Commons Lane, Balderstone, Blackburn, Lancashire
- Land size
- 2.82 acres
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
Key Features
- Exceptional six-bedroom detached former farmhouse.
- Traditional stone barn with planning permission for conversion into a substantial five bedroom detached dwelling.
- Set within approximately 2.82 acres of gardens, paddock and woodland.
- Private driveway, extensive parking, detached garage and landscaped grounds.
- Sought-after Ribble Valley location to the edge of Balderstone village with excellent access to Clitheroe, Preston, Blackburn and the A59 and M6 road networks.
Description
Impressive six bedroom detached former farmhouse alongside a substantial traditional stone barn with planning permission for conversion into an independent five-bedroom residence, all set within approximately 2.82 acres of gardens, paddocks and woodland.Occupying a superb rural position on the edge of the highly regarded Ribble Valley village of Balderstone, Hubbersty Fold Farm presents an outstanding opportunity to acquire an exceptional country home with significant future potential. The property includes an impressive six-bedroom detached former farmhouse, alongside a substantial traditional stone barn with planning permission for conversion into an independent five-bedroom residence, all set within approximately 2.82 acres of gardens, paddocks and woodland.
The location offers the perfect balance of countryside tranquillity and everyday convenience. Surrounded by open farmland, yet within easy reach of Clitheroe, Blackburn and Preston, the property also benefits from excellent connectivity via the nearby A59 and M6, making it ideally suited for both family living and commuting.
The farmhouse extends to over 3,000 sq ft and has been sympathetically remodelled and enlarged to create a beautifully presented family home arranged over three floors. Offering generous proportions throughout, the accommodation has been designed with modern living in mind, combining character and charm with high-quality contemporary finishes.
At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan living kitchen, beautifully appointed with quality cabinetry, extensive work surfaces and integrated appliances, providing an exceptional space for everyday family life and entertaining. Off the kitchen is a side entrance porch and separate w.c.
Adjoining the kitchen is the dining room, being ideal for formal occasions, while the spacious lounge, centred around an attractive fireplace, enjoys delightful views across the surrounding gardens.
The first floor provides four generous double bedrooms, including two with en-suites, together with a family bathroom and dressing room. The second floor offers two further double bedrooms, an additional bathroom and a versatile study or landing area, creating an ideal space for guests, older children or those working from home.
The property is approached via a private driveway leading to extensive parking and a detached oak framed garage/carport with integrated utility room. Mature landscaped gardens surround the farmhouse, complemented by an adjoining grass paddock area and a small area of woodland, extending the overall grounds to approximately 2.82 acres, or thereabouts, and providing an idyllic rural setting.
The substantial traditional stone barn, positioned to the rear of the dwelling, benefits from planning permission granted by Ribble Valley Borough Council under Application Ref 3/2011/0625, allowing for the barn conversion into an impressive detached five bedroom dwelling.
The current plans would provide the following internal accommodation:
Ground Floor: large reception hallway, lounge, living kitchen, snug, cloakroom, utility room and attached double garage.
First Floor: Main room with en-suite bathroom, four additional bedrooms (three with en-suite) and family bathroom.
The barn offers exceptional flexibility, presenting an exciting opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, holiday letting or the creation of a separate family residence, subject to the existing consent.
Hubbersty Fold Farm represents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished country residence with outstanding versatility, beautifully presented accommodation and exceptional long-term potential in one of Lancashire's most desirable rural locations.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-12
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 790 Homes with Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Yes
- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 79% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Balderstone St Leonard's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School218 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 106
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Osbaldeston1.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 69
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 144
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Ribchester St Wilfrid's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 96
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge2.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 235
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
Secondary
- Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School2.9 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 866
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Muslim
- Gender
- Girls
- St Cecilia's RC High School3.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 581
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Pleckgate High School3.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,339
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Longridge High School3.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 810
- Type
- Academy converter
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School3.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 873
- Type
- Free schools
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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