Taking on a DIY home renovation is not for the faint-hearted, particularly when it involves an older property . From antiquated interiors to outdated electrical and plumbing systems, reviving a period property can be a time-consuming and costly endeavour. However, these potential challenges didn't deter Emma Candlin, 45, and her brother Lee, 39.
The pair from Tottington embarked on the ambitious project of buying and renovating a 1890s lodge house in Haslingden, nestled in the beautiful Lancashire countryside, with the aim of restoring it to its former splendour. Over the past 18 months the siblings, who jointly run a property business, have been meticulously transforming the historic house into what is now a stunning 'forever family home'. They are now hoping to reap the rewards of their hard work by listing it on the market for a whopping £1.
4million. Emma shared her experience with Manchester Evening New s as part of its Where I Live series. The duo have been collaborating on house renovations for their clients for the past six years, but decided they wanted to purchase an old house and undertake a DIY project together with the ultimate goal of selling it.
Emma opened up about her passion for properties with a past, saying: "We grew up in an old property in Tottington, so I've just always been drawn to older, period properties. I just find them more interesting and fascinating, they've always got a story to go with them." She added: "We wanted to buy a house with the inte.