Wheatley Lane Road, Burnley, BB12

A three-bedroom stone-built end-terrace cottage located in the heart of the sought-after village of Fence, offering character accommodation with a driveway and good-sized garden.

The property features a spacious living room with wood-burning stove, a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances opening into a versatile snug/dining area, three bedrooms and a bathroom. Externally there is off-road parking, side patio areas and a generous rear garden offering excellent potential, all within walking distance of village pubs and the local shop/post office.

Ground Floor
Porch/Entrance: 4’44’’ x 4’10’’ (1.32 x 1.48)
Accessed via a traditional timber entrance door, the porch features decorative Victorian-style tiled flooring, neutral décor and ceiling light point, with adequate space for a console table or storage. A partly glazed timber door leads through to the living room, with a carpeted staircase rising to the first floor.

Living room: 15’5’’ x 18’11’’ (4.70 x 5.77)
A spacious living room with timber flooring throughout, exposed ceiling beams and a wood-burning stove inset into a stone fireplace situated on a stone half with timber mantle. The room benefits from a timber double-glazed window to the front with partial countryside views and two further timber-framed double-glazed windows overlooking the rear
garden, a mix of neutral décor and exposed stonework, wall-mounted lighting, radiator, and a small built-in cupboard housing the gas meter.

Kitchen: 9’1’’ x 9’3’’ (2.77 x 2.81)
A modern fitted kitchen with a range of upper and lower units, marble effect work surfaces and Karndean flooring extending into the adjoining snug/dining area. Integrated appliances include a Hotpoint ceramic hob with extractor above, built-in oven, microwave, vertical fridge freezer and slimline dishwasher, along with a sink with drainer and mixer tap,
LED lighting throughout, radiator, and a timber barn-style door provides access to the rear garden whilst the window provides natural light.

Dining area/Snug: 9’1’’ x 8’0’’ (2.77 x 2.43)
Currently used as a snug, this versatile room is also suitable as a dining room, featuring Karndean flooring, neutral décor throughout, two timber-framed double-glazed windows, centralised spotlight and a radiator.

First Floor

First Floor Landing: 10’2’’ x 7’11’’ (3.11 x 2.42)
The first-floor landing is carpeted with neutral décor, featuring a timber double-glazed window with stone lintel above overlooking the rear garden and open fields beyond. The landing includes a small radiator, loft hatch providing access to the attic space, and gives access to all three bedrooms and the house bathroom.

Bedroom 1: 13’5’’ x 10’8’’ (4.10 x 3.25)
The main bedroom features timber flooring with neutral décor and a stone-effect stacked slate feature wall. The room benefits from a ceiling fan with integrated light fitting, a good-sized built-in wardrobe with two additional storage cupboards, two radiators, and two timber-framed double-glazed windows enjoying views across Fence village.

Bedroom 2: 9’1’’ x 9’6’’ (2.77 x 2.89)
Bedroom two features timber flooring with neutral décor and a stone effect stacked slate feature wall. The room includes a timber-framed double-glazed window overlooking Fence village, a radiator, a good sized fitted wardrobe, and a centralised pendant light fitting.

Bedroom 3: 9’6’’ x 7’11’’ (2.89 x 2.42)
Bedroom three is currently arranged as a single bedroom, featuring a bespoke timber platform bed with integrated storage, fitted wardrobe and additional drawers. The room is carpeted with mixed décor, a timber-framed double-glazed window with stone lintel above enjoying open field views, centralised pendant light fitting, and a small radiator
discreetly positioned behind the fitted joinery.

House Bathroom: 9’1’’ x 7’9’’ (2.77 x 2.36)
The house bathroom is finished with timber-effect floor tiling and contemporary wall tiling, comprising a panelled bath with overhead rain shower and glazed screen, low-flush WC, wash basin with mixer tap set within a vanity unit, and a vertical heated towel rail. The room
benefits from two skylight windows providing natural light and inset LED ceiling lighting.

Front of Property:
Accessed via a traditional timber gate and stone steps, the front of the property features a stone-flagged pathway leading to the entrance door, bordered by established shrub beds and retained stone walls, creating an attractive cottage-style approach to the house.

Side of Property:
To the side of the property, at the far extent of the plot, is a good-sized stone-paved driveway providing off-road parking for a single vehicle.

Beyond this is a timber bin store and an additional timber gate giving access to a fully paved side garden, featuring a built-in barbecue/grill area and offering further access through to the rear garden.

Rear Garden:
The rear garden is a generously sized outdoor space that offers an excellent blank canvas for a buyer to personalise and enhance to their own taste. Located in a south facing position, it is currently laid with a combination of stone flagging and pebble surfacing. The garden provides a practical layout with direct access from the kitchen and scope to create an attractive seating, entertaining or landscaped area.

While in need of cosmetic attention, the space has clear potential to be transformed into a pleasant and functional garden, further complementing the property.

Location:
The property is situated in the peaceful, sought-after Lancashire village of Fence, on popular Wheatley Lane Road. Surrounded by open countryside, it combines rural charm with good connections to Burnley and the M65. A village shop, post office, good schools, footpaths and a few welcoming pubs are all close by, while nearby Barrowford provides additional amenities.