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The Barn, Whitehalgh Lane, Langho, BB6 8ET A substantial characterful detached barn conversion very conveniently located in a popular and accessible residential area within commuting distance of both Blackburn, Clitheroe, Whalley, the A59 and motorway network. Lying in mature well stocked and maintained gardens this multi-flexible residence offers spacious internal accommodation with the flexibility of utilising part of the internal accommodation as an independent granny/dependent relative/teenagers living accommodation if required. Constructed of natural stone with pitched slate roof supported on timber with original timber trussed ceilings, sealed unit timber double glazing and gas fired central heating. 2
The accommodation comprises: ENTRANCE HALL With maple floor, sealed unit double glazed side window, double panel central heating radiator, low voltage spotlighting to ceiling, panic button by front door connected to police station CLOAKROOM With timber effect boarded floor, Natural white porcelain wash hand basin set on an oak plinth with cupboards, Vitra low level w.c, cloaks cupboard, extractor fan, low voltage spotlighting to ceiling DINING ROOM 25 2 x 11 5 (7.67m x 3.47m) with single glazed timber door leading from entrance porch, two sealed unit double glazed timber windows to front elevation, one sealed unit double glazed timber window to gable elevation, open fireplace with traditional brass canopy, surround from George Formby s house, slate hearth and dog grate, maple strip floor, two double panel central heating radiators, feature beamed ceiling KITCHEN 16 4 x 14 1 (4.99m x 4.29m) with fitted gas fired double four door Aga in recessed tile surround with timber and stone mantel, separate gas hob, range of fitted quality base and wall units with complementary work surfaces and tiled splashbacks, decorative terracotta biscuit tiled floor, beamed ceiling and low voltage spotlighting, sealed unit double glazed stable doors to rear elevation, twin sealed unit double glazed hardwood windows to gable elevation, plumbed and drained for dishwasher, single drainer pot sink unit with waste disposal, filtered water tap 3
SNUG 16 1 x 14 1 (4.90m x 2.98m) with sealed unit double glazed Georgian French doors with sealed unit double glazed side windows, double panel central heating radiator, low voltage spotlighting to ceiling, TV aerial point OFFICE/STUDY 15 11 x 9 11 (4.86m x 3.01m) with floor to ceiling cupboards, sealed unit hardwood double glazed window to rear elevation, double panel central heating radiator INNER HALLWAY LEADING TO: BEDROOM FOUR With sealed unit hardwood double-glazed window to rear elevation and double panel central heating radiator SITTING ROOM / PLAY ROOM 16 11 x 10 9 (5.15m x 3.28m) Sealed unit Georgian double-glazed timber windows to both front and rear elevations, French door to garden, two double panel central heating radiators, open timber beamed vaulted ceiling with tongue and grooved boarding and spiral staircase leading to first floor. Sealed unit double-glazed timber window to rear elevation SHOWER ROOM With three-piece suite comprising body shower with side jets, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashbacks, low-level WC, chromed radiator towel rail, low-voltage spotlighting to ceiling and extractor fan UTILITY With porcelain Belfast sink with brass mixer tap, fitted work surfaces, tiled splashbacks and decorative terracotta biscuit tiled floor. Worcester high pressure gas-fired wall-mounted boiler supplying central heating and domestic hot water. Sealed unit hardwood double-glazed window to front elevation and Megaflow system pressurised water cylinder FIRST FLOOR PRINCIPAL STAIRCASE With traditional pine return staircase with turned newel posts and spindles LANDING Open galleried landing with double panel central heating radiator and original trussed beamed ceiling PRINCIPAL LIVING ROOM 28 4 x 14 6 (8.64m x 4.43m) with fantastic open plan room with two large double glazed sealed unit timber windows to front elevation and sealed unit timbered double glazed windows to both front and rear elevations. Two double panel central heating radiators. Feature hand-made brick fireplace with pitch pine mantel over and raised slate hearth housing Clear View woodburning stove. Double pitch pine glazed doorways with Georgian side windows leading in from landing. Fitted bookshelving in mahogany to one wall 4
