Asten Buildings, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4

A Characterful Stone Cottage with Fantastic Potential in the Heart of Cowpe.

Set within the sought-after semi-rural village of Cowpe, this traditional two-bedroom back-to-back stone cottage presents an exciting opportunity for first-time buyers, landlords, investors or anyone looking for a property they can improve and make their own.

Offered with vacant possession and no onward chain, the property requires a degree of general updating, but therein lies much of its appeal. With characterful stone construction, well-proportioned accommodation and a wonderful Rossendale setting, this is a home with genuine potential to add value through sympathetic modernisation.

The location is a particular highlight. Cowpe offers a quieter village atmosphere surrounded by the spectacular countryside for which the Rossendale Valley is renowned, while remaining conveniently placed for Waterfoot and Rawtenstall town centre. Rawtenstall has developed into a thriving destination with independent shops, cafés, bars, restaurants, its popular market and retail facilities, making this an excellent base for enjoying both countryside and town life.

The Accommodation

A useful entrance vestibule opens into a surprisingly spacious lounge, providing the main living and dining space and offering plenty of scope for a purchaser to introduce their own style.

Also positioned on the ground floor is the kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a range of units and integrated appliances including an oven, hob, extractor, fridge and freezer.

From the ground floor, the staircase rises to the first-floor landing, where there are two bedrooms together with the house bathroom.

The existing accommodation provides an excellent starting point for refurbishment, and buyers looking for a project will immediately appreciate the possibilities available.

Outside

Externally, the cottage benefits from a garden area to the front, providing valuable private outdoor space.

The wider setting is one of the property’s biggest attractions, with open farmland and beautiful Rossendale countryside immediately surrounding the area. For walkers, cyclists, runners and anyone who enjoys the outdoors, the valley provides an exceptional backdrop to everyday life.

Location & Lifestyle

Cowpe combines a semi-rural feel with convenient access to the neighbouring communities of Waterfoot and Rawtenstall. Rawtenstall sits at the centre of the Rossendale Valley and offers an increasingly diverse selection of shops, independent businesses, restaurants, cafés, bars, leisure facilities and its rejuvenated market.

Rossendale is particularly well placed for road commuters. The A56/M66 corridor provides connections towards Greater Manchester, while the wider motorway network gives access towards Manchester, Bury, Blackburn, Burnley and surrounding commercial centres.

Families have access to a selection of primary and secondary schools throughout Waterfoot, Rawtenstall and the wider Rossendale Valley, with prospective purchasers advised to check current admissions policies and catchment areas directly with the relevant authorities.

For leisure, Rossendale offers an enviable combination of countryside and established sporting facilities. The wider area is home to golf, cricket and rugby clubs, including Rawtenstall Cricket Club and Rossendale Rugby Club, alongside leisure facilities, walking routes, cycling and miles of open countryside.

An Opportunity Not to Be Missed

Whether you’re searching for your first home, a renovation project, a buy-to-let investment or an addition to an existing property portfolio, this traditional stone cottage deserves serious consideration.

Its combination of two-bedroom accommodation, outdoor space, semi-rural surroundings, proximity to Waterfoot and Rawtenstall, vacant possession and no onward chain creates a compelling opportunity for buyers prepared to carry out some updating.

Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the setting, accommodation and potential on offer.

Property details, distances, school availability/catchments and transport information should be independently verified by prospective purchasers.


IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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