpaper, fitted wardrobes, and a dressing table. Both bedrooms two and three are equipped with large rgb ceiling housing units with remote control.

Heading into the spot-lit bathroom, you’ll discover a hydro-massage shower cabin with a jacuzzi bath, backdropped by spa-quality wall tiles and laminate flooring. You’ll also find a vanity basin unit with an LED mirror above, a flat-panelled heated towel rail, a close-coupled toilet, and access to the loft.

A Tranquil Escape

The incredible high-end finish continues in the extensive rear garden. Step out from the bi-folds in the orangery onto an artificial lawn framed by raised wooden decking, immaculately clipped hedgerows, and mature screening trees. The larger deck to your right has plenty of space for an al fresco dining area lit by outdoor lanterns and runs down to a greenhouse and a paved terrace leading into the garden room and garage.

A charming pond and rockery, dotted with colorful plants, adjoin raised flower beds enclosing a stone terrace at the rear. Steps rise to meet another sizeable wooden deck, screened by an array of established trees, trellises, and bamboo fencing. String bulbs and wisteria festoon a Japanese-style pergola – a pleasantly shaded spot where you can sit and contemplate in peace or cook on the barbeque.

The low-maintenance garden features timer lighting and a pond containing 10 mixed koi and goldfish

Out & About

Unsworth is a village in Greater Manchester, located just seven miles north of Manchester and four miles south of Bury – a historic mill town on the River Irwell boasting a famous 600-year-old open-air market.

The town combines a range of modern amenities, such as supermarkets, shopping centers, and eateries, with cultural and ancient landmarks, brought to life in its local museums and the heritage East Lancashire Railway, which runs from the town to Heywood, Ramsbottom, and Rawtenstall.

You’re within walking distance of the Metrolink and a Total Fitness Gymnasium, and just a short journey from the Bus Interchange. Additionally, the M66 is about five minutes away, providing easy access to the M60 around Manchester City Centre (approximately 30 minutes). From there, you can catch rail services to London Euston in around two hours.

Alternatively, Bolton is just 20 minutes down the road, or hop on one of the numerous bus routes or nearby tram stops for an easy commute to Bury and Manchester.

Closer to home, you’ll find a parade of shops along Sunny Bank Road, including bakeries, takeaways, pubs and eateries, a convenience store, and a service station. Behind Ajax Drive, an 18-hole semi-moorland course and a beautiful Georgian clubhouse await at Bury Golf Club. A five-minute drive will also take you to Springwater Park and Hollins Vale – a nature reserve promising lovely walks and wildlife spotting.

In addition, Sunny Bank Primary School is just around the corner, while Unsworth Academy is minutes away (both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted). You’re also near the bus route for Bury Grammar School – a 10-minute drive, along with Holy Cross College.

Slightly further afield, the Peak District National Park and the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offer the ultimate escape, while the beautiful coastline and seaside fun at Blackpool is reachable in around an hour.

EPC Rating: C

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