Shell Hill Cottage, Saltcotes Road, Lytham, Lancashire

Listed 15 Jan 2026 · price reduced 15 Jan 2026 · Lytham St Annes
Set in a prime elevated position with magnificent sea views, this substantial four-bedroom family residence offers spacious, versatile living in one of the most desirable seafront locations on the Fylde Coast. Within easy reach of both Lytham and St Annes town centres, and close to highly regarded local schools, prestigious golf clubs, and a full range of amenities, the home combines timeless elegance with modern convenience and exceptional privacy.
The ground floor opens with a welcoming reception hall and useful cloakroom vestibule, setting the tone for the spacious layout to follow. The principal lounge provides a refined space for relaxing, while the adjacent formal dining room connects seamlessly to a beautifully appointed kitchen via glazed pocket doors. The kitchen itself is a showpiece, featuring bespoke cabinetry, premium appliances, and an open plan design that extends into the breakfast room, which is flooded with natural light from a large sky lantern and bi-folding doors opening onto the garden. From here, double doors lead to a flexible study or orangery—an ideal home office, playroom or quiet retreat. A rear porch, WC and fully equipped utility room add further practicality to this thoughtfully designed ground floor.
Upstairs, the expansive layout continues with a bright and airy landing leading to a sun room with Juliet balcony—perfect for enjoying the panoramic sea views. The Master Suite includes a generous master bedroom, private en-suite bathroom, and a large dressing room, which could also serve as a fourth bedroom. A second double bedroom benefits from its own stylish en-suite.
The second floor reveals a further spacious double bedroom with fitted storage, and its own en-suite shower room, making it ideal for guests or older children seeking their own floor.
Externally, the property sits on a generous plot with a beautifully landscaped front garden, a large driveway with access to the tandem double garage, and gated access to the rear. The rear garden is a private oasis: beautifully landscaped for privacy and year-round enjoyment, with an expansive raised terrace, manicured lawn, mature planting, and a stunning summer house—perfect for relaxing or entertaining in style.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a meticulously maintained and beautifully appointed family home, with a flexible and well-considered layout that offers everything from elegant entertaining spaces to cosy private retreats, all set against the backdrop of breath-taking coastal views.
Reception Hall Solid wood external door to the front with surrounding double glazed leaded windows. Wood flooring, radiator with decorative flooring, coving, ceiling light and carpeted turned staircase to the to the first floor. Useful vestibule/cloakroom with window to the front. Doors leading to the following rooms:
Formal Lounge 17'6" x 13'11" (5.33m x 4.24m) UPVC double glazed bay window to the front. Radiators, carpeted flooring, period mouldings to ceiling and ceiling light, wall lights, TV aerial point and feature composite stone fireplace with large inset Global gas fire.
WC 6'5" x 2'10" (1.96m x 0.86m) Two piece white suite, comprising: pedestal wash hand basin and chrome mixer tap; and WC with dual push button flush. Wood flooring, tiled walls, spot lighting and useful under stairs storage cupboard.
Formal Dining Room 22'3" x 14'3" (6.78m x 4.34m) UPVC double glazed bay window to the front and windows to the side. Ceiling light, wood flooring, radiator, period moulding to ceiling with ceiling light and feature stone fireplace with inset gas fire. Glazed pocket doors leading to kitchen.
Kitchen 16'10" x 11'11" (5.13m x 3.63m) UPVC double glazed windows to the side. Bespoke kitchen, with marble effect composite work surfaces and upstands, under mount 1 ½ bowl stainless steel sink and drainer. Integrated appliances include: Neff induction hob with pop up extractor fan, twin Neff ovens/grills with warming drawer, space for large American style fridge freezer, pop up sockets, and two dishwashers. Space for hidden appliances. Wood flooring, spot lighting, vertical radiator, glass splashback panel and TV aerial point. Open plan to Breakfast Room and further opening to:
Rear Porch 7'10" x 2'11" (2.39m x 0.89m) UPVC double glazed external door to the side. Spot lighting, useful pantry storage cupboard. Door to:
Utility 10'1" x 8'1" (3.07m x 2.46m) Range of fitted units with laminate work surfaces and inset 1 ½ bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with chrome mixer tap. Radiator, spot lighting, Karndean flooring, hidden bin, and space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Cupboard housing Vaillant boiler and hot water cylinder.
Breakfast Room 15'3" x 10'11" (4.65m x 3.33m) Open plan from kitchen. Large sky lantern and double glazed bi-folding doors to the rear offer seamless flow out to the garden. Radiator, wood flooring and spot lighting. Double doors to:
Study/Orangery 23'11" x 11'1" (7.29m x 3.38m) UPVC double glazed picture window to the rear and window to the side. Versatile space. Contemporary electric fire, radiator with decorative cover, spot lighting, carpeted flooring and TV aerial point.
