HOMEBUYERS are always looking for something different when they are looking to get a new home.

Some want modern features, others fine gardens, but if you are looking to own a little bit of history our Property of the Week could be the one for you.

Yopa are bringing this impressive home on Thorns Road in Astley Bridge to the market with an asking price of offers in excess of £280,000.

This detached Victorian Gatehouse, built and designed in the Gothic style of the day by architect JJ Bradshaw, is a rare chance to own a bit of history.

Eden Lodge benefits from the generous proportions you would expect from a Victorian property and it still retains many of the original features, including the exquisite leaded windows, fireplaces and a charming, private walled garden with a double drive either side of the house.

The property itself has two good sized reception rooms which are both situated off an entrance vestibule.

The lounge has countless beautiful and wonderful features which reflect the age of the property including a cast iron fire surround, picture rails, deep skirting boards and leaded windows.

Meanwhile the dining room has the added benefit of a multi fuel log burner which gives a bit of class.

The charming kitchen has been tastefully fitted with oak units, granite work tops, Belfast sink, integrated appliances and range master cooker.

You also have an additional area which is being used as a utility area and downstairs shower room.

Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms and a fully tiled bathroom to the particularly spacious master bedroom and hall.

Externally, you have the previously mentioned walled garden and double driveway.

The area surrounding this home has excellent bus routes and motorway links with Hall i'th Wood train station only a short drive away.

It remains a little gem of history amongst properties from another era. This really is one not to be missed.

If you would like to find out some more information then check out Yopa and search for Thorns Road.