Look inside ‘hidden gem' barn conversion with features dating back to 1700s
Pale Farm Barn, on Moss Lane, is currently one of Zoopla's 'hidden gem' properties. It is described as a 'stylish stone-built barn' that was converted in the early 2000s. It is now a property that's full of character and comfort.
The home, which has a guide price of £965,000, has been lovingly maintained and upgraded throughout, with high-end fixtures and fittings and a newly fitted contemporary kitchen.
It's situated in an enviable location, with panoramic views over the rolling countryside, and views stretching towards Pendle Hill and Longridge Fell.
Inside, you are immediately greeted with a focal curved staircase. From here, you can venture into the formal living room, where French doors open onto a private patio, and a large stone fireplace with multi-burner stove creates a warm focal point.
Adding further charm to this space is a decorative unique stone feature above the door with a date from 1788 – a historical feature that pays homage to the barn's origins.
Further ground floor rooms include a cosy snug, an office space, and a separate dining room ideal for entertaining.
The heart of the home is the contemporary kitchen with fitted modern appliances and sleek quartz worktops, and a large sun light that bathes the space in natural light.
Upstairs, a mezzanine landing leads to four generously proportioned double bedrooms, including two with en-suites. The master suite is a sanctuary in itself, with floor-to-ceiling wardrobes, exposed beams, and an en-suite shower room.
The family bathroom has also been recently renovated to a high standard, featuring a free-standing bath, rainfall shower, and vaulted ceilings with exposed original wood beams.
Outside, gardens wrap around the home, including manicured flower beds, a generous patio perfect for al fresco dining, and a fully equipped garden kitchen.
A timber summerhouse and greenhouse add further charm, while the detached double garage with adjoining workshop offers potential for conversion into annexed accommodation or multi-vehicle storage.
A spokesperson for Athertons, which is marketing the property, said: 'A stylish stone-built detached barn, elegantly converted in the early 2000s into a most desirable family home with many attractive internal features and incorporating quality fixtures and fittings throughout.
'Pale Farm Barn is set in stunning grounds with open views towards Pendle Hill and Longridge Fell on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Chipping.'
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