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Ashlea | Rock Park Road
Rock Ferry | Wirral | CH42 1PP

Ashlea
Rock Park Road Wirral
This home is situated on the river in a Victorian park setting, affording
stunning views of the park and shorelines that even houses
two sandy beach areas which locals have summer barbecues
on. These magnificent homes rarely come up for sale. This splendid
home is in a conservation area on a private gated road.

This property is located within a conservation area and has access to the Wirral Circular Trail, the park and views to the river. The property as well as being steeped in
historical features and offering a tranquil and peaceful setting, is also well located for access to Liverpool town centre, and transport links to the motorway networks,
train and ferry routes.
The property is situated on the banks of the river and has far reaching views across to Liverpool and of the Park to the opposite side. The Park has a covenant attached
to it restricting its use solely for public access and therefore the views from the house, both front and back can never be spoilt.
Rock Ferry, a subsidiary of Birkenhead, is situated on the banks of the River Mersey, a position which contributed greatly to its rapid development in the second half of
the 19th Century.

Entrance Hallway:
What an impressive entrance hallway.
Beautiful pattern tiled flooring, in keeping
with the age and type of its era. The hallway
offers access through to the main hallway,
laundry room, basement and kitchen.
Basement:
The basement is an amazing space and
again has lots of historical presence with
remnants of the original coal delivery
store and wine rack area. Some other
residents on the park have converted the
basements into an apartment.
Laundry Room:
This has access to the garage and also
houses the central heating boiler.
The Main Hallway:
The main hallway has the stairs to the first
floor, coving to the ceiling and stripped
wood flooring.
Drawing Room: 21.6 X 15.3
3 Sash windows set into a Bay overlooking the River. Beautiful marble fireplace surround, stained wooden
flooring, decorative coving and ceiling rose.
Dining Room: 20.2 X 15.3
Two Sash windows to the rear of the property, which also has the original working wooden shutters. The
room is enhanced by stained original pine wooden flooring, picture rail surround, decorative metal fireplace
which dates to the 1840’s when the property was built. This room has ornate coving to the ceiling and a
decorative ceiling rose.

First Floor
Bathroom: Single glazed window to the front.
There is a 2-piece suite to include a bath,
painted porcelain corner circular sink unit
with wooden vanity, Minton tiled elevations
and tiled cushion flooring. There is an airing
cupboard housing the water tank.
Separate WC- There is a separate wc, corner
sink unit and tiled cushion flooring.
Kitchen: 15.9 X 11.3
Sash window to the front of the property. The kitchen comprises of a range of fitted wall and
base units with complimentary work surfaces and splash back tiling. The kitchen incorporates a
single sink inset with mixer tap over, gas hob and an integrated double gas oven. The kitchen is
complimented by slate effect non slip cushioned flooring.
Wet Room:
Tiled flooring and elevations. Heritage suite to include a pedestal wash basin and WC and a Mira
shower.
Rear Porch:
Wooden flooring and access to the garden.

Bedroom 15.9 x 13.8 – Sash window to the
front of the property overlooking the park, coving
to the ceiling, ceiling rose and one radiator.
Bedroom 15.0 x 13.8 – Sash window to the
side, access to the storage cupboard, coving
to the ceiling and ceiling rose, one radiator.
Bedroom 17.5 x 15.2 – Sash window overlooking
the river, ceiling rose and coving to
the ceiling
Bedroom 17.3 x 15.6 – Two sash windows overlooking the river, coving to ceiling, storage cupboard and two radiators.
Third floor
Bedroom 14.7 x 14.4 - Sash window to the front and side of the property.
Bedroom: Three sash windows to the rear of the property and to the side, storage cupboard.

Outside
The property is situated along a private gated road. There is
access to the driveway from the front offering ample parking
and leading to the garage. Views of the park can be appreciated
to the front.
To the rear is a beautiful garden with flowers, shrubs and fruit
trees to compliment. At the foot of the garden you will find a
raised decked area where the views from the water’s edge
and Liverpool can be fully appreciated and en-joyed.
Seller’s Thoughts ….
Built in the 1800’s, the current owner has carefully
considered and spent a great deal of time restoring
this home to its former glory.
Set upon the banks of the River Mersey, it truly is a
spectacular spot. "I was seeking a home that was a
Victorian property based on a river front, with access
to North wales and within a 30 minute drive
of the two airports Liverpool and Manchester which
I can only describe as I’ll know it when I see it", and
upon walking into the hallway of this property, it
was a done deal!" This sentiment can be truly appreciated
when viewing this beautiful home.
"The vendor of this home says it is peaceful and
tranquil like a hidden away Oasis and It has a magic
and feel all of its own. Its historical presence and
tranquil setting, accompanied by views looking out
to the River Mersey, reflect the great importance
that Rock Ferry once had".
"The rooms are elegant, light and airy, another
great feature that made this purchase so right for
me. Although secluded and tranquil, I feel safe and
secure here".
"I purchased this property from a barrister, the father
of whom was an architect. He designed the
decking at the bottom of the garden, it is the only
house with a raised decked area, enjoying the stunning
views beyond. The garage to the side of the
property has a glass roof, another feature designed
by the previous owner’s father, for him to use as his
studio".
"The kitchen, you will notice, has the sink situated
in the centre island, looking out towards the sea.
The previous owner had this as a design feature so
he could view his yacht while washing the dishes!
An interesting point which again brings the history
of this home to life".

Rock Ferry is an area of Birkenhead on the Wirral Peninsula. At the 2011 Census, the population of Rock Ferry was 14,298. From the 1560s onwards Derby House, an occasional seat of the Minshull family, covered
most of the grounds covered by present-day Rock Ferry. Thomas Oakshott, Mayor of Liverpool, lived there in the 19th century. The house, located on Rock Lane West close to the New Chester Road, was demolished in
the early 20th century. There are references to a ferry as early as 1357. It was reputed to have been used by William IV as Duke of Clarence, hence the use of the term "Royal" for establishments such as the Royal Rock
Hotel (established in the early 19th century) and the Royal Rock Beagles, set up in 1845. In 1836 the Royal Rock Hotel was extended and a bath house was built. Between then and 1870, the area received an influx of luxurious
housing, the villas of Rock Park and many other large houses around the Old Chester Road making Rock Ferry one of the most desirable addresses in the North West. In the later part of the 19th century, Rock
Ferry expanded due to the need to house the increasing population of workers, especially at Birkenhead's Cammell Laird shipyard. In 1910, the Olympian Gardens were opened adjacent to the Royal Rock Hotel. These
pleasure gardens were considered a great attraction and customers travelled from the whole of Wirral and, using the nearby ferry terminal, from Liverpool. The gardens hosted classical piano concerts and also slapstick
comedy shows, with performers including Arthur Askey and Tommy Handley. At times the gardens held a prestige similar to the more famous Vauxhall Gardens in London. Shows were held in a large tent set amongst the
trees and shrubs of land owned by Charles Boult. The gardens closed in the late 1920s after Mr Boult's death. The decline of local industries in the 1950s took its toll. Many of the splendid buildings were dilapidated and
unrestored. This decline was reflected in the loss of the Royal Rock Hotel, as well as many of the shops in the Old Chester Road and Bedford Road; whereas before Bedford Road had supported a wine merchant, a jeweller,
two tailors, three banks, and two bookshops, most shops stood vacant. Large-scale regeneration work in the 1990s, which involved the demolition or restoration of many such derelict properties, and the building of
new housing, means that the area has improved considerably, although many buildings of considerable character have been lost.

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