Blackburn Road, Egerton, Bolton £1,650,000

Experience the tranquillity of country living at Howarth Fold Farm, a magnificent Grade II listed home dating back to 1649. This extraordinary stone detached farmhouse, spanning over 4,000 square feet, seamlessly merges contemporary conveniences with the enchanting features of the Carolean era, creating a perfect blend of historical charm and modern luxury.

Nestled in the rural embrace of the West Pennine Moors in the picturesque village of Egerton, this unique five bedroom home offers breathtaking panoramic views that extend over Winter Hill, Belmont, and beyond, complemented by clear, open vistas of Dunscar Golf Course.

Imagine waking up to serene scenes of rolling hills, lush greenery, and the meticulously manicured fairways of the golf course, with the landscape changing its hues with the seasons. The sunsets here are nothing short of spectacular, painting the sky in a myriad of colours and providing a perfect backdrop for tranquil evenings.

Rural Grandeur
As you pull off Blackburn Road, pass through the gated entrance, and follow the long, sweeping driveway, ample parking awaits. Low dry stone walls and privet hedging border the neatly mown lawns adding the perfect external trimmings to this handsome and elegant home. Stroll through the manicured gardens, explore the natural beauty of the surrounding fields, or simply sit back and enjoy the serene ambiance.

The Warmest Of Welcomes
The stone-built entrance porch and oak door open into a welcoming hallway, marking the beginning of the enchantment that awaits within. To the right, a walk-in cloakroom and separate guest WC offer practical elegance. The study/snug, featuring an open fireplace, invites cosy evenings with a good book and serves as an ideal workspace for those who work from home.

Functional Splendour
Follow the glazed oak door from the hallway and step into the spectacular dining room. This space, capable of accommodating a grand 12-14 seater table, transforms into a billiards table after dinner, providing both elegance and versatility. The dining room features an open stone fireplace with a contemporary log burner, creating an ideal setting for intimate family dinners and grand feasts alike. The room exudes a timeless charm with its oak flooring, neutral walls, and beamed ceilings. Stone mullion windows offer a picturesque view of the front garden, allowing natural light to flood the space and enhance its warm, inviting ambiance.

Elegance Unveiled
From the dining room, continue through into the impressive formal lounge. A conservatory-style corridor, flooded with natural light, guides you to this grand space, where high ceilings and an inviting atmosphere make it perfect for evening gatherings. The lounge is a masterpiece of design, with furniture thoughtfully centred around a contemporary inset wood burner stove, framed by a striking stone mosaic tiled chimney breast. This focal point exudes warmth and style, creating a cosy yet sophisticated ambiance. Light pours in through the triple aspect windows, which frame far-reaching views of the surrounding landscape, seamlessly inviting the outdoors in. The expansive windows not only enhance the room's airy feel but also offer a constantly changing canvas of the stunning countryside.

A glazed door leads directly from the lounge onto the patio area, creating an ideal flow for entertaining. Whether hosting a summer barbecue or an intimate evening under the stars, this seamless indoor-outdoor transition enhances the home's appeal and functionality. Here, you can fully appreciate the tranquillity and beauty of the estate, making every gathering a memorable experience.

Classic Meets Contemporary
Contemporary elegance merges with classic charm in the chicly-styled breakfast kitchen. Walnut and cream-colored units are artfully arranged around the room in a U-shape, offering abundant storage for all your kitchen essentials while complementing the rustic solid wood beams overhead. Taking centre stage is a generously-sized breakfast bar featuring a luxurious cream Corian worktop with an elegant glass shelf and seating for four, complete with a convenient wine cooler. The expansive worktops provide ample space for meal preparation, and two sinks strategically placed by the window offer pleasant garden views. A boiling water tap provides instant hot water, adding a touch of modern convenience to your daily routine. An integrated dishwasher further enhances functionality, making clean-up a breeze in this thoughtfully designed kitchen space. A sleek 5-ring induction hob and stainless steel extractor add to the modern appeal, providing efficient and stylish cooking capabilities.

On one side of the kitchen, tall units house an impressive array of high-end appliances, including three Neff ovens (including a steam oven), an inbuilt coffee machine, and flanking ‘Miele’ fridge and freezer units.

Two openings delineate the spacious breakfast dining room from the kitchen area. The travertine tiling seamlessly connects these spaces, enhanced by feature period panelling that includes a wall-mounted TV, creating an ideal focal point around which to centre your dining table.

Double doors open onto the rear garden and patio, creating a natural extension of the kitchen, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. This design allows light to flow beautifully into the dining area and seamlessly connects to the lounge next door, enhancing the sense of openness and connectivity throughout the home. From the patio, steps lead down to the spacious basement, providing easy access and establishing a continuous flow between the outdoor and indoor spaces. The basement, with its full head height and abundant storage, offers versatile use for storage, hobbies, or additional living space. This thoughtful layout integrates the garden, patio, kitchen, and lounge, creating a harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor living ideal for family life and entertaining.

