A farmhouse in the grounds of Stonyhurst College in the Ribble Valley countryside could become a four-bedroom family home under new plans.
The building off Avenue Road in Hurst Green was previously used to house visiting rugby teams to the college but has since been sold for residential development.
Under plans submitted to Ribble Valley Council, the farmhouse, which is currently vacant, is proposed to become a modern four-bedroom house with a detached garage.
A design and access statement showed the current state of the building as well as computer-generated images of the amazing proposals for the site.
The statement said: “The existing farmhouse is to be demolished and replaced with a larger dwelling.
“The new detached double garage and covered external seating area are located in a similar position to the existing outbuilding.
“Though the garage is bigger than the existing outbuilding, it is still fully screened from public routes by existing trees.”
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The statement added the applicant intends to retain a wild meadow-style garden merging with the existing landscape, which will provide screening to the development and provide a natural habitat for wildlife.
Access to the site for pedestrians and vehicles is from Avenue Road, one of the main routes through Hurst Green.
The statement continued: “The design of the new dwelling is conceived on the idea of a modern-day farmhouse.
"Designed to a scale not dissimilar to other converted agriculture buildings in the area, the property is considered to be fitting for its rural setting.
“The introduction of larger expanses of glass will bring a modern twist to the otherwise traditionally detailed appearance.
"These areas of glazing will allow additional daylight to filter into the property, provide views out and create a better connection to the outdoors, particularly to the north where distant views of Longridge Fell are possible.
“The external balconies at the first-floor level are an addition the applicant was keen to include given the impressive views achievable above the tree tops from the elevated position.
"Being able to sit outside in the fresh air and appreciate the views is an important aspect of the design.”
To read the plans in full, visit the council’s planning website.
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