Listed for £695,000
October 17, 2025
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Lower Bank Fold Farm – Stunning Barn Conversion with Panoramic Countryside Views
Nestled in the heart of the Belthorn countryside, Lower Bank Fold Farm offers a rare opportunity to own a barn conversion with uninterrupted, breathtaking views across Lancashire and Darwen, with the iconic Darwen Tower serving as a striking focal point.
This recently renovated property combines modern comforts with character, creating a home that is both practical and full of charm. Inside, you’ll find spacious and versatile living areas, including generously proportioned rooms both upstairs and downstairs, perfect for family living, entertaining, or flexible home working. Two cosy multi-fuel burning stoves, exposed stonework, and wooden beams add warmth and character throughout.
The property also features a huge garage, currently used as a gym, workshop, and storage, with potential to convert into additional living space if desired.
Externally, the home benefits from a large private rear garden, perfectly situated to enjoy the views, offering peace, quiet, and privacy. The location combines rural tranquillity with easy access to both Blackburn / Bolton / Manchester whilst being on the corridor of the M65, making it a truly exceptional family home in a prime countryside setting.
A composite stable door opens into a porch, leading into a spacious entrance hallway with a vinyl floor, central heating radiator, and access to the kitchen and dining area, as well as stairs to the first floor.
Kitchen:
The kitchen features shaker-style base units with solid wood worktops, a Belfast sink, electric range cooker, and space for a washing machine and dishwasher, Incredible views can be enjoyed through the window beyond the sink. UPVC double-glazed french doors lead to the rear garden, and the kitchen also retains an original stone-flagged floor.
The kitchen opens into the dining area, which has a wooden floor, exposed original stonework, and a multi-fuel burning stove, creating a warm and inviting family space.
Lounge:
The main lounge is generous in size and inviting, featuring a multi-fuel burning stove set within a tiled hearth and wooden mantelpiece. Exposed stonework and wooden beams add character and warmth, while large windows and French doors help you enjoy the stunning panoramic countryside views.
First Floor:
The landing, with spotlights and a central heating radiator, provides access to four double bedrooms, the family bathroom, shower room, and a potential fifth bedroom / games room, which leads to the home office and loft access.
Master Bedroom: Two UPVC double-glazed french doors with panoramic views, two central heating radiators, and access to the en-suite.
En-suite: Corner shower, vanity sink, low-level WC, towel rail, part-tiled.
Bedrooms Two, Three & Four: Each with UPVC double-glazed windows, central heating radiator, spotlights, and double room proportions.
Bedroom Five / Games Room: A versatile space with vaulted ceiling, wooden beams, two UPVC double-glazed windows, two central heating radiators, and access to the home office.
Office: One UPVC double-glazed window, one central heating radiator.
Family Bathroom: A three-piece suite featuring a freestanding bath, low-level WC, vanity sink, Vinyl floor, spotlights, UPVC double-glazed window, and central heating radiator.
Shower Room: Double shower, part-tiled, spotlights.
Externally – Rear Garden:
The property enjoys a large private rear garden offering peace and tranquillity. Features include a flagged patio, children’s climbing frame, lawn, and endless countryside views.
Garage / Gym / Workshop:
The large garage space features a double electric insulated door, vaulted ceiling, power supply, and two UPVC doors for access. The Worcester Bosch boiler is also housed here. Currently used as a gym and workshop, the space offers excellent potential to be converted into further living accommodation.
Front of Property:
The front garden includes an oak-framed porch, flagged entrance with stone detailing, trees, and a dry stone wall. There is ample off-road parking, access to the rear garden via side gates, and access to the double garage/workshop.
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