The Boskins, Barrack Fold, Ainsworth BL2 | Escape to the Quiet Life in This Countryside Home

The Boskins, Barrack Fold, BL2 5PU

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A Slower Pace of Life

Set amidst stunning countryside with panoramic views, The Boskins forms part of a small collection of homes on the former site of Barrack Fold Farm. A beautifully finished four-bedroom terraced home, it also enjoys parking to the front and a soon-to-be professionally landscaped garden to the rear, accessed by bifold doors.

Reached via a private, winding road, The Boskins offers the perfect lifestyle for those seeking to slow down and enjoy the quiet life in a secure and secluded, gated community, without compromising on space or access to health and leisure amenities. As the characterful interior is completed to a high specification throughout, there’s nothing left to do but move in and relax.

As you pass the electric gates, soak in the sweeping views of the distant hills and neighbouring farmland on the approach to the house. To the front, the beautiful stone exterior blends seamlessly with its rural surroundings, while the contrasting black-framed windows echo the part-glazed front door, inviting you inside.

A Guided Tour…

In the hallway, fresh white paintwork, seen throughout the house, pairs with parquet-style luxury vinyl tiling (LVT) and oak doors, creating a minimalist feel. Meanwhile, the underfloor heating continues across the ground floor, along with the recessed downlights, to ensure a warm welcome home.

At one end, you’ll find a spacious lavatory with high-end sanitaryware integrated into a storage unit with a granite top, backed by chic ceramic tiling and an LED mirror. The glossy white format tiles underfoot reflect light from dual-aspect windows, including a tall, angled window fitted with a bespoke Venetian blind that draws the eye to the dramatic sloped ceiling.

Follow the LVT in the hall as it extends into the impressively proportioned, open-plan dining and kitchen area. Here, statement bifold doors create an instant flow for parties, whether they begin in the garden or around the table with friends and family.

On the other side of a useful oak-fronted storage cupboard, an excellent range of sleek, handle-free cabinetry wraps around the kitchen. The tonal creams and deep greens complement the marble worktops, upstands, and splashback, while the high-gloss finish is enhanced by under-cabinet lighting and a casement window with a fitted blind to match those screening the bifold doors. The kitchen also benefits from a full range of integrated Neff appliances, including an oven, combination microwave oven, and five-ring induction hob, as well as a concealed fridge-freezer, dishwasher, and washer-dryer.

Return to the hallway, continuing past a deep-set window before entering the luxuriously carpeted living room. Drenched in natural light by a tall front window and wide bifolds opening to the rear garden, it orients around a bespoke media wall with recesses for a large television and soundbar above a super-stylish, flame-effect fireplace. The alcoves on either side are painted grey to provide a striking contrast to the chunky white oak-shelved storage units and coordinate with two designer vertical radiators.

On the First Floor

From the hallway, an enclosed staircase rises to the landing, where the neutral carpeting flows into all four double bedrooms. The oak-and-glass banister chimes with the exposed beams and oak doors characterising this level, adding to the tranquil atmosphere created by the lovely country scenes visible from various vantage points.

The principal bedroom is particularly impressive with its vaulted beamed ceiling, generous footprint, and dual-aspect windows framing those views. It also boasts a bank of spot-lit double wardrobes, with a fitted mirror on the end, allowing you to store all your clothes, shoes, and accessories with ease.

Meanwhile, marble floor and wall tiles lend a five-star hotel ambience to the en suite, which features a spacious walk-in rainfall shower next to the heated towel rail, a wall-hung vanity basin unit with an LED mirror above, and a back-to-wall toilet with a personal hygiene attachment.

Finished with beams and recessed downlights, the remaining three bedrooms are all a good size and share a large family bathroom with marble tiling that matches the en suite. Warmed by a heated towel rail, it features a large double-ended bath with a glass-screened overhead shower and a blue vanity unit that incorporates a modern sink and toilet. A wide LED mirror ensures perfect lighting conditions for your grooming routine.

Al Fresco

Fold back the living room doors and step out into a soon-to-be professionally landscaped garden overlooking the charming rural scenery beyond. From where you’re standing, a paved patio runs to the bifolds in the dining kitchen, helping you to visualise the width of the planned tiered lawn, which will be enclosed by attractive fencing. Overall, the size will strike a balance between outdoor space for relaxation and easy maintenance, providing flexibility to suit any stage of life.

Out & About

Ainsworth is a pretty village to the south of the West Pennine Moors, about three miles west of Bury town centre and 2.9 miles from the mill town of Bolton. A Conservation Area lies at its historic heart, while its elevated position allows for fantastic views across the surrounding countryside. Some lovely local walks include George’s Woods, Lowercroft Reservoir, and Jumbles Country Park.

Locally, residents enjoy traditional village pubs, a village hall with regular events, the popular Casalingo Restaurant, Arthur Lane Nurseries Garden Centre, and access to Ainsworth Village Dental Practice. Ainsworth is also conveniently located near Harwood, which offers a range of amenities, including a Morrisons supermarket, pubs, and well-regarded restaurants.

Just a short drive away, Bury town centre hosts a thriving market, The Rock shopping complex, and a variety of cafés, restaurants, and entertainment options. From Bury, the heritage East Lancashire Railway runs to Heywood, Ramsbottom and Rawtenstall. Active families will also love being within striking distance of Ski Rossendale Dry Ski Slope, Marl Pits Leisure Centre, Golf Kingdom, and The Water Ski Academy at Cowm Reservoir.

Getting Around

The surrounding towns are stopping points on the Metrolink network, which operates along eight routes radiating from Manchester City Centre for a fast, reliable, and low-carbon commute. Meanwhile, the nearby A road connects Bury to Bolton (c. 15mins), with the A56 providing a direct route to Manchester (c. 30mins), where trains from Piccadilly station run to London Euston in just over two hours.

Education

Christ Church Ainsworth C of E Primary School, located within the village, is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Secondary education is accessible in nearby Bury and Radcliffe, with options including Tottington High School and St Gabriel’s RC High School. Bury is also home to grammar schools, with the ‘Outstanding’ Eden Boys’ School and an independent co-ed day school available in Bolton.