Offers over
£795,000
(£583/sq. ft)
3 bed detached house for saleFroghall Lane, High Legh, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16
3 beds
1 bath
1 reception
From 1,363 - 1,637 sq. ft
EPC Rating: F
- Freehold
Savills - Knutsford
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About this property
Thatched cottage with original beams
Kitchen with traditional Aga
Spacious detached annexe with large sitting room and bedroom
Stables, double garage, and outbuildings
Stunning grounds with mature landscaping and pond
Convenient rural location with excellent transport links
EPC Rating = F
An attractive thatched cottage with detached annexe and stables in about 0.74 acres.
Description
This charming thatched cottage, steeped in character and brimming with potential, offers a rare chance to acquire a rural property in a highly sought-after location. Nestled within stunning grounds, the property combines period features with versatile living spaces. The property is tucked away on a country lane, delightful open views surround. The area is perfect for walks with high hedges and fern lined roads, natural ponds and an abundance of wildlife.
The main cottage features an inviting sitting room with exposed brickwork, traditional beams, and an open fireplace, evoking warmth and character throughout. The main farmhouse kitchen leads to a cosy dining area equipped with a classic Aga, providing a heart to the home with excellent scope to modernise. Conveniently arranged on the ground floor is a bedroom/study and bathroom, with two further bedrooms located on the first floor.
Adjacent and complementing the main house is a generous detached annexe, with exposed beams and brickwork, offering a large sitting area, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Adjoining the annexe is a large historic washroom/utility room which could be connected and converted to further living space (subject to planning) This flexible space is perfect as accommodation for dependent relatives, guest quarters, or potential rental income.
The property further benefits from a range of outbuildings including stables, outside toilet/garden store, a double garage, and additional storage spaces. The mature grounds envelope the property with established trees, shrubs, a well-maintained lawn, and a pond, creating a private and picturesque environment. The large driveway provides ample parking for numerous vehicles, this is gated away from the main house.
Situated in a sought-after rural setting, this property enjoys a rural lifestyle while maintaining excellent transport connections to nearby towns.
Location
Situated in the popular village location of High Legh, and within walking distance of the renowned High Legh Primary School and High Legh Preschool Nursery. The property has ease of access to excellent educational facilities with a great selection of schools in the state and private sector. Most private schools in the area provide private coaches to Knutsford and The Grange School at Hartford, King's School Macclesfield and Terra Nova School are all within easy reach.
In addition to these local amenities there is also beautiful surrounding countryside including Tatton Park which is fantastic for those who enjoy walking, cycling and horse riding. Further leisure facilities are available in the way of several nearby clubs, in particular High Legh, Knutsford and The Mere Golf clubs. Alongside Knutsford, the pretty village of Lymm is only 3.5 miles away. It provides wonderful walks around Lymm Dam and also offers local shopping facilities and charming public houses
Communications has always been one of the prime attractions of the area, with easy access to the M6 and M56 linking to the North-West's commercial centres making commuting to Chester, Warrington, Liverpool, Manchester and MediaCityUK easily accessible. Manchester International Airport and the city centre are also within close proximity. Knutsford and Wilmslow train stations have a regular service to Manchester and Stockport, linking to the main West Coast line for London.
(all travel times and distances are approximate)
Square Footage: 1,363 sq ft
Additional Info
Council Tax Band C
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