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Clitheroe Road, Dutton, Preston... 15 bed detached house for sale
Clitheroe Road, Dutton, Preston, Lancashire, PR3
£2,500,000
Clitheroe Road, Dutton, Preston, Lancashire, PR3
£2,500,000
Our Summary
- Offering over 22,500 sq ft of accommodation in total, the property offers incredible potential, perfectly balancing striking architectural grandeur with a harmonious setting on wooded slopes overlooking the fells
- A standout architectural feature is the round tower with a spiral staircase, providing access to a self-contained apartment potential on the first floor, including what was once the chapel—an impressive room offering an extraordinary opportunity for conversion into a magnificent reception space
- While the house retains considerable original splendour, it now offers an exciting prospect for modernisation, with kitchens, bathrooms, and decorative elements ready to be sympathetically refreshed to suit contemporary family living
- This expansive and varied landscape offers a unique blend of privacy, natural beauty, and potential for outdoor pursuits—making it a rare gem within the Ribble Valley, renowned for its scenic countryside and sought-after lifestyle
- Adjoining garage facilities offer further potential subject to consents
Description
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Here is a summary of the property description in a single paragraph:
Dutton Manor is a rare opportunity to acquire a historic estate extending to approximately 50 acres in the Ribble Valley. The Grade II listed Victorian manor, lodges, and outbuildings offer over 22,500 sq ft of accommodation, perfectly balancing grandeur with a harmonious setting on wooded slopes overlooking the fells. The property has been in the same family for over 50 years and is now offered to the market for the first time. The house features 15 bedrooms, many period features, and a round tower with a spiral staircase, providing access to a self-contained apartment potential. The estate includes a formal garden, manicured lawns, and a pinetum, as well as several additional properties and outbuildings, including a lodge, bothy, and coach house, offering versatility and potential for income. The location is rural yet retains excellent road links, with nearby towns and amenities.