Lancaster, England LA2 8QH

Situated in an edge of village position in the ever popular village of Wray in the much sought after Lune Valley, a highly regarded area, between the NationalParks of the Lakes and the Dales and within the Forest of Bowland AONB natureand beauty surrounds with a country lifestyle on offer. Location Nestled in the Forest of Bowland an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Wrayis the Scarecrow Village of Lancashire, attracting thousands of visitors every yearto its annual Scarecrow Festival and fair which has been held annually since 1992during the week leading up to May Day. Truly picturesque, this delightful village has quaint streets where period cottagesand houses, conversions and more recent additions sit alongside. An exceptionallypopular village, there is a community run village store (open seven days a weekand stocking not just essentials, but local crafts and bike spares as well as offeringa dry cleaning service), popular tea rooms and a traditional pub with a reputationfor good food. The pre-school, primary school and childrens play area are a greatasset for those with children as is the thriving institute which hosts a great arrayof events and classes. There are also two churches in the village. Surrounded by the lush and undulating countryside of the valley, there are walksfor every age, ability and depending on whether you have all day to enjoy or aprecious hour before work. Cycling is very popular locally with Bridge House FarmTearooms a much frequented stop off on longer routes. The village is on the local bus route with services into Kirkby Lonsdale andLancaster. For older children, school buses stop just a short way along the mainstreet and take pupils in either direction. The Lune Valley is known for its choice of destination foodie pubs with a choiceup and down the valley offering taste sensations as well as many more in thenearby market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, another popular tourist destination witha variety of independent shops as well as a branch of Booths supermarket. Thosewishing to read more about local events are directed to the village newsletter, the Wrayly Mail, available online and from the shop. Development opportunity The land extends to approximately 825 square metres and is being sold with planning permission granted for the erection of a dwelling with associated landscaping, access, parking and creation of pond. This infill plot is current garden and features a wildlife pond, orchard and wildflower grassland. The scheme is for a courtyard style dwelling, externally reminiscent of a traditional arrangement of farming or storage buildings. The minimal exterior uses traditional materials and has limited openings, like that of historical buildings found locally. The courtyard, tucked away out of sight, will provide the opportunity for a more modern appearance with generous amounts of glazing and a connection to the gardens. The layout has been conceived to facilitate primarily single level living, whether for the owners, guests or as a future proofing measure. Drawings show a hall with cloakroom and an impressive L shaped open plan living kitchen with a utility room. The bedroom wing includes a principal bedroom with ensuite, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The first floor has another double bedroom with an ensuite shower room. There is an integral double garage and a courtyard garden. The plans include an entrance and driveway from Home Farm Close. Planning permission has been granted by Lancaster City Council on the 30th June 2025, reference 24/01251/FULL. Full details are available to view online on Directions what3words reporters.settled.songs Use Sat Nav LA2 8QH with reference to the directions below: Driving northbound on the A683 from Lancaster or the M6 (J34) towards KirkbyLonsdale, turn right onto the B6480 signposted Wray shortly after passingthrough Claughton (youll spot the Fenwick Arms on your left). Proceed into Wrayvillage on Hornby Road. The turning for Main Street is on the right, but carry on, as Hornby Road becomes Wennington Road. At the very end of the village is aturning on the right for Home Farm Close. Turn in here and follow the road roundto the right. When you reach the playing field and the road continues left, turnright. The plot is on your right, behind the hedge. For the purposes of viewing, please turn right again into the gated entrance of Apple Tree Barn wheres theresplenty of space. Services All utilities are easily accessible as ducting is already in place for gas, water and electricity. Tenure Freehold Please note Home Farm Close is adopted. The adjacent house, Apple Tree Barn is separately available and owned by the same vendors as the plot. The Vendors would prefer to sell the plot and the house together and a discount would be available. For further details, please speak to the Agents.