Detached house for sale in Stanley Court, Chipping Road, Longridge PR3

This imposing detached, stone built property offers ample living space and large gardens set in the peaceful surrounding of the Longridge countryside. With four bedrooms and spacious living area, it will be of great interest to many sectors of the market – from young families to retiring couples. Stanley House is steeped in history with part of the property originally being the offices for Lord Derby’s estate as well as charm and character throughout. Early viewing is highly advised to appreciate this beautiful home in one of the Ribble Valley’s most beautiful locations.

The property is approached from a shared courtyard/parking area and enjoys double driveway parking leading to the attached double garage. Internally you are greeted by an entrance vestibule leading through to a large L shaped entrance hall with staircase to first floor and Cloaks/ downstairs WC off. The ground floor boasts three good sized reception rooms with pleasant views over the gardens and beyond as well as kitchen/diner, utility room and double garage, part of which has been partitioned into a workshop.

The kitchen features a range of base and eye level units with complementary worktops, electric double oven and induction hob with extractor over, integrated dishwasher, stainless steel sink with drainer, external door to the rear, space for dining table and doors into the dining room and utility area. The utility room with plenty of space for coats and footwear, plumbed for washer and dryer and base level units with countertop and sink. Leading through from the utility room is the double garage with partitioned store room and two manual up and over doors leading to the driveway.

To the first floor there are four double bedrooms, all highly individual, each with potential for vaulted ceilings if you so wish; otherwise there is a good attic space for storage. The master bedroom is a vast room enjoying en-suite shower room with dual flush wc, corner shower and pedestal wash basin. Bedrooms two and three are large double rooms with bedroom two having access to storage area in the eaves. Bedroom four is a small double with lovely views to the rear. The family bathroom enjoys a ‘P’ shaped bath with over head shower head and screen, tiled walls and floor, vanity wash basin with storage and dual flush wc.

Outside, the property enjoys generous gardens to the rear with fantastic open views across farm land towards Longridge Fell. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with walled and mature hedgerow borders and Indian stone patio areas making the most of the properties fantastic position. To the front of the property are paved and lawned gardens with graveled area which would happily accommodate additional driveway parking for the property. The bottom of the garden hosts a good sized timber shed and small pond allowing habitat for all walks of wildlife.

Stanley House is located just under 2 miles from the charming market town of Longridge offering a close-knit community and serves as the local hub for the surrounding rural farming area. The town boasts a vibrant mix of shops, supermarkets, schools, and service businesses, thriving in its energetic environment. For a wider range of amenities, Clitheroe is a mere 30 minutes' drive away. This bustling town offers an excellent selection of shops, bars, cafes, and salons, as well as supermarkets and the impressive Bowland Brewery leisure complex. Food enthusiasts will delight in the area's reputation, producing some of the highest quality produce from Butlers Cheese to Gazegill Organics supplying numerous pubs and restaurants nestled within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Trough Of Bowland. The Ribble Valley, with its affluent character, cafe culture, and rural heritage, is highly desirable and attracts both residents and visitors alike.

Longridge enjoys excellent connectivity to major business centers in East Lancashire, Manchester, and Yorkshire, as well as the northern motorway network. Approximate travel distances include Blackburn at 17 miles, Preston at 9 miles, Manchester at 42 miles, Lancaster at 23 miles, and Manchester International Airport at 46 miles. For those seeking outdoor adventures, Kendal and the breathtaking Lake District are a comfortable 60-mile journey. The M6 motorway, both northbound and southbound, can be easily accessed within 6.5 miles.

Services
Drainage to septic tank, oil fired central heating, mains water and electricity.

Tenure
We understand from the owners to be Freehold.

Council Tax
Band G.