A SMALL HOLDING WITH OUTBUILDINGS & LAND IN A SECLUDED COUNTRYSIDE SETTING DUCKWORTH HOUSE FARM, PRESTON PR5 6YR

FREEHOLD A small holding including outbuildings & land with development opportunity in a secluded countryside setting

DUCKWORTH HOUSE FARM, PRESTON PR5 6YR FREEHOLD

Four bedroom farmhouse ◆ Outbuilding with planning permission ◆ Land of about 5.5 acres ◆ Convenient for commuter links ◆ Development opportunity ◆ Countryside location ◆ EPC rating = F

Situation Nestled within the beautiful countryside on the edge of the The Brindle Estate and approached via a sweeping private drive, Duckworth House Farm provides a rare opportunity to purchase a small holding in need of some renovation which includes a collection of outbuildings, one of which benefits from Class Q planning permission all sitting in approximately 5.5 acres.

Duckworth House Farm is located in the rolling countryside between , Brindle and Gregson Lane. The historic picturesque village of Gregson Lane is located a short drive away with primary schools, village shops, pubs and benefits from many bridle paths in the area. The property is well- connected to the city of Preston which is around 5 miles away, which has a wide collection of shops, a university, restaurants, bars and a train station with excellent links to Manchester and London making Duckworth House Farm the perfect location for commuters.

Preston 4.9 miles, Chorley 8 miles, Lancaster 31 miles, Manchester 28 miles Description Approached by a private drive, Duckworth House Farm sits in approximately 5.5 acres of grassland, along with a yard area and five outbuildings, with Bank Head Brook flowing alongside. This four bedroom farmhouse has been occupied for around 22 years by the same family who have enjoyed countryside living over this period. It is now in need of modernisation throughout. In brief the property consists of a kitchen to the rear with log burning stove, a downstairs shower room with WC and basin, and a spacious living room to the front of the property with an open fire. To the first floor there are four double bedrooms and a large family bathroom. To the front elevation of the property is a garden area with vegetable plot.

There is potential to demolish and rebuild the farmhouse to the purchasers specification and subject to relevant planning. The outbuildings consist of;

1. A workshop/garage with space over two floors and two sets of roller shutter doors on the northern elevation making this building easily accessible. 2. A timber pole barn and lean – to – open fronted timber constructed barn, provides ample storage for hay and machinery. There is a lean to on the westerly elevation providing extra storage and potential to convert this building into an open fronted stable block or lambing shed, subject to gaining necessary planning permission. 3. A red brick building currently used as kennels. 4. A traditional single storey barn located to the easterly side of the smallholding. This building benefits from Class Q Planning Permission, which was granted on 7/11/2017 (change of use of agricultural building into residential dwelling, Class C3). In brief this building has planning permission to be converted into a one-bedroom property, with a kitchen, living room and bathroom. This would make fantastic accommodation for elderly family members, teenagers or a holiday let, subject to necessary consent. More information is available on this conversion from the Borough Council website, planning reference number: 07/2017/2892/APD. 5. A red brick barn which is located to the rear of the small holding. This barn has previously been used for agricultural activities, now requiring some attention.

Services Mains water (the supply is carried under the new railway bridge on approach to the property, the purchaser will be responsible for pay Network Rail approximately £22 + VAT per annum for this right) Private drainage and mains electric.

Rights of Access, Wayleaves and Easements We are aware of a public footpath along the driveway and through the length of the smallholding. The vendor has reserved rights of access to the water supply in the yard to serve retained surrounding land.

Directions From Preston follow the A59/A6 towards Walton le Dale and continue along Victoria Road (A675) at the roundabout take the first exit onto Higher Walton Road (A675) and continue to follow this road to the junction turning right onto Gregson Lane. Continue along to the next junction and turn right onto Bank Head Lane where the property is located just before the motorway bridge turning left and proceeding along the farm track to Duckworth House Farm.

Brochure prepared May 2018 Photography taken May 2018 Tenure: FREEHOLD Local Authority: South Ribble Borough Council Tax Band E Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills & Armistead Barnett Armistead Barnett Burscough www.abarnett.co.uk 01704 895995 Savills Clitheroe [email protected] Important notice: Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that 1: They are not authorised to make or give any 01200 411046 representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2: Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any savills.co.uk services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 81026011 Job ID: 119564 User initials: EH