Sold Farm House

4 THE COTTAGE

TOWER FARM, GISBURN ROAD, NELSON, BLACKO, LANCASHIRE BB9 6NF

5 beds 4 baths 2,325 sq ft Listed 13 Mar 2026 (-131d)

£550,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

216 m²

Council tax band

E

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 2003-2006

Last sold

£375,000 Dec 2012

Price per m²

£2,546/m²

Local average

£203,656 (+170.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,753 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Quote Ref: 740635 when calling

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

GUIDE PRICE: £550,000 - £650,000
Council Tax Band - Pendle E

For families craving fresh air and a slower pace of life, this beautiful barn conversion offers space, character and sweeping rural views, all set within generous garden grounds. If you are looking for a freehold home that blends charm with modern comfort, this is one to see.

For families craving fresh air and a slower pace of life, this beautiful barn conversion combines period character with practical modern living, surrounded by open countryside. The kitchen sits at the heart of the home, with a large island, sleek units and exposed beams that add warmth and history. There is plenty of room to cook, dine and gather. The main living room is cosy and welcoming, centred around a feature fireplace and framed by timber beams. To the rear, a bright garden room with a glazed lantern roof and folding doors opens onto the garden and captures far reaching rural views, creating a calm space to relax or entertain.

Upstairs, the bedrooms are full of character with sloping ceilings and beams, while modern bathrooms serve the home with ease. Outside, the enclosed garden provides safe space for children and pets, with patio areas for outdoor dining. The property already benefits from a substantial garage, as shown on the plans, offering excellent storage, workshop potential or secure parking.

Set within a peaceful rural setting, the property enjoys access to scenic walks and open fields, yet remains within reach of local villages offering shops, pubs and well regarded schools. Transport links connect to nearby towns, making it ideal for families who want countryside living without feeling isolated.

Blacko is a picturesque Lancashire village set at the foot of Pendle Hill, known for its rural charm, stone-built homes and far-reaching countryside views. With a quiet, close-knit community and open landscapes all around, it offers a peaceful setting while remaining well connected to nearby towns.

Key features and amenities include:

Village Setting – a traditional village feel with scenic lanes, rolling fields and direct access to countryside walks across Pendle Hill and the surrounding rural landscape.

Local Amenities – a popular village pub, St Mary’s Church and a well-used village hall hosting local events and activities, with everyday amenities quite literally on your doorstep.

Outdoor Lifestyle – ideal for walkers, cyclists and those who enjoy nature, with bridleways, footpaths and panoramic views right on the doorstep.

Schools – access to well-regarded primary and secondary schools in nearby Barrowford, Nelson, Colne and Clitheroe.

Transport links – convenient road connections to Barrowford, Nelson, Colne and Clitheroe, with access to the M65 providing routes towards Burnley, Preston and Manchester.

Blacko offers the peace of true village life combined with easy access to everyday amenities, making it especially appealing for families, professionals and those seeking a rural retreat without feeling isolated.

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Council Tax band: E Pendle

Listed by

Covering Nationwide

Quirk Readings Ltd T/A Keller Williams Plus

Reference: 173230382

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: D

Inspection date: 04/02/2012

Expiry date: 03/02/2022 (expired)

Current heating cost: £1,376/year

Potential heating cost: £1,327/year

Recommendations

  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (?45)
  • Upgrade heating controls (?350 - ?450)
  • Solar water heating (?4,000 - ?6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (?11,000 - ?20,000)
  • Wind turbine (?1,500 - ?4,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

EPC 1

Price history

-14% since 2008

Event Date Price % change
Sold 14/12/2012 (13 years ago) £375,000 -13.8%
Sold 01/10/2008 (17 years ago) £435,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
VANTAGE COURT UNIT 5 RIVERSIDE WAY, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6BP £276,000 31/03/2025 Other
45 WHEATLEY LANE ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6QP £495 23/03/2025 Other
THE MALTKILN GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6AJ £342,000 20/12/2024 Other
137B GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6EP £195,000 11/07/2024 Other
HIGHERFORD BRIDGE BARN 1 GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6AJ £375,000 22/12/2023 Other
OGDEN HILL FARM, BARLEY, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6LQ £570,000 05/07/2023 Other
12 CHURCHILL WAY, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6RT £950,000 17/03/2023 Other
CROSS GAITS INN BEVERLEY ROAD, BLACKO, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6RF £405,000 03/03/2023 Other
67 CHURCHILL WAY, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6RT £724,000 18/01/2023 Other
WHITE BEAR INN GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6EP £350,000 10/01/2023 Other
125 GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6EP £395,000 11/11/2022 Other
129 WHEATLEY LANE ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6QW £340,000 21/10/2022 Other
16 WALTON STREET, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6JG £145,000 30/09/2022 Other
12 TROUGH LAITHE ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6FA £757,375 28/09/2022 Other
215 GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6JD £495,000 15/07/2022 Other
213 GISBURN ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6JD £495,000 15/07/2022 Other
41 CHURCHILL WAY, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6RT £5,600,000 01/07/2022 Other
PASTURE LODGE PASTURE LANE, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6QX £20,000 24/05/2022 Other
1 - 3 JAMES STREET, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6HR £179,950 09/05/2022 Other
TROUGH LAITHE FARM WHEATLEY LANE ROAD, BARROWFORD, NELSON, PENDLE, LANCASHIRE, BB9 6QP £1,000,000 22/04/2022 Other

Area average: £680,741 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 63.4%
10y growth -80.5%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Pendle. Series: All dwelling types. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 8.1%
5y (index) 22.1%
10y (index) 75%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Pendle. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £587/mo
Realistic £652/mo
Optimistic £717/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Pendle.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £760/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Gisburn Road

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Crossroads 1.3 miles
Shop Bargain Booze 1.9 miles
Shop Asda Opticians 2.1 miles
Train station Colne 2.1 miles
Hospital health center 2.4 miles
Train station Nelson 3.0 miles
University UClan burnley temp 6.3 miles
University UCLan Burnley Campus 6.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Total incidents 0

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Blacko Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 27 Jan 2012
Barrowford School Primary 1.8 miles Good — 28 Apr 2022
Roughlee Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Good — 9 May 2013
Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School Primary 2.0 miles Outstanding — 8 Nov 2023
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 2.0 miles Good — 28 Dec 2012

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.12%
Max investor price (0.8%) £81,500
Target investor price (1%) £65,200
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).