For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in Dolphinholme, Lancaster, LA2 9DQ£975,000

***VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY**** Street Barn is a remarkable five-bedroom barn conversion that exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship and design. Originally converted in 1985 and recently renovated over the past nine months, this property offers an abundance of living space set in approximately one acre of beautifully landscaped gardens. Upon entering, you are greeted by a welcoming reception hall that seamlessly flows into a spacious open-plan kitchen dining room. This area is the epitome of contemporary multi-use living, blending modern functionality with charming character features. The kitchen boasts a range of high-quality base and wall units, an island, two Bosch ovens, an AEG induction hob, integrated dishwasher, and elegant solid porcelain flooring. Large windows provide delightful views of the front and rear gardens, and there's a convenient dining space. Off the kitchen, a bright and airy summer room with windows on all sides invites you to enjoy garden views and opens onto a patio for outdoor entertaining. On the opposite side of the kitchen, you'll find a generously proportioned sitting room with exposed trusses, a cozy log burner, and access to the rear gardens. The ground floor also includes a versatile double bedroom, ideal as an office or additional reception space, a bathroom, and a practical utility room. A staircase from the kitchen dining area leads to the master suite on the first floor, featuring distinctive windows and an en-suite bathroom with both a shower and bath. Two additional bedrooms and a connecting door to the landing, which incorporates a glass galleried walkway over the kitchen/breakfast room below, complete the first-floor layout. Another staircase on the opposite side of the ground floor leads to two spacious double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, one of which offers dual access from both staircases. The property boasts the added luxury of an indoor swimming pool, situated in a separate outbuilding alongside the main house. This leisure area also includes a shower room, WC, and plant room. Outside, the property is set amidst approximately one acre of meticulously maintained gardens, predominantly laid to lawn with extensive patio areas and a charming orchard at the side. Mature hedges and tree borders provide privacy. A sweeping tarmac driveway welcomes you and leads to a double garage and a large open carport area conveniently located by the side entrance. Street Barn is ideally located on the outskirts of the historic village of Dolphinholme, on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This picturesque village is designated as a historic conservation area and is nestled along the banks of the River Wyre. Dolphinholme offers essential amenities, including a village shop, primary school, village hall, parish church, and a welcoming pub. For more extensive amenities, the vibrant town of Lancaster is just a short fifteen-minute drive away. Lancaster, the county town of Lancashire, boasts historic landmarks such as Lancaster Castle and provides a wide range of services, including supermarkets, fuel stations, a hospital, Lancaster University's campus, excellent primary and secondary schools, and colleges. The town also offers a variety of dining options and entertainment venues. The M6 motorway is easily accessible, connecting you to Preston, Manchester, the Lake District, and Carlisle. Lancaster's railway station offers convenient train links to London Euston, Edinburgh, and Manchester. For air travel, Manchester and Liverpool airports are both within a two-hour drive. Distance to key locations: - Lancaster: 7 miles - Preston: 19 miles - Lake District: 25 miles - Manchester: 50 miles - Carlisle: 70