First Floor Landing Feature double glazed leaded stained glass window to the rear. Aforementioned turned staircase from the ground floor. Further staircase leading to the second floor. Coving and ceiling light. Doors leading to first floor rooms, with leaded French doors to:
Sun Room 11'7" x 11'7" (3.53m x 3.53m) UPVC French doors and windows to the front with Juliet balcony, making the most of the stunning picturesque and far-reaching sea views. Built-in bespoke handmade storage units by John Morris (Ribchester) with space for hidden appliances. TV aerial point, carpet flooring, ceiling light and radiators.
Bedroom Two 17'0" x 11'1" (5.18m x 3.38m) UPVC double glazed bay window to the front. Ceiling light, TV aerial point, carpeted flooring and coving. Door to:
En-Suite 1 14'2" x 5'11" (4.32m x 1.80m) UPVC double glazed obscure window to the rear. Four piece white suite comprising: claw foot bath with central chrome mixer tap; corner large shower enclosure with glass sliding doors, wall mounted chrome controls and overhead rain shower; vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and chrome mixer tap; and WC with dual button flush. Radiator, part tiled walls, laminate flooring, spot lighting, radiator, extractor fan and fitted storage cupboards.
En-Suite 2 UPVC double glazed obscure window to the rear. Four piece white suite comprising: bath set in tiled surround with hidden bath filler and handheld shower attachment; step-in shower enclosure with wall mounted chrome controls, handheld shower attachment on riser rail and overhead rain shower; pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap; and WC with dual push button flush. Tiled flooring, part tiled walls, wall mounted mirrored vanity cabinet with light, white ladder style towel radiator, coving and spot lighting.
En-Suite 3 7'5" x 6'11" (2.26m x 2.11m) Three piece white suite comprising: step-in shower enclosure with glass screen door, wall mounted chrome controls and handheld shower attachment on riser rail; pedestal wash hand basin and chrome mixer tap; and WC with dual push button flush. Vinyl tiled flooring, tiled splash backs, extractor fan, ceiling light and chrome ladder style towel radiator.
Master Suite Hallway Access to versatile Master Suite comprising bedroom, bathroom and dressing room. Coving, ceiling light, radiator and carpet. Large storage room/walk-in closet with obscure window to the side.
Master Bedroom 17'9" x 13'6" (5.41m x 4.11m) UPVC double glazed bay window to the front and further window to the side, benefitting again from those fantastic views. Coving, ceiling light, wall lights, carpeted flooring, TV aerial point and radiator.
Dressing Room/Possible Bedroom Four 20'1" x 10'1" (6.12m x 3.07m) UPVC double glazed windows to the rear and side. Radiators, carpeted flooring, extensive range of fitted wardrobes and drawers, coving and ceiling lights.
Second Floor Landing UPVC double glazed window to the rear. Door to:
Bedroom Three 17'0" x 14'1" (5.18m x 4.29m) plus Dressing Area 12'0" x 7'2" (3.66m x 2.18m) UPVC double glazed window to the rear and Rotux skylight window to side with impressive views and integral blind. Range of fitted wardrobes, eaves access, shelving and cupboards. Carpeted flooring, ceiling lights, spot lighting and radiators. Door to:
External To the front, the property is approached via a block paved driveway, providing off road parking for multiple cars, with gates leading to the rear, giving access to the garage. Slate stone steps lead up to the front door, with matching stone patio area, large well manicured lawn and bordering plants trees and shrubs.
To the rear, large raised decked terrace with steps leading down to beautifully landscaped lawned gardens with paved paths, patio areas and a raised paved terrace. The garden benefits from a wide variety of mature trees, shrubs and plants with raised flower beds. Fantastic summer house with power and lighting, and large timber shed. Outside power, lighting and water taps.
Tandem Double Garage Obscure windows to the side. Power, fitted storage cupboards, strip lighting and space for appliances.
Additional Information Tenure – Leasehold for remainder of 999 year lease
Council Tax Band – G
Zone controlled heating
Vaillant boiler installed 2017
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Median sold prices in FY8 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £260k · flat £148k · detached £360k · terraced £220k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Clement Court, 285, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1AY | Flat Leasehold | 10 Jul 2026 | £325,000 |
| Flat 10, Ribble Point, 255, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1AZ | Flat Leasehold | 24 Jun 2026 | £535,000 |
| 2 Clement Court, 289, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1AY | Flat Leasehold | 22 May 2026 | £295,000 |
| Flat 2, Edwardian Court, 203, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1EQ | Flat Leasehold | 1 May 2026 | £290,000 |
| Flat 8, Grannys Bay, 265 - 267, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1AZ | Flat Leasehold | 30 Apr 2026 | £485,000 |
| Flat 3, 161, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1DW | Flat Leasehold | 27 May 2025 | £197,500 |
| Flat 6, The Cove, 275, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1AY | Flat Leasehold | 14 Feb 2025 | £594,000 |
| Flat 11, Grannys Bay, 265 - 267, Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1AZ | Flat Leasehold | 5 Dec 2024 | £400,000 |
| 199 Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1DW | Detached Leasehold | 20 Sept 2024 | £1,100,000 |
| 211 Inner Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1EA | Detached Leasehold | 25 Jul 2024 | £773,950 |
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Listed by Lytham Estate Agents, Lytham on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 15 Jan 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 15/01/2026.
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