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£680,000

Skipton Old Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8

Land size
1.5 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Stunning three/four bedroom conversion with traditional charm and modern luxury
  • Breathtaking far-reaching countryside views
  • Converted from an old schoolhouse in 2010 to a very high specification
  • Energy-efficient SIP insulation throughout walls and roof
  • 1.5 acres of beautiful grassland
  • Includes a stable, ideal for horses or small livestock
  • Spacious living areas with top-quality finishes
  • Open-plan kitchen and dining area, perfect for entertaining
  • Stylish bathrooms and contemporary fixtures throughout
  • Peaceful, private location yet close to local amenities and walks

Description

Breathtaking views, exceptional craftsmanship, and idyllic countryside living combine in this outstanding three/four-bedroom former schoolhouse conversion. Expertly transformed in 2010, this unique home retains its historic character while offering beautifully appointed contemporary interiors, premium finishes, energy-efficient SIP insulation, and approximately 1.5 acres of grassland with a stable. A truly remarkable property designed for modern family life in a spectacular rural setting.

LOCATION
Situated in a truly stunning position with breathtaking far-reaching views, close to Colne and surrounded by beautiful countryside and charming villages, including Wycoller. The area offers access to Skipton (11 miles) and Keighley, with rail services to Leeds and Bradford. Ideal for scenic walks, country living, and access to local amenities.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR
The lower ground floor offers flexible living space with underfloor heating, storage, and access to the utility facilities. Finished to a high standard with quality flooring and modern fixtures, this level provides versatile accommodation including space that could be used as a bedroom, office, or snug.

GROUND FLOOR
The ground floor features open-plan living and dining areas with Brazilian slate and engineered oak flooring, underfloor heating, and contemporary lighting. The kitchen is fitted with high-spec units, quartz worktops, breakfast bar, and integrated appliances, while the sitting area enjoys a multi-fuel stove and direct access to the southerly timber-decked patio.

FIRST FLOOR
The first floor includes principal bedrooms with built-in storage, underfloor heating, and stunning far-reaching views. The rooms are finished with exposed beams and modern high-quality fixtures, providing comfortable and stylish accommodation.

SECOND FLOOR
The second floor provides further flexible living space with a mezzanine bedroom and a family bathroom, both benefiting from underfloor heating and contemporary fittings. Velux windows and roofline features add character and light throughout this level.

OUTSIDE
Externally, the property includes a tarmac driveway with turning area and gravelled parking, front and rear gardens with lawns and timber-decked patios, and a 1.5-acre paddock suitable for pony or horse grazing. There is a detached garage with a water purification system, adjacent storeroom, and a stable/workshop with water and power, offering potential for conversion subject to planning.

PLEASE NOTE
The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.

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BROCHURE DETAILS
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Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
F
Date Posted
2026-01-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 801 Homes with Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).

This Property£453,333 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £191,706 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
69 C
77 C

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

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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

80 Mbps

Superfast · available to 64% of premises

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Laneshaw Bridge Primary1.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    204
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Colne Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    187
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Kelbrook Primary School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    96
    Type
    Community school
  • Foulridge Saint Michael and All Angels CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School2.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    175
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Park Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    319
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Colne Park High School1.9 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    989
    Type
    Academy converter
  • West Craven High School3.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    528
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Colne Primet Academy3.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    805
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School3.8 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    812
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Pendle Vale College4.1 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,046
    Type
    Community school

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

Spar - Kelbrook, Kelbrook1.9 miles
Morrisons Daily Colne Glenroy Avenue, Colne2.4 miles
Sainsburys Colne, Colne2.5 miles

GP surgery

Harambee Surgery2.3 miles

Pharmacy

Leedams Pharmacy2.3 miles

Hospital

Pendle Community Hospital5 miles

Walking trail

Pennine Bridleway913 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Colne Rail Station3.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Barnside1 mile

Typical drive times

Colne6 min · 2.6 miles
Earby12 min · 3.7 miles
Trawden8 min · 3.4 miles
Barrowford12 min · 5 miles
Bradford (city)40 min · 19 miles

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.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • 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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