Horton, BD23 3JX

Horton Lodge is an exclusive development set amidst beautiful open countryside in the Ribble Valley, ideally located for easy access to both Yorkshire and Lancashire. Perfectly positioned on the edge of the Forest of Bowland and the Yorkshire Dales, it enjoys a stunning riverside setting, extending to just under four acres of private gardens and thoughtfully landscaped communal areas. Securely accessed via electronically controlled gates, a sweeping driveway leads over Stock Beck—a tributary of the River Ribble and a haven for local wildlife—creating an impressive approach to the property. Accessed through a central courtyard the property briefly comprises:- Ground Floor Entrance porch with coat storage, leading to inner hall with stairs to first floor. Superb dining kitchen by Eastburn Kitchens, with central island unit, family dining area and a solid wood kitchen with milestone worksurfaces and modern appliances. Double doors leading to beautiful Oak framed garden room with impressive fireplace housing wood burning stove, solid wood flooring and 4K projector with drop down screen. Doors to garden. Separate sitting room with large bay window to front elevation and views over garden, the sitting room has a media wall and lpg gas burning stove. First floor Principal bedroom suite, dual aspect and with en-suite shower room and twin walk in wardrobes. On the first floor there is a separate laundry room with plumbing for washer and dryer and a second spacious double bedroom which is ensuite. Second Floor Three further well-sized bedrooms with a further shower room and seperate WC. There are two ample double rooms and a single room. The accommodation is spacious and exceptionally well planned, featuring modern fixtures and fittings throughout. The property benefits from an air recirculation system, gas central heating from LPG. Drainage is to a fully compliant water treatment system. There is a communal service charge set at £100 per month which pays for gardening, water, lighting and power for the communal areas. Broadband connection is excellent and provided by Wave with a 35 megabit download speed which can be upgraded to 65 mbps. Outside To the rear of the property is a substantial private garden with lawn and patio area orientated to take advantage of the sun and the view. The garden has access to the beck and has a lower level patio which is delightful in the summer. The gardens are South and West facing and benefits from the sun all day and a wonderful sunset for those late evenings in the summer by the river. In addition there are large open spaces in the grounds of Horton Lodge offering ample space for children to play. Residents benefit from communal and plentiful private parking as well as allocated undercover parking, including a spacious workshop / store room with power and lighting and there is an electric car charging point exclusive to this property. Only by viewing this substantial, well-proportioned home and its delightful surroundings can one truly appreciate the quality and setting on offer. Location The nearby villages of Gisburn and Barnoldswick, just 1.5 and 2 miles away respectively, provide a good range of everyday amenities, while the area falls within the catchment for highly regarded schools including Gisburn Primary, Bowland High, and the acclaimed grammar schools in Skipton and Clitheroe. The larger market towns of Skipton, Clitheroe, and Colne are all around nine miles from the property, offering an excellent choice of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. For commuters, the M65 and M6 motorways are easily accessible, and train stations in Skipton, Clitheroe, and Preston provide convenient connections to key business centres across both Yorkshire and Lancashire, as well as further afield.