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A Remarkable Former Village School Reimagined as an Exceptional Character Home

The Old School House, Preston Road, Grimsargh, Lancs, PR2
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£700,000

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FEATURES

Former village school transformed into a truly unique energy efficient character home
Full of original features including stone mullioned windows, vaulted ceilings and exposed beams
Modern garden room with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors and underfloor heating
Stunning, spacious lounge with vaulted pitch pine ceiling and feature brick fireplace
Farmhouse kitchen with oak cabinetry and granite worktops
Versatile layout throughout with potential for more living spaces or bedrooms
Dedicated utility room and pantry
Double garage/workshop with electric door, EV charging point and service lift to loft storage
Landscaped gardens and ample off road parking
One of Grimsargh's most distinctive and historic homes

PROPERTY INFO

Property Type

House

Property Style

Detached

Parking

Double Garage

Floor Area

3391

Tenure Type

Freehold

Year Built

1809

Council Tax Band

F

Sewerage

Private Supply

Water

Mains

Steeped in history and rich in character, The Old School House is one of Grimsargh's most remarkable homes. Once the heart of the village as its original school, this exceptional residence has been sympathetically transformed over the years into a truly unique family home, effortlessly blending period charm with contemporary comfort.

Key Features
• Former village school transformed into a truly unique character home
• Wealth of original features including stone mullioned windows, vaulted ceilings and exposed beams
• Stunning farmhouse kitchen with oak cabinetry, granite worktops, Belfast sink, central island and dual-fuel Mercury Range Cooker
• Spacious dining room with multi-fuel stove and bespoke steel and oak staircase
• Versatile first-floor wing with cinema room, bedroom and shower room
• Flexible study/additional ground floor bedroom with gas-effect log burner
• Luxury family bathroom currently under construction
• Spectacular garden room with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors and feature stone wall
• Magnificent lounge with vaulted pitch pine ceiling and feature brick fireplace
• Impressive principal bedroom suite with en-suite shower room and walk-in wardrobe
• Dedicated utility room and separate pantry
• Double garage/workshop with electric door, EV charging point and service lift to storeroom
• Underfloor heating, integrated ground floor speaker system and air conditioning
• External CCTV and high-speed Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity throughout
• Beautifully landscaped gardens and generous driveway providing ample off-road parking
• One of Grimsargh's most distinctive and historic homes



Agent's Perspective
From the moment you step inside, the property reveals an abundance of original features, including beautiful stone mullioned windows, exposed timbers, solid oak flooring and skirting, vaulted ceilings and characterful fireplaces, all carefully complemented by modern luxuries such as underfloor heating, an integrated ground-floor speaker system and air conditioning.

The ground floor has been thoughtfully designed to create a wonderful flow between living spaces, making it equally suited to everyday family life and entertaining. At its heart lies the impressive farmhouse kitchen, beautifully appointed with handcrafted oak cabinetry, granite worktops, a Belfast sink, generous storage, a central island and a dual-fuel Mercury Range Cooker. The adjoining dining room provides a warm and inviting setting for family gatherings, centred around a multi-fuel stove and enhanced by a stunning open Oak and steel staircase.

This staircase leads to a versatile first-floor wing, currently arranged as a superb cinema room, bedroom and shower room. Whether utilised as a private guest suite, teenagers' retreat, home office or additional living accommodation, this flexible space offers endless possibilities and the room is already configured for straightforward conversion into two additional permanent bedrooms.

Back on the ground floor, the study provides yet another adaptable room, equally suited as a home office or additional bedroom, complete with an attractive coal effect gas stove. A luxurious family bathroom, currently being completed, will provide an elegant addition to the home, including a freestanding stone bath, twin shelf mounted sink and underfloor heating.

One of the property's most striking spaces is the spectacular garden room. Bathed in natural light thanks to floor-to-ceiling sliding doors overlooking the gardens, this exceptional room features porcelain tiled flooring, an impressive exposed stone feature wall and seamless access to the outside, creating a wonderful connection between home and garden.

The adjoining fully insulated double garage is far more than simply a place to park. Featuring a wide electric door, EV charging point and extensive workshop space, it also benefits from a practical service lift providing easy access to the generous storeroom above. Subject to the necessary planning consents, this versatile area offers excellent potential for conversion into a self-contained annexe, granny flat or additional living accommodation, ideal for multi-generational living or guest accommodation.

The magnificent lounge is undoubtedly one of the home's standout features, showcasing an impressive vaulted pitch pine ceiling, beautiful exposed brick fireplace and a wealth of original character. From here, an oak staircase rises to the outstanding principal bedroom suite, a sanctuary boasting exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, a stylish en-suite shower room and a walk-in wardrobe.

Practicality has not been overlooked, with a dedicated utility room and separate pantry providing excellent additional storage and workspace.
Externally, The Old School House enjoys beautifully maintained gardens that perfectly complement the property's historic charm. Offering a wonderful balance of landscaped spaces for entertaining, relaxing and family enjoyment, the grounds provide an attractive setting with ample parking and an enviable calm and sheltered setting.

A home of this calibre is rarely available. Combining fascinating history, exceptional craftsmanship, flexible accommodation and modern convenience, The Old School House offers a truly once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Grimsargh's most distinctive and memorable homes. Extensively insulated throughout, The Old School House benefits from a high-performance solar and battery system, resulting in negative energy bills. The property also receives government-backed, index-linked Feed-in Tariff payments (approx. £2,500 per year) until 2036, while the battery system provides seamless whole-house backup power during outages with off-grid capability.

Client's Perspective
We have thoroughly enjoyed our life here, whilst at the same time reconverting this heritage property to blend the historical assets with all the contemporary features desired for modern comfortable living. We take great pride in having developed a series of indoor and outdoor spaces to suit a range of needs and occasions: a weekend with family and friends; professional working from home; confidential or cosy chats; curling up with a book or escaping to lose oneself in the garden. At the same time, deliberately ensuring there is scope to change key elements of the layout to suit any different needs of future owners.

We have greatly valued the central location and proximity to the transport network, plus the excellent local services. The fabulous community spirit of Grimsargh has contributed to the joy of living here: the friendly pub & shop, the monthly Farmers’ Markets, the wide range of activities at the Village Hall, together with the annual Field Day, all making for a wonderful life in this Lancashire Village.
A particular passion of ours has been to dispel the myth that an old property is inherently difficult to heat/cool and with our installation of insulation, underfloor heating, air conditioning, EV charger, solar panels and battery storage we are particularly delighted to have resulted in a heritage character home, that is gloriously warm in winter, cool in summer and has negative combined utility bills - yes, we make a an annual profit, including running the car. Totally the icing on the cake for us…..

Additional Information
Bathroom under construction, due to be completed August 2026. Will include high vaulted roof, freestanding stone bath, wall hung WC, twin shelf mounted stone sinks and underfloor heated.
A new waste water treatment plant was installed in 2022
A 9.6kW solar system and battery storage are installed on the garage extension in addition to a 4kW solar system on the main house roof. These are configured to enable full off grid capability and seamlessly provide power in the event of a power cut.”
Comprehensive CCTV security system with high-speed Ethernet and seamless Wi-Fi coverage throughout the property.
Large external log store

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
Please note that an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) check is required for all prospective buyers. A fee of £60 plus VAT per individual will be charged to cover the cost of this mandatory compliance process. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid prior to the commencement of the checks.
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