Higher Road, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire

An exceptional detached stone-built barn conversion enjoying breath-taking panoramic views across the Ribble Valley.
Set within beautifully landscaped south-facing gardens and adjoining paddock extending to approximately one acre. This property offers almost 5,100 sq ft of luxurious accommodation including four double bedrooms and multiple superb family entertaining spaces.
Finished to an outstanding standard with bespoke interiors, electric gated entrance and detached double garage, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark countryside home above Longridge.
Offered to the market chain free and inspection advised.Occupying a spectacular elevated position above Longridge within the Forest of Bowland National Landscape, this exceptional detached stone-built barn conversion enjoys panoramic long-distance views across the Ribble Valley and surrounding countryside.

Set behind electric gates and approached via an expansive gravel driveway, the property offers an outstanding combination of character, scale and lifestyle, extending to almost 5,100 sq. ft including the detached double garage and plant room.

Beautifully presented throughout, the property blends traditional craftsmanship with luxurious contemporary living. Exposed stonework, vaulted ceilings, substantial timber beams and bespoke finishes sit seamlessly alongside high-quality modern upgrades. Since acquiring the property, the current owners have continued to invest in the property with the creation of the detached double garage, extensive garden landscaping to create patios, dry stone walling and a gated entrance, resulting in a home of exceptional quality both inside and out.

The welcoming double-height reception hall creates an immediate sense of grandeur, centred around a striking oak staircase and galleried landing. The principal lounge is a superb entertaining and family space, featuring exposed beams, a substantial stone fireplace with inset stove and multiple windows framing the far-reaching views. Flowing naturally from the lounge is a dedicated games and bar room with space for a full-size pool table, while a separate gym provides further versatility for modern family living.

At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan dining kitchen fitted with bespoke cabinetry, quality integrated appliances, central island and ample space for informal dining and entertaining. A separate dining room offers a more formal setting, whilst a private study provides an ideal work-from-home space. A utility/plant room and downstairs WC complete the ground floor accommodation.

To the first floor, the spacious galleried landing overlooks the dramatic entrance hall below and leads to four generous double bedrooms. The superb principal suite enjoys stunning elevated views alongside a walk-in wardrobe and luxurious en suite bathroom. A second bedroom also benefits from en suite facilities, whilst the remaining bedrooms are served by a stylish family bathroom. There is a useful storage room on the first floor which could be converted to an ensuite if desired. in addition there are two useful boarded loft spaces with ladder access provide excellent additional storage.

Externally, the property is equally impressive. The south-facing gardens enjoy sunlight throughout the day and have been beautifully landscaped with extensive stone patios, sweeping lawns and attractive dry stone boundary walls, all carefully designed to maximise the breath-taking outlook. Beyond the formal gardens lies an adjoining one-acre paddock, ideal for those seeking additional outdoor space or hobby use.

A detached double garage with first floor storage further enhances the practicality of the home and this building could (subject to planning consent) be converted to additional ancillary accommodation. Alongside the garage there is extensive private parking for numerous vehicles.

Offered to the market chain free, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark Ribble Valley home combining privacy, views, craftsmanship and outstanding family accommodation in one of the area’s most desirable countryside settings.

The house is 12 minutes OR 4.7 miles away from Stonyhurst College.

10 miles from Preston city centre, with its West Coast mainline railway link to Euston (2 hours and 7 minutes), also benefitting from the train link from Wilpshire to Manchester (2.5 miles). East Lancashire and Manchester business centres as well as the northern motorway network are within striking distance with the M6 junction 31 being approximately 5 miles away. Travel distances are approximate. Preston 10 miles / Blackburn 10 miles / Manchester 42 miles / Leeds Bradford Airport 46.5 miles / Manchester International Airport 46.6 miles/ Kendal and the Lake District 48 miles.

Longridge is 1.8 miles away, and offers a range of local amenities including independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, pubs, restaurants, schools and healthcare facilities.

Clitheroe offers a varied range of amenities including an excellent range of shops, bars, café’s and salons as well as supermarkets and the impressive Bowland Brewery leisure complex. The area is a renowned “Foodie Heaven” with excellent pubs and restaurants many set within the AONB area of the Trough Of Bowland. The Ribble valley is an affluent area with a café culture and rural heritage and is a desirable and aspirational place to live and visit.