The grand entrances to these properties have the wow factor

Great British Life: Leyfield houseLeyfield house (Image: not Archant)

Leyfield House, Kirkby Lonsdale

Impressive and beautifully presented, this is a detached gentleman’s residence dating back to 1860 in a sought-after market town. A blend of contemporary and character with entrance hall, drawing and dining rooms and a family friendly snug, living kitchen with utility/laundry and boot room. Lower ground floor provides a suite of ancillary rooms including wine cellar, playroom and gym. Five en-suite bedrooms. Delightful established gardens with views of Ingleborough, double garage and good parking.

Price: £1,150,000

Contact: Davis & Bowring, Kirkby Lonsdale, 015242 74445, www.davis-bowring.co.uk

Great British Life: Knowsley ManorKnowsley Manor (Image: not Archant)

Knowsley Manor, Bolton

Knowsley Manor has all the hallmarks of an astounding family home, designed around a traditional Georgian style manor house incorporating sliding sash windows and stone detailing. Its extensive accommodation is in excess of 14,000 square feet and is warmed by underfloor heating. The property has recently had a professionally designed interior transformation and includes a newly fitted, bespoke and breathtaking Martin Moore kitchen, purpose built cinema room and stunning lower ground floor indoor pool, gymnasium, games room and leisure area.

Price: £4,000,000

Contact: Fine & Country East Lancs, 01706 826754, www.fineandcountry.com

Great British Life: Mount PleasantMount Pleasant (Image: not Archant)

Mount Pleasant, Bolton-le-Sands, Near Lancaster

This is an absolutely incredible five bedroom family home that has been completely refurbished to the highest of standards, including an eco-friendly heating system. The fine historic and period features of this Grade II Listed farmhouse have been enhanced to create a striking detached home in a unique package that includes 13 acres comprising woodland, grazing land, two stables, vineyard and gardens. This is in addition to a detached barn that has been fully developed to provide an incredible games room with separate purpose built cinema room, three car garage, wine production facility and plentiful storage shippons.

Guide price: £1,150,000

Contact: Fine & Country Lakes and North Lancs Tel: 01524 380560, www.fineandcountry.com

Great British Life: Woodland GrangeWoodland Grange (Image: not Archant)

Woodland Grange, Hoghton

Built in 1887 by E Crook, a Blackburn coal merchant, this late Victorian house is a gentleman’s residence of considerable charm and character. Constructed of quality materials with beautiful dressed stone elevations, the spacious interior includes: impressive entrance hall, lounge, dining room, family room, conservatory and dining kitchen. There are five bedrooms - one with en-suite, box room, shower room and a large four room attic. Set in gardens extending to approximately two acres.

Price: £898,000

Contact: Fine & Country Whalley 01254 828922, www.fineandcountry.com

Great British Life: Runshaw HouseRunshaw House (Image: not Archant)

Runshaw House, Euxton

Dating back in parts to 1640, this impressive property displays classical elegance throughout and is set in eight acres of grounds with equestrian facilities including eight stables, grazing and sand paddocks, tack and feed rooms plus two storage barns. In addition to the distinguished hallway, the accommodation extends to five reception rooms, a master bedroom with en suite and dressing room, and three further double bedrooms with en suite facilities.

Price: On application

Contact: Maria B Evans Estate Agents, 01704 892001, www.mariabevans.co.uk