4 bedroom property for sale

Those looking for a tranquil location, a rural retreat with wonderful views, yet with a town and transport links nearby (and not to forget in the catchment area for some of the best schools including Ludworth Primary and Marple Hall) may look no further.

With a history dating back as far as 1623 and originally forming part of the Tatton Estate, Wicken Cottage sits in an elevated rural location surrounded by countryside with panoramic views over Compstall and Marple Bridge.

A short journey from Greave, drive up through beautiful countryside to find Wernerth Low, an area known for its Country Park, its beautiful historic buildings and the Hare and Hounds public house, but mostly for the amazing views stretching out across Marple on one side and right over to Manchester on the other.

Once you've travelled down the country lanes leading to Wicken Cottage, parked up and passed the stables, take in the quaint exterior and enter into the inviting family dining kitchen with the requisite aga and, of course, the most wonderful views. Walk through to the lounge with feature exposed crook beam and cast iron multi-fuel burner, through to the family room with feature exposed beams, a warm and cosy snug, downstairs WC and bathroom.

To the first floor the property benefits from versatile accommodation comprising: Master suite with 'Jack and Jill' en-suite, two further double rooms, and fourth bedroom which is accessed by its own private wrought iron-feature-staircase, or via the second bedroom, and also provides access to a further storage space.

Romiley, Marple Bridge and Marple itself are all within a short distance, each with its range of independent and high street shops, eateries and other ameneties including good train links, leisure facilities, two theatres, independent cinema (one of the last remaining in the country) and of course country parks and walks. On the other side of Wernerth Low, Gee Cross is pretty village, offering more shops, eateries and ameneties, and you can access the M67&M60 Motorways in Hyde or Bredbury as you choose. Wicken Cottage also places you in the Catchment area for Marple's schools, making it desirable for families of all ages.

Externally the property sits at the heart of a large plot with gardens stretching round to the side of the property to make the most of the views, and with paddock sitting to the right of the property. Nothing but fields surround, and there is potential to rent further grazing land if desired. A quadruple car garage and York stone driveway provides ample off road parking and storage, and the detached triple stable with tack room can be used for its original purpose, or otherwise is ripe for alternative uses in future.

Do not delay in contacting us for more information and to be in with a change of securing yourself a truly unique, rural retreat this summer.

4 Bedrooms
Living Room
Family Room
Snug
Dining Kitchen
Family Bathroom
Outside