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4 bedroom barn conversion for sale

Catforth, Preston PR4
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Barn conversion
4 bed
3 bath
EPC rating: C*
1.40 acre(s)

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Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
Broadband: Super-fast 43Mbps *
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Fantastic detached brick built barn conversion
  • Nestled into a lovely rural Catforth location
  • Plenty of parking and good sized garden
  • Set in 1.4 acres (0.5 ha) or thereabouts
  • Fantastic location ideal for commuters
  • Highly attractive 4 bedroom, 3 reception room family sized home
  • Paddock and previous planning consent for equestrian facilities
  • Good access to the main road and motorway network
This fantastic property is positioned along Roots Lane in a lovely semi-rural location which enjoys the countryside but is a short drive from Broughton, Kirkham and the new motorway junction, making it ideal for those who commute. More locally Roots Café is within walking distance, there are some attractive canal side walks too.
This super property is a detached brick built barn conversion with plenty of parking a the front and gardens to the rear. There is a paddock area and there has been planning permission for equestrian facilities. This property would suit those with agricultural / equestrian interests or those simply wanting to enjoy more space.

There is a primary school in Catforth and senior schools in Kirkham and Broughton to include Kirkham Grammar School.

A low wall encompasses a large parking area at the front and the front door sits within the original double height barn entrance. The front door opens into a spacious double height reception hall with a galleried landing which opens further through to the dining kitchen space at the rear. This is the perfect place to welcome family and friends and also to live in day to day. This beautiful room is overlooked by the galleried landing adding a further impressive feature. There are fantastic exposed beams, there is underfloor heating found with engineered wood flooring over.

The dining kitchen area has a reclaimed wooden beam and exposed bricks which the vendor informs us are from the original farm, along with further exposed beams in the vaulted double height ceiling, giving some fantastic rustic features to this space. There is a range of kitchen units with solid wood work surfaces. Integrated appliances include two electric ovens (one Neff hide and slide), electric hob and power points on a large island. There is also a NEFF integrated dishwasher. There is a brick feature fireplace with a gas fire giving a lovely focal point to the room. Bifold doors open out to a large decked area with a covered pergola, which provides access to a seating area and views across the gardens and grounds. The utility room/boot room has a sink, point for a washing machine and currently houses a pantry.

The ground floor bedroom could be used as a reception room depending on how somebody would need to use the living space. There is also a private external door which means that there is potential for this area along with the playroom / sauna to be altered to create a self-contained annex, subject to gaining any necessary consents.

The lounge has the benefit of an electric fireplace made from a reclaimed wood beam and bricks from the original farm, this gives a cosy focal point to the room. There are windows to two elevations.

The playroom could have a number of other reception uses. There is currently a sauna positioned in this room, which is not included in the sale, though could be purchased by separate negotiation.

The ground floor shower room has ‘jack and jill’ doors to the play room and one into the hallway making this a very practical space.

The study / laundry room has a point for washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a lift within the property which is included in the sale. We understand from our vendors that this is a fully maintained and serviced hydraulic passenger lift from Motion Elevators.

The staircase rises up to a galleried landing with exposed beams and views over the reception hall. The Principal bedroom suite is a lovely room and has the benefit of vaulted ceilings exposed beams and a dormer extension ensuring that it is a bright space with stunning views across the fields, over the canal and up towards Beacon Fell. There is a walk-in dressing room and the lift access is positioned within the principal bedroom suite. The ensuite is a full wet room with toilet, sink, shower and includes underfloor heating.

The second bedroom has a vaulted ceiling with original beams. This super room has a fitted raised bed and ladder with wardrobes bespoke to the room. There is a large Velux window which enjoys views across the fields. The third bedroom also has a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams along with a dormer extension ensuring that there is a character feel yet there are good levels of natural light. The views from this room extend across the fields over the canal and towards Beacon Fell. The family bathroom has a spa style bath, WC, sink and heated towel rail. There is also built in storage in this room.

External Areas : There is a workshop building included in the sale. There is plenty of parking ahead of the house and a driveway to the side. Right of access will be retained to enable access to Three Wheels Barn. There is a track which runs through to an area of hardstanding leading to an area of hardstanding and the land.

There is planning consent under 06/2020/1142 for Change of use of land from agricultural to equestrian and the erection of 2no. stable blocks and sand paddock. For further information please take a look on Preston City Councils website.

Three Wheels Ranch and Three Wheels Barn share electricity and water supply. The vendors are looking to separate these. In the event that this cannot be done, then a sub metre will be provided to Three Wheels Barn, this element can be discussed with the vendors.

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