Lower Simpson Fold Farm, Higher Wheelton PR6 8HL

Lower Simpson Fold Farm, Higher Wheelton PR6 8HL

Lower Simpson Fold Farm Off Blackburn Road Higher Wheelton Nr Chorley Lancashire PR6 8HL A detached spacious country property of character stone build with modern internal layout and fixtures whilst retaining many character features. Lower Simpson Fold Farm is situated in a most attractive rural setting with open rolling countryside valley views yet convenient setting with excellent access to all the main motorway links including M61 & M65 There are circa 32 acres adjoining available by separate negotiation which would make an excellent equine property subject to consent Asking Price 1,500,000

Lower Simpson Fold is thought to date back to the 1600 s formerly a working farm but over the years the property has been completely removed and gardens professionally landscaped as well as a new three car garage with integral access. There are solar panels fitted to the garage roof which feeds electricity to the dwelling and is also sold back to the Grid generating reasonable income. The property is set within about 4 acres (1.62 Ha) of gardens and grounds Located along a private track in an elevated position with open valley views in this popular location with excellent access to the M61 (Junction 8) and M65 (Junction 3) Manchester 20 miles, Blackburn 12 miles, Bolton 9 miles. Lower Simpson Fold extends to circa 555.5 sq.m (5,980 sq.ft.) gross internal floor areas over two floors (include garage) and affords the following accommodation; (all sizes measured in metres as approximate) GROUND FLOOR Galleried Reception Hall Feature pair of arched Georgian windows, stone flagged floor, leading to; Atrium Glazed windows to two sides and roof, double French doors to rear patio, exposed beam ceiling. Dining Kitchen 16 1 x 11 11 (4.90m x 3.63m) plus 19 6 x 9 7 (5.94m x 2.52m) Bespoke full range fitted kitchen units with polished granite working surfaces, range of built-in appliances including four oven Aga (gas fired) with tiled splashback, dishwasher, coffee maker, deep fat fryer, internal griddle and combination oven/microwave, Belfast sink unit, separate preparation area with circular sink unit with beech worktops and filtered water supply. Breakfast Area with solid pine floor, double French external opening doors to rear patio. Utility Room 10 10 x 7 11 (3.30m x 2.41m) Fitted base and eye level units with granite worktops, single drainer stainless steel sink unit, part tiled walls, stone flagged floor, plumbed for automatic washing machine. Cloaks Room/Rear Porch 10 5 x 6 0 (3.17m x 1.83m) Stone flagged floor, stable door to side gardens. Cold Room 10 5 x 5 3 (3.17m x 1.60m) Stone slab shelf, Belfast sink unit. Sitting Room 21 4 x 10 10 (6.50m x 3.30m) Brick Inglenook fireplace with inset multi-fuel stove, exposed beamed ceiling. Dining Room 16 10 x 16 4 (5.74m x 4.96m) Solid pine floor, feature carved stone fireplace, feature floor to ceiling window Study/Library 14 6 x 12 1 (4.42m x 3.68m) Fully fitted solid cherry wood library book shelving incorporating separate corner desk unit, feature stone fireplace with French wood burning stove.

Lounge 23 10 x 21 5 (7.26m x 6.53m) Double pine entrance doors, small landing area with oak balustrade, wide square bay window, feature stone fireplace with carved column supports, single door to patio area. Cloakroom Two piece suite comprising original corner Victorian sink unit, high level WC, extractor fan, stone flagged floor, heated towel rail, travertine tiled floor and part tile walls. Gym/Games Room 14 11 x 11 2 (4.55m x 3.43m) Spacious exercise room with durable pine floor, TV point. Study 12 2 x 11 2 (3.71m x 3.40m) Dual aspect sash windows, external door to patio area, broadband telephone point. Inner Hallway Stone flagged floor. Sauna Room Six person sauna, dressing area with tiled solid floor, heated towel rail, part tile walls, under floor heating, corner store cupboard with hot water cylinder, wash hand basin, walk-in shower cubicle with side jets. Adjoining Wine Store Complete with shelving. Boiler Room FIRST FLOOR Landing Three radiators, two single sash windows, part oak and part wrought iron balustrade. Bedroom 1 14 7 x 12 1 (4.44m x 3.68m) Double bedroom to front, vaulted exposed beam ceiling, folding loft ladder to boarded loft area with electric light and power. Bedroom 2 15 0 x 12 1 (4.57m x 3.68m) Double bedroom to front, vaulted exposed beam ceiling, built-in wardrobe with glass front. Shower Room Double shower cubicle, high level WC, extractor fan, part tile walls, vaulted ceiling. Family Bathroom Four piece suite comprising roll top bath with claw and ball feet, shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin with tile splash back, high level WC, solid pine floor, extractor fan, beamed ceiling. Bedroom 3 16 0 x 11 11 (4.88m x 3.63m) Double bedroom to rear, exposed beam ceiling. Master Bedroom Suite 23 10 x 17 0 (7.26m x 5.18m) A spacious and lavishly decorated master bedroom suite with 4 x sash windows with open countryside views in wide square bay, exposed truss beam ceiling. Walk-In Dressing Room 14 11 x 6 8 (4.55m x 2.03m) Pine floor, hanging rails to two walls, single sash window, radiator. En-Suite Bathroom Three piece suite comprising slipper bath, shower cubicle, high level WC, feature vanity wash hand basin with marble surfaces and over mirror with cupboards below, solid pine floor. OUTSIDE Integral Three Car Garage Block 36 2 x 20 7 (11.02m x 6.27m) Stone built external elevations and pine clad pitched roof with three electrically operated up and over entrance doors, light and power, velux roof lights. Solar panels fitted to garage roof providing electricity to dwelling and income from energy sales back to the Grid. The garage has potential to provide dependent relative accommodation subject to planning consent.

Gardens & Grounds The gardens and grounds are a feature of Lower Simpson Fold Farm with a large vegetable garden and greenhouse, garden stores building, fully stocked deep mature shrub borders and landscaped openings providing privacy and tranquil pathways. Features include the designed walled garden and Mediterranean garden leading to kitchen garden surround the extensive lawned gardens all with superb valley and countryside views. There are two spring fed ponds within the grounds including a lower stone walled carp pond with water feature. Tenure We are verbally advised the property is freehold with immediate vacant possession. No vendor chain. Services Mains water, electricity and gas are connected to the property. Septic tank drainage. Solar energy panels provide additional electricity source with income from sales to the Grid. Viewing Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent SHP VALUERS 69 Garstang Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 1LB Tel: 01772 555403 Fax: 01772 885333 www.shpvaluers.co.uk SERVICES: We cannot confirm that services and heating appliances are in full working order and the property is to be sold on this basis. Intending purchasers are advised to have these installations checked prior to exchange of contracts. CONDITIONS: These particulars are issued on the following understanding. 1) That appointments to view and all negotiations with regard to any interest in the property will be conducted solely through Smith Hodgkinson Pickervance. 2) That the contents will not be transmitted to other persons without the agreement of Smith Hodgkinson Pickervance. 3) In accordance with the terms of Misrepresentation Act 1967, Smith Hodgkinson Pickervance acting as Agent s for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of the property further give notice that these particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. 4) All statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Smith Hodgkinson Pickervance or the vendors or lessors. 5) None of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact. 6) Any intending purchasers or lessees must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise, as to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these particulars. 7) The vendors or lessors do not make or give, and neither Smith Hodgkinson Pickervance nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. S067 Printed by Ravensworth 01670 713330