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Ratcliffe Wharf Lane | Forton | Preston | PR3 0AN

Jackson Hill House

19 Castle Hill, Lancaster LA1 1YN

sales@fi neandcountry-lakes.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1524 380560

Fine & Country

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Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies

specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of

luxury residential property. With offices in the UK,

Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary,

Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West

Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread

exposure of the international marketplace with the

local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected

independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive

properties require a more compelling, sophisticated

and intelligent presentation - leading to a common,

yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy

emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing

delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts

for property promotion combined with the latest

technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most

important decisions you make; your home is both

a financial and emotional investment. With Fine &

Country you benefit from the local knowledge,

experience, expertise and contacts of

a well trained, educated and courteous team of

professionals, working to make the sale or purchase

of your property as stress free as possible.

FINE & COUNTRY

JACKSON HILL HOUSE


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Jackson Hill House presents an exciting opportunity to acquire an idyllically

situated 5 bed family home set within ample private grounds that include

formal gardens, an attached quadruple garage and home offi ce, two separate

detached workshops/garaging and 3 acres of adjoining land. This unique

package is set within the beautiful and peaceful countryside setting of

Forton and will appeal to a range of buyers, from those looking to work

from home to those with equestrian interests and larger families looking

for that countryside ideal that doesn’t compromise on great accessibility

to the M6 and into Lancaster City Centre. The original barn dates back to

the 1800s and was converted by the sole owners in 1986. It now stands

as a substantial and fl exible family home that offers a wealth of characterful

features expected from a quality barn conversion. The property is set over

two fl oors and affords a total of four reception rooms, a breakfast kitchen

with separate utility, fi ve double bedrooms, of which the master is ensuite,

and two bathrooms.


Forton is a quiet countryside village located just off the A6 that provides

great access for those looking to commute, whether that be to Lancaster

City Centre (15 minutes drive), Garstang (10 minutes drive), Preston City

Centre (25 minutes drive) or further afi eld, with M6 access a mere 5

minutes drive away. With an abundance of local country and canal side

walks right from your doorstep, Jackson Hill House truly offers an idyllic

lifestyle that does not compromise on convenient amenities and commutes.

Forton village has a well rated primary school and cricket and bowling

club a short stroll away. The nearby market town, Garstang also provides

a wealth of amenities including primary and secondary schooling,

supermarkets, post offi ce, shops, cafes, popular pubs and sporting facilities

that include a public swimming pool and a range of sports and arts clubs.

The private drive sweeps through the immaculate grounds of the property

leading around to the rear parking area where there is access to the

quadruple garage. The driveway also splits off to continue up the detached

workshop and garaging where there is a large hardstanding parking area

and access to the adjoining 3 acres of land. Double glazed entrance doors

opens into a useful entrance porch with practical stone fl agged fl oors that

continue into the entrance hall. The glazed entrance doors and high ceilings

that extend up to the mezzanine of the fi rst fl oor landing allow for plenty

of natural light to fl ow throughout and the open space is full of character

that sets the tone for what’s to come. Double doors open into the fi rst

reception room, a double ended sitting room boasting a dual aspect to

include sliding patio doors opening onto the formal gardens to the front.

A Jetmaster open fi re is set within an exposed stone wall with a hearty

stone fl agged hearth and the deeps sills of the windows and exposed

stone inglenook add to the character. From here there is also access into

a snug which features a multifuel stove set within a brick surround, great

for creating a cosy atmosphere in the winter months.









An inner hall leads along to the formal dining room and into the morning

room for a more relaxed dining setting and lounge area set around a

multi-fuel stove with a characterful brick surround. Pretty window seats

are the ideal spot from which to relax and take in the beautiful views over

the front, looking out across the garden that extends into rolling countryside.

Adjoining the morning room is the hearty breakfast kitchen. A great sized

kitchen offers great potential for modernisation and to create a wonderful

family hub. At present, it comprises a selection of wood units and a large

central island with breakfast bar. From the kitchen there is a large utility

room that would be perfect for opening up into the kitchen to create a

light fi lled open plan kitchen dining room, subject to relevant consents. At

present it offers a further range of units with space for a fridge freezer,

washing machine and dryer and there is also access into the rear entrance

porch that leads out into the garden.

