Including the great advantage of a 1.5 acre field/croft that would suit a variety of uses, this spacious and beautifully extended four bedroom semi-detached stone barn conversion stands in a wonderful rural location commanding spectacular long distance panoramic views over open countryside and across the valley whilst also benefiting from two separate garages/workshops and a range of attractive internal character features.

Imaginatively converted circa 2004, this unique character property forms part of this delightful cluster of individual homes positioned in an idyllic setting close to 'The Knoll', a distinctive elevated quarry landmark located above the peaceful village of Middleton on the western side of the popular village of Cowling and only a short drive away from the nearby centres of Crosshills, Keighley and Skipton with the larger West Yorkshire and East Lancashire towns and cities also within easy daily commuting distance.

The property has been extended in recent years with the addition of a superb oak framed 'garden room' to the south facing rear elevation incorporating luxurious underfloor heating together with bi-folding doors to two sides. Internally the accommodation includes rooms of very good proportions throughout including a dedicated home office space for those working from home and a magnificent farmhouse style kitchen with large granite island and electric Aga. The spacious l-shaped living room includes a feature fireplace with wood burning stove and also benefits from a large picture window set into the original barn door opening offering truly splendid country views over the front garden. All the first floor bedrooms also enjoy views with the master bedroom also benefiting from an en-suite shower room.

Externally there are particularly attractive and colourful gardens to the front, designed to take advantage of the remarkable long distance views. The property includes extensive private driveway parking together with an adjoining single garage with further adjoining workshop beyond. The 1.5 acre field is positioned to the front of the property and includes a timber stable with rainwater harvesting system. Please note the rudimentary boundary plan shown is for illustrative purposes only and is not a legal document.

Surrounded by beautiful open countryside and moorland on the route of the famous Pennine Way and with a great choice of other footpaths to explore, the delightful semi-rural village of Cowling is served by a range of everyday amenities and is within easy commuting distance of the nearby towns of Keighley, Skipton and Colne. The village includes an off-licence/store, a public house and wine bar, a restaurant, a fish and chip shop and take-away, a park/playground, a primary school, a Church and a modern village hall offering a range of community classes and events. The nearby village of Cross Hills offers a wider selection of everyday shops and other amenities including a doctors surgery, a butchers and South Craven Secondary School. There are railway stations located in the nearby villages of Steeton and Cononley.

Including the very appealing combination of a handsome stone built exterior yet with the advantage of relatively modern construction and insulation, having been converted to the relevant building regulations at the time, this excellent property is equipped with oil fired central heating, sealed unit double glazing and a security alarm system and comprises in further detail;

GROUND FLOOR


DINING KITCHEN
17'7" x 13'2" superbly appointed with a range of high quality light wood fronted wall and base units in a traditional farmhouse style incorporating a large matching island and contrasting dark granite worktop surfaces together with matching up-stands. Twin bowl Belfast sink incorporating chrome mixer tap over together with a sealed unit double glazed window above commanding spectacular long distance views over the surrounding fields and countryside at the front. Further sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Substantial electric Aga incorporating twin hotplate and separate warming oven. The Aga is set into a recess incorporating a superb feature exposed timber lintel set upon stone supports. Integrated slide-out refuse bin. Integrated dishwasher. Integrated Neff combination microwave oven/grill to the island. American style fridge/freezer incorporating mains plumbing. Built-in wine rack. Substantial stone flagged flooring. Central heating radiator. Exposed beam. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Timber stable style front entrance door. Hot water immersion switch. Remote switch and open/closed indicator for the electronic garage door. High level TV/power point. Door leading to:

DINING ROOM
12' x 9'6" with solid wood flooring. Exposed beams. Central heating radiator. Doors leading to the utility room, study and also to the:

IMPRESSIVE OAK FRAMED GARDEN ROOM EXTENSION
15'11" x 8'6" A magnificent room incorporating sealed unit double glazing to all sides in addition to the roof. Bi-folding doors to both sides with opening windows above to one side. Indian stone flagged flooring incorporating thermostatic underfloor heating with programmer. Spotlight fittings. Southerly views towards the fields and The Knoll at the rear.

UTILITY ROOM
6'5" x 6'1" equipped with a range of fitted wall and base units incorporating laminate worktop surfaces. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Space for a dryer. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Door leading to:

GROUND FLOOR WC/CLOAKS ROOM
Equipped with a two piece white suite comprising low suite WC together with a pedestal hand wash basin. Central heating radiator. Sealed unit double glazed window. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan.

STUDY
9'9" x 5'3" incorporating recessed ceiling spotlights. Sealed unit double glazed window to the front commanding spectacular long distance views. Exposed stone windowsill. Range of fitted shelves together with full width desk/workstation area. Central heating radiator.