Adjacent to the kitchen, a lobby provides access to the front garden and leads to a convenient and spacious larder/storage room located next to utility/ boot room.. The utility/boot room combines practicality and style, featuring wall and base cabinets topped with timber laminate worktops, a sink, and plumbing ready for a washer-dryer installation. This thoughtful design ensures both functionality and aesthetic harmony throughout the kitchen and utility areas. Tucked away in a corner of the home, a cosy sitting room offers a peaceful retreat. This inviting space is highlighted by a period black fireplace with a painted surround, flanked by built-in bookshelves. The neutral walls and durable floor tiling, which matches the kitchen, provide versatility for a variety of uses within the room

Sweet Slumber
Ascend the stairs from the centrally located dining room to reach the spacious landing, where five exceptional bedrooms await. Each bedroom features professionally painted wardrobes in a Farrow & Ball palette of soft hues, seamlessly blending with the overall aesthetic of the home, including the beautifully crafted doors throughout. Four of the bedrooms boast luxurious Villeroy & Boch ensuite bathrooms, offering both elegance and comfort. This thoughtfully designed layout ensures that each space is not only functional but also harmoniously styled, creating a serene retreat for family and guests alike.

The main bedroom suite exudes charm with its high, sloping ceiling adorned with painted beams and triple aspect windows that frame picturesque countryside views. Ample space allows for a full set of furniture, complemented by a cosy seating area near the feature fireplace.

A walk-in wardrobe adds practicality to the room, while light cream carpeting enhances its inviting ambiance.

Step through to the ensuite shower room, where a central double shower beckons, surrounded by textured tiled feature walls. A back-to-wall WC and contemporary wall-hung wash basin with a drawer below are set against an elegantly shelf tiled in glossy marble that matches the floor, adding a touch of sophistication to the space.

Adjacent to the main bedroom, along the hallway, bedroom four offers a sense of luxury and spaciousness, affording private views over the tranquil rear garden. The room is appointed with built-in wardrobes featuring elegantly painted panel sliding doors, seamlessly blending functionality with aesthetic appeal.

A short ascent from the bedroom leads to its ensuite bathroom, designed with meticulous attention to detail. Here, you'll find a WC and a wall-hung wash basin with a matching glossy timber shelf below, providing convenient storage. An illuminated mirror enhances the bathroom's ambiance while a built-in bath, complete with a shower above and a glazed screen, offers both comfort and style. A feature tiled strip complements the floor, adding a touch of sophistication to the overall design of this private retreat.

Also along this hallway, adorned in harmonious hues is bedroom three. Upon entering, you step into an open-plan dressing room that flows into the spacious bedroom. Built-in wardrobes match those of bedroom two. Triple aspect windows flood the room with natural light, while built-in shelving beside the chimney breast adds practical elegance to the space.

A glimpse into the ensuite bathroom reveals a long oak countertop with a bowl-style sink and wall-mounted taps, complemented by a shelf and an illuminated mirror above. The bathroom is further equipped with a back-to-wall WC and a double shower featuring a glazed screen. Modern touches include a ceiling-mounted rainfall shower head and sleek grey wall and floor tiling, creating a sophisticated and functional retreat.
On the opposite side of the landing, you'll find two of the five bedrooms, offering a private haven ideal for guests or family members visiting. This division is perfect for multi-generational living or providing teenagers with their own space.

Bedroom two is a generously-sized double room with two windows overlooking the front garden. It boasts ample space for a full set of furniture, adorned in neutral décor to suit any taste. The ensuite shower room features a back-to-wall WC, a double shower with a glazed screen, and a countertop with a bowl sink. An illuminated mirror adds to the functionality of the space, while neutral tiling with textured accents in the shower area enhances its aesthetic appeal.

Bedroom five looks out over the front and is currently set up as a nursery. It boasts neutral décor and features an ornamental period fireplace, adding character and charm to the room.

Slice of Paradise
The spacious T-shape layout of the property allows for distinct areas and private pockets of beautifully landscaped formal gardens, ensuring rest, relaxation, and sunshine throughout the day.

Outside the front, cobbled patios extend from the lounge and conservatory, while a gravelled area leads to the front entrance.

To the rear, a spacious patio seamlessly transitions from stone paving to timber decking. Enclosed by a dry stone wall, this area is perfect for entertaining, enjoying the sunshine, gathering around a firepit, and witnessing spectacular sunsets over Winter Hill and beyond. A short walk from the patio leads to a large, lush lawn bordered by mature plantings, which enhance privacy and neatly delineate the area from the surrounding fields. Currently, sheep graze peacefully in these fields, adding to the pastoral charm of the setting.

Out & About
When you are not busy relaxing in the garden, put on your walking boots and explore the local area, with so many walks to discover on your doorstep.

Step outside and you are on the moors, with miles of meandering footpaths to follow. Winter Hill, across the moors and through the forests; simply spectacular on a snowy winter’s day.

A long sought-after area brimming with reputable schools, quality restaurants and a selection of shops, enjoy access to the main motorway networks from your privileged seat on the edge of the west Pennine moors.

Dine out across the road at popular family Italian Ciao Baby – with many more family-focused restaurants and local bars nearby including the recently-refurbished and dog-friendly Cross Guns (with log burning stoves in the winter) and the Thomas Egerton.

For recreation and exercise, there is a local cricket club at Egerton and two nearby golf clubs at Turton and Dunscar to choose from, with Egerton Park and Delph Reservoir only a walk away.

Families with school-aged children are within the catchment of educational establishments such as Egerton Primary School or Walmsley C of E Primary School, Turton High and Canon Slade.

When the day is done, return home to Howarth Fold Farm, for a home with all the sense of tradition and community in a stunning countryside setting.