BEDROOM ONE 12 9 x 12 6 (3.88m x 3.80m) with timber laminate floor, sealed unit hardwood double glazed window to rear elevation, double panel central heating radiator, low voltage spotlighting to ceiling and beamed ceiling, panic button connected to police station, TV point, telephone point BEDROOM TWO 12 0 x 10 1 (3.66m x 3.08m) with sealed unit hardwood double glazed window to front elevation, double panel central heating radiator, Heritage wash hand basin on pine vanity unit and built-in pine cupboards BEDROOM THREE 12 6 x 9 9 (3.82m x 2.96m) with doorway giving access to spiral staircase to ground floor, built-in wardrobes, sealed unit hardwood double glazed window to rear elevation and double panel central heating radiator, TV point DRESSING ROOM 12 6 x 7 9 (3.81m x 2.37m) with sealed unit hardwood double glazed window to rear elevation, double panel central heating radiator, full wall fitted wardrobes, dressing area and fitted cupboards and shelving HOUSE BATHROOM With four-piece suite comprising traditional cast-iron bath with chrome mixer tap and shower fitment, Corian surround and decorative painted side panelling and tiling. Pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashbacks, low level w.c, Jacuzzi body shower and steam cabinet with seating, Amtico floor, reproduction Victorian radiator, built-in linen cupboard, low voltage spotlighting and sealed unit hardwood double glazed Georgian window to front elevation ATTIC Accessed from the inner landing there is a drop down hatch with aluminium loft ladder. The entire length of the property is boarded and carpeted with tongue and grooved ceiling boarding with florescent lighting and gable windows. An excellent storage area or could be utilised for additional accommodation subject to the necessary building consents and planning permissions OUTSIDE The property is approached from Whitehalgh Lane onto a tarmacadam driveway with double timbered five barred gates. There are tarmacadam parking areas to front and gable and a large tarmacadam parking area to the rear and the facility to drive right around the property. DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE 18 6 x 16 4 (5.65m x 4.98m) with electrically operated up and over door, fitted shelving, light, power and water installed EXTENSIVE TIMBERED SUMMERHOUSE With light and power installed, side log store Pergola dining area with climbing plants over There are mature lawned gardens to the side and rear of the property with a range of flag walkways with mature floral borders, established fruit trees and fruit bushes within the garden areas, an enclosed vegetable garden with raised beds constructed from reclaimed bricks with pathways, and a greenhouse. Outside electrics at various points and water 5 5
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GENERAL INFORMATION Ribble Valley Borough Council Tax band G Freehold tenure with the benefit of vacant possession upon legal completion Mains electricity, mains water and mains gas Fully maintained alarm system connected to police station with panic buttons Viewing strictly by appointment with the vendor s agents SITUATION & LOCATION From Clitheroe and Whalley proceed along the A59 to Langho roundabout taking the A666 towards Blackburn travelling through Langho village to two mini roundabouts taking the second roundabout into Whitehalgh Lane and the entrance to The Barn is the first on the left hand side. From Blackburn travel towards the Ribble Valley on the A666 through Wilpshire and on entering Langho village take the first left at the mini roundabout into Whitehalgh Lane and the entrance to The Barn the first on the left hand side. Langho village itself offers a number of facilities including Spar supermarket and post office, restaurant, junior school, churches and recreational areas. The larger towns and villages of Clitheroe and Whalley offer further facilities including good local shopping, supermarkets, health centres, libraries, banks and further schools including junior, secondary and many private establishments. There are a number of well known golf courses in the area and fishing is available on the Ribble, Hodder and Calder with further sporting facilities including cricket and football nearby. Premiership football is available in Blackburn and Blackpool and Championship football at Burnley and Preston. Homes from Mortimers Fine & Country Suite 39 King Street, Whalley, BB7 9SP Tel: 01254 828922 Fax: 01254 825554 Email: whalley@fineandcountry.com We have not tested the drains, apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings, services or appliances to or in the property and therefore cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Prospective purchasers are advised to clarify the tenure, boundaries, any restrictions or rights of way that may apply and extent of title, through their Solicitors prior to exchange of contracts. These particulars do not form any part of a contract. Mortimers Fine & Country for themselves and for the vendor(s) or lessor(s) of this property give notice that these particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Any intending purchaser must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the condition of the premises and no warranty is given by the vendor(s), their agents or any person in the agents employment. Comments in this description relating to the location, suitability for purpose, aesthetic attributes and proximity to amenities to be regarded as the agents opinion only and not a statement of fact. Room sizes quoted are approximate and given as an indication only. To find out more or arrange a viewing please contact 01254 828922 or visit www.fineandcountry.com 8