INNER HALLWAY
With return staircase leading off to the first floor incorporating a spindled balustrade together with attractive stained glass window above. Central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Built-in cupboard underneath the stairs.

SPACIOUS L-SHAPED LIVING ROOM
21'10" x 19'5" (both maximum) with superb feature arched sealed unit double glazed window set into the original barn door opening commanding the most spectacular long distance views over the front garden and towards the surrounding fields and countryside. Exposed stone surround. Further sealed unit double glazed windows to the front and rear incorporating exposed stone sills. Exposed ceiling beam. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Two central heating radiators. Cast iron wood burning stove set within a recessed opening incorporating substantial stone flagged hearth together with stone lintel and surround. Four wall light points. 5 amp lamp sockets controllable from the main wall switch. Door leading to:

FRONT ENTRANCE PORCH
With hardwood front entrance door. Fitted light.

FIRST FLOOR


LANDING
With spindled balustrade. Loft hatch. Attractive latched timber doors leading to all rooms.

MASTER BEDROOM
15'2" x 11'2" (both maximum including wardrobes) with built-in double wardrobe. Two sealed unit double glazed windows to the front commanding spectacular long distance views and incorporating exposed stone sills. Exposed beams. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Central heating radiator. Door leading to:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed with a modern white suite comprising low suite WC, pedestal hand wash basin and a curved corner shower enclosure housing a chrome mixer shower. Full wall tiling. Sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Extractor fan. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Chrome towel radiator. Tiled flooring equipped with electric underfloor heating.

BEDROOM TWO
11'10" x 9'8" with two sealed unit double glazed windows enjoying magnificent long distance views at the front. Exposed stone sills. Exposed beam. Central heating radiator.

BEDROOM THREE
11'8" x 9'10" (both maximum) with sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Exposed beam. Central heating radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR
8'7" x 8'5" with sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Exposed beam. Central heating radiator. Fitted cupboard.

HOUSE BATHROOM
Superbly appointed with a modern white four piece suite comprising low suite WC, pedestal hand wash basin, a double ended bath and a separate shower enclosure housing a chrome mixer shower. Full wall tiling. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan. Chrome towel radiator. Sealed unit double glazed window incorporating an exposed stone sill. Tiled flooring equipped with underfloor heating.

OUTSIDE
The property is accessed over a shared driveway. The driveway leads to a generous private level tarmac driveway extending to the front and side providing ample parking for numerous vehicles including a wide space to the side of the garage. Attractive lawned front garden surrounded by colourful borders and enjoying magnificent long distance views across the valley and towards both pinnacles. The oil tank is positioned to the side of the garage. Security lighting. Access to the workshop at the rear of the garage.

ADJOINING SINGLE GARAGE
17'11" x 8'11" with electronically operated roller access door to the front. Light, power and cold water tap. Grant oil fired boiler. Unvented hot water cylinder. Single glazed window adjoining the workshop beyond. Mezzanine level above measuring circa 13'6" x 8'11".

Beyond the shared access lane the property benefits from a small field/croft in the region of one and a half acres. The croft is gated to the bottom adjoining the Main Road and there is also gated access from the first section of the shared access lane. The croft is predominantly enclosed by dry stone boundary walls however there is a section of estate fencing to the top end providing additional visibility from the house. The croft includes a timber stable measuring circa 15' x 12' internally, currently being partitioned. There is a rainwater collection system. The croft enjoys spectacular views over the surrounding fields and countryside and would suit a variety of uses.

To the rear of the property there is a delightful south facing enclosed patio garden incorporating Indian stone flagging and backing directly onto a field above with The Knoll beyond. The rear garden enjoys a good level of privacy and also includes a pedestrian access door leading to the:

WORKSHOP
13'5" x 13'2" equipped with light, power and cold water tap. Twin arched doors adjoining the driveway. Single glazed window adjoining the garage.

DIRECTIONS
Leaving the hamlet of Middleton, after passing the farm on the right, keep left at the junction with Shop Lane and continue west uphill on Lane House Road for approximately four hundred yards. After passing a former row cottages on the right, turn left into a wide tarmac opening on the left. This access lane then splits three ways. Ignore the first left hand turning and continue diretly into the driveway for Gill Barn. This driveway then turns left and then right, passing Gill Barn and leading into the private driveway for Lane House Barn.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: F

TENURE
The tenure for this property is Freehold.

SERVICES Mains water and electricity are connected. The central heating is oil fired. Drainage is to a septic tank shared with the neighbouring property and is positioned in the croft belonging to Lane House Barn at the front.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.

Tel: Skipton 799993

Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.

These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

Ref: SBS010324

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