Whalley Road
Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB6 7UHDescription
Nestled on the outskirts of Great Harwood in a rural location, just a short drive from both Whalley and the market town of Clitheroe, this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached stone-built cottage combines classic character with a modern edge. Tastefully upgraded, extended and improved the cottage has period features and Instagram worthy interiors, offering a seamless mix of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary style. Surrounded by superb gardens, double garage and ample parking. Viewing is a must!
A truly rare opportunity to purchase a superb recently modernised period home in between Great Harwood and Whalley.
Beautifully finished with a list of improvements in the last 5 years including a new sunroom, new kitchen, new double glazed windows, new central heating system, reroofed and a remodelled interior this house certainly has the Wow factor and must be viewed to fully appreciate what is on offer.
Briefly comprising:-
Ground floor
Entrance Porch - With contemporary grey entrance door, stone flag flooring and timber beamed ceiling, with a useful boot area. A feature stone archway leads inside to the Inner hallway with traditional style door and coat hanging facilities.
Reception Hallway - Spacious entrance hall full of character with a timber beamed ceiling, and staircase leading to the first floor. The floor is original tiles; there are two useful understairs storage cupboards with one housing a wall-mounted ‘Worcester’ gas boiler for heating and hot water.
Cloakroom - A striking contrast with a fully contemporary ground floor W.C fully tiled and beautifully finished, wall hung W.C. and wall mounted wash hand basin.
Sitting Room - A cosy but spacious and light room featuring a dressed stone fireplace with multi-fuel stove set beneath a large, propped ceiling beam. Mullioned bay window to the front with views to the garden, additional window to the gable, part painted and exposed beams.
Second Reception room - Another stunning room with central brick fireplace with wood burning stove. Bay window with built-in semi-circular window seat. Timber ceiling beams.
Kitchen - Modern matt soft grey and dark wenge wood effect kitchen by Pronorm. A high quality kitchen with a range of base and wall units, silestone worktops, upstands splashback and Quooker tap. Integrated Neff appliances including induction hob with extractor, oven, combination microwave, warming drawer. Finished with painted out beamed ceiling, recessed spotlights, and leading to recently installed sunroom.
Sunroom - A bright, contemporary sunroom seamlessly connecting inside with the garden and long- distance views. A large glass lantern-style skylight floods the space with natural light, while full-height grey-framed windows and patio doors offer views of the garden. Built in utility units, fridge freezer area and useful cupboard space.
First Floor
Staircase & Landing - Beautiful timber staircase with handrail leading to a balustraded landing.
Bedroom One - Spacious double bedroom with window overlooking the garden, built-in wardrobes and painted ceiling beam.
Bedroom Two - A double bedroom with dual aspect views to the garden, with a walk-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 3 - A smaller double with widow to the rear garden.
Family Bathroom - Finished in a contemporary style with walk in shower, feature bath and contemporary furniture and W.C. fully tiled and with ladder style radiator.
Outside
Entrance & Driveway
Stone entrance pillars lead to a part shared driveway which is stone-flagged. The driveway leads down to the house and there are parking areas outside and opposite the garage as well as in front of the house.
Garage - Detached double garage with electric door, loft storage, stone construction, pitched slate roof, and parking space for numerous vehicles.
There is a free-standing electric Vehicle Charger.
Gardens
Set in mature and private grounds of over 3/4 of an acre, the extensive gardens include floral borders, a summerhouse with golf course views, pond, mature trees, and a private cottage garden with a wildlife pond, greenhouse, large wooden shed and patio areas.
Area Guide
Great Harwood is a charming town on the edge of the picturesque Ribble Valley, combining natural beauty with modern amenities. Known for its rich history and warm community, it’s an ideal place to call home.
Nature lovers will enjoy nearby Memorial Park, scenic walking trails, picnic spots, and breath-taking views. The town offers shops, cafes, restaurants, local businesses, and excellent schools, making it perfect for families.
Just 10 minutes from Whalley and Clitheroe, Great Harwood has great links to East Lancashire, Manchester, Yorkshire, and the motorway and rail network. The thriving high street boasts shops, bars, cafes, salons, and supermarkets, while the area is a renowned “Foodie Heaven” with superb pubs and eateries.
Approximate distances: Blackburn 6 miles, Skipton 25 miles, Leeds 47 miles, Manchester 29 miles, Leeds Bradford Airport 39 miles, Manchester Airport 42 miles, Lake District 60 miles, M6 11 miles, M65 2 miles. A choice of state and independent schools is available locally.
Facilities include a medical centre, library, golf club, cricket club, and wide-ranging recreational options, with the Yorkshire Dales and West Coast within easy reach. With its idyllic setting, friendly atmosphere and great connections, Great Harwood offers a peaceful, fulfilling lifestyle.
Services:
Mains electricity, Water, Gas. Shared septic tank.
Council Tax Band: E
Services
Mains electricity.
Mains Water Supply
Mains Gas
Private Drainage to compliant water treatment plant shared with neighbour.