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"**Forge House** is a remarkable and historic residence, steeped in character and charm, dating back to the 1700s. Proudly positioned in the heart of the picturesque village of Lockington, this iconic property was once a blacksmith s shop and home. Lovingly restored and thoughtfully linked by its current owners, it has been transformed into a truly enchanting and unique family home.
With only two owners over the past century, Forge House exudes a warm sense of belonging from the moment you step into the entrance hall. The accommodation is both spacious and flexible, brimming with period features you d expect in a home of this age from the distinctive beehive design and characterful inglenook fireplace to exposed king post truss, beamed ceilings, and traditional stone flooring.
The exterior is equally captivating. A stunning, walled garden offers a peaceful, private retreat ideal for entertaining or simply unwinding. For green fingered enthusiasts, there is a further garden area, perfect for cultivating fruit and vegetables.

Animal lovers will also feel right at home too, with a range of outbuildings including stables, a tack room, hay straw store, dog run with direct access to the tack room, a coal bunker and workshop, which an ideal space for hobbies or for the more serious trades person. A double garage and ample off road parking complete the offering.

Words and photographs can only go so far in capturing the true essence and lifestyle that Forge House affords. **An accompanied viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this exceptional home has to offer.**

Entrance Hall Wooden front entrance door, double glazed windows to the front and rear aspects, York stone tiled flooring, radiators, power points and staircase ascending to first floor landing.

Downstairs Cloakroom Double glazed window to the side aspect, low flush WC and wash hand basin with pedestal.

Study Double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator and power points.

Lounge Double glazed windows to the front aspect, French doors opening onto the garden, beamed ceiling, beehive design York stone feature, inglenook fireplace, radiators, TV point and power points.

Dining Room Double glazed windows to the rear aspect, coving, cast iron side oven range feature fireplace, radiator and power points.

Family Room Double glazed windows to the front and rear aspects, open feature fireplace, radiator, TV point, telephone point and power points.

Morning Room Double glazed windows to the front and rear aspects, cast iron feature fireplace, double radiator TV point and power points.

Kitchen Double glazed windows to the rear aspect, wooden glazed door opening to the garden, a range of wall and base bespoke units with work surfaces, tiled splash backs, Quarry tiled flooring, Belfast sink, Aga, electric oven, electric hob, extractor hood and power points.

Utility Room Double glazed windows to the side and rear aspects, Quarry tiled flooring, base units with work surfaces, sink and drainer unit, cupboard housing boiler, space for washing machine and power points.

Downstairs Wc Double glazed window to the rear aspect and low flush WC.

First Floor Landing Skylight, loft access, airing cupboard, radiator and power points.

Bedroom One Double glazed windows to the side and rear aspects, fitted wardrobes, radiators, TV point, telephone point and power points.

En Suite Velux window, laminate laid tile effect flooring, tiled shower cubicle with power shower, low flush WC, wash hand basin with pedestal and access to eaves storage.

Bedroom Two Double glazed window to the front aspect, fitted wardrobes, radiator, TV point and power points.

Bedroom Three Double glazed window to the front aspect, cast iron feature fireplace with wooden surround, fitted wardrobes, double radiator, TV point and power points.

Bedroom Four Double glazed window to the front aspect, cast iron fireplace with wooden lintel, fitted wardrobes, double radiator, TV point and power points.

Bathroom Double glazed window to the front aspect, part tiled walls, panel enclosed bath with mixer taps, tiled shower cubicle with power shower, low flush WC, wash hand basin with pedestal and radiator.

Garden Side entrance to the rear walled garden which is mainly laid to lawn with plant and shrub borders, large patio, outside tap and lighting.

Double Garage A double garage with up and over doors power and lighting.

Parking Wooden gate to the side of the property opens to a second driveway, providing ample parking and access to the outbuildings & Workshop.

Outbuildings & Stables There is an array of substantial outbuilding that are currently made up of; hay straw store, stables, tack room, work shop and dog run with access into the tack room.

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