THIS four-bed home in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'.

Situated on Redhouse Lane, 'Willow Cottage' is thought to be one of the oldest properties in the area with records dating back to the 1700s.

It is on the market for offers in excess of £595,000. But what do you get for the pricetag?

The kitchen/diner is at the heart of the property, and two living rooms at the rear over looking the garden, whilst at the other end of the property is a downstairs shower room and bedroom plus utility area. This may also work as a granny annex and has its own garden.

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

The first floor houses four bedrooms with an obvious larger master bedroom, as well a family bathroom.

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

In addition to the property itself, there is a detached garage at the end of the plot, currently set up as a home studio which would make an ideal workspace, plus off road parking for two cars.

Wirral Globe: Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history'Property of the week in West Kirby has 'bags of character, charm and lots of history' (Image: Purplebricks)

A Purplebricks spokesperson said the house: "A unique offering to the market is this four/five bedroom detached sandstone cottage in the heart of West Kirby know as 'Willow Cottage' which has to be one of the oldest properties in the area with records dating back to the 1700s.

"It would be a match made in heaven for a potential purchaser who is looking for bags of character, charm and lots of history and wants to stroll in to the Village within a few minutes.

"The layout would perfectly suit family living. Viewing is highly recommend to fully appreciate this unique property.

"Situated within easy walking distance of the centre, there are a range of cafes, bars and restaurants, as well supermarkets, schooling both primary and secondary, transport links both rail and bus as well as Ashton Park, West Kirby Marine Lake and much more making this the perfect family location!"