3 bed cottage for sale

Green Lane, Kelsall CW6

Comment from Robert Reed of Gascoigne Halman

It is my job to get to know the requirements of purchasers and understand what works for their lifestyle requirements. One of the dilemmas buyers are regularly trying to solve is the balance of a period property of character with high levels of privacy and seclusion, whilst also having walking distance access to village amenities. Many houses offer one of these factors, but rarely both. In the case of this interesting detached house, known as The Croft, both requirements are catered for and it is thus with great pleasure that we offer it for sale.

When I inspected the house earlier this year and walked around the private and tranquil gardens, which are not overlooked, I found it difficult to believe that within minutes walk you can be at both a hugely popular primary school and a delightful village centre with butcher, Church, pharmacy, children’s park, coffee shop, convenience store / post office and superb pub / restaurant.

In terms of the history of the house, it is a rather interesting and unusual one.

It comprises a period thatched cottage which is believed to date from the 17th Century and likely to be one of the oldest buildings in the locality. The property has only had two owners the early 1980’s and whilst having been well maintained, would benefit from a scheme of modernisation and, subject to planning, an extension.

The Croft is constructed of red Cheshire sandstone under a thatched roof, which has been re-thatched in the Spring of 2024 and is arranged over two floors, having the benefit of oil central heating and a combination of single & double glazing. The property remains many of its original period features with exposed beams & timbers throughout, thick sandstone walls, deep windows sills with beams above and vaulted ceiling at first floor.

A wooden front door opens into an entrance hall with York stone slab floor from which all principal rooms are accessed. Within the hall is a turned staircase, underneath which is a useful under stairs cupboard. To the right of the hall is the dining room which is an evenly proportioned room with maple boarded floor, exposed timbers and impressive fireplace, having a stone hearth & brick surround. To the left of the hall is the sitting room which has a dual aspect and large inglenook fireplace at the far end, with stone hearth and impressive beam above. Due to its size, this room has the ability to be divided into two living spaces and has exposed beams and maple boarded flooring. To the rear of the house is the kitchen which contains fitted wall and base units and incorporates a 11⁄2 bowl sink with drainer, integrated fridge, dishwasher and cooker. To the far end of the kitchen is a breakfast/dining area which is ideal for more everyday use. From the kitchen there is a personnel door to the rear garden which gives ease of access to the outhouses and external store, the latter offers ample storage and has plumbing for washing machine & tumble dryer. Adjacent to the kitchen is an inner hall which leads to the family bathroom and bedroom 3. The bedroom is a large single room with bank of fitted wardrobes & dressing table. The family bathroom contains a panelled bath, pedestal hand basin and low flush w.c.

At first floor level the stairs lead to a particularly light galleried landing with aspect to the rear garden. To the right of the landing is bedroom 2 which is a double room, having a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and aspect over the front garden. The master suite is to the left of the landing with vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers throughout. The bedroom is a large double room with space for free standing or fitted wardrobes and beyond which is the en-suite bathroom. The bathroom has a panelled bath with tiled surround, pedestal hand basin, airing cupboard and low flush w.c.

The gardens & grounds at The Croft are particularly impressive having been landscaped and well maintained over the years and comprise a series of lawns bordered by deep flower beds & mature shrub borders. From the lane there is a pedestrian gate with sandstone path leading to the front door. To either side of the path are raised lawns with floral borders and upon reaching the house the path leads both left & right, wrapping around the house. To the left of the path is a smaller lawn with flowerbeds and mature holly hedge. To the right of the house is a further raised lawn against which is a series of mature cedar trees. A set of steps leads to the rear courtyard which offers space for table & chairs and against which is a deep, raised bed.

Within this bed a step and path lead to the two outhouses which were formally a small piggery being constructed of sandstone, under a corrugated roof and now comprise two stores, the left holding the oil tank and the right being a garden store. Behind and to the side of the outhouses is a series of larger lawns running north to south which is surrounded by mature borders, specimen trees and to either side there are grassed & paved paths which ultimately lead to the gravelled parking area and garage. The garage is constructed of block with sandstone skin under a tiled roof with up and over door, light, power, water and mezzanine storage. From the parking area there is vehicular access onto Green Lane via a wooden 5-bar gate. In all the gardens extends to 0.41 acres (0.17 ha).

For a personal description of the property or to arrange a viewing, please contact myself or the Gascoigne Halman Tarporley office.

Accommodation and dimensions

As detailed on floorplan

Location

Kelsall is an extremely popular semi-rural Cheshire village that combines a central location, excellent day-to-day amenities and a superb position amidst some of Cheshire's most picturesque countryside.

Within the village there is a large Co-operative convenience store and post office, a renowned village butcher, pharmacist, ladies hairdresser and hugely popular coffee shop. More over there is an active community hall, newly built (2023) medical Doctors surgery, vets practice, well attended, refurbished Parish Church and popular Methodist chapel.

Recreationally