The inner hall also leads down to a versatile ground fl oor double bedroom

that could be utilised as an additional reception room if required. The

bedroom is supported by an adjacent, neatly presented shower room

with a Mira electric power shower. The staircase leads up from the entrance

hall to the open mezzanine landing with steps leading up to each of the

four double bedrooms on offer. The impressive master bedroom boasts

a dual aspect with stunning views over the surrounding rolling countryside,

a suite of fi tted wardrobes and storage and part exposed ceiling trusses.

The sizeable ensuite comprises a bath and his and hers sinks, fi nished with

beautiful traditional tiling. The remaining bedrooms all offer good proportions

and each has unique views over the surrounding grounds and far reaching

countryside. The family bathroom was updated around 3 years ago and

is fi nished with contemporary tiling, offering a bath with Mira electric power

shower over.



In terms of outbuildings, Jackson Hill House has a plethora of spaces that

cover the whole family’s needs. The integral quadruple garage can be

accessed internally from the inner hall on the ground fl oor. This large garage

also provides ample work space, two up and over doors leading onto the

rear drive, access into a good sized offi ce, a hidden away garden room

and fi nally, a great versatile space on the fi rst fl oor which could be used

as an additional offi ce or hang out for the kids. Across the driveway there

is a detached outbuilding presently utilised as a garden store with a coal

and log store within. This is again a sizeable space that could also be used

a workshop. The driveway splits off before the house to also lead to the

large hardstanding parking area in front of the fi nal detached workshop

building. This was formerly used for the storage and restoration of classic

cars and even boasts central heating and a separate work room. It could

also be converted into stabling, with the hardstanding parking area making

for a great yard with direct access into the adjoining 3 acres of grazing

land. For those not wishing to utilise the land, there is presently an informal

agreement in place with a local farmer who grazes the land so you can

enjoy the benefi t of the added privacy without the upkeep.

The formal gardens are immaculate, offering an open lawn and a mix of

shrubbery borders with a selection of trees to include a very productive

apple tree and a beautiful Silver Birch. The fl agged patio extends around

the front of the property creating great spaces for seating areas and alfresco

dining, set in front of the large feature pond. This area of the garden is

fl anked by tall hedges creating a private haven from which to take in the

beautiful and peaceful surrounds.





DirectionsTravelling along the A6 from Lancaster/ M6 J33, after passing The Holly pub take the next right hand turn down Ratcliffe Wharf Lane. Continue for approx. ½ mile and once you have passed over the canal bridge, the driveway entrance to the property is second on the right.

ServicesMains waterPrivate septic tank drainageOil fi red central heating

TenureFreehold

Council Tax BandG


Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

The fi xtures, fi ttings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are

reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the

brochure. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 4270819 Registered Offi ce: Ellerthwaite Square, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1DU



Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies

specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of

luxury residential property. With offices in the UK,

Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary,

Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West

Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread

exposure of the international marketplace with the

local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected

independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive

properties require a more compelling, sophisticated

and intelligent presentation - leading to a common,

yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy

emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing

delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts

for property promotion combined with the latest

technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most

important decisions you make; your home is both

a financial and emotional investment. With Fine &

Country you benefit from the local knowledge,

experience, expertise and contacts of

a well trained, educated and courteous team of

professionals, working to make the sale or purchase

of your property as stress free as possible.

FINE & COUNTRY

JACKSON HILL HOUSE


Ratcliffe Wharf Lane | Forton | Preston | PR3 0AN

Jackson Hill House

19 Castle Hill, Lancaster LA1 1YN

sales@fi neandcountry-lakes.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1524 380560

Fine & Country


Jackson Hill House Ratcliffe Wharf Lane | Forton | Preston ... · the front, looking out across the garden that extends into rolling countryside . Adjoining the morning room is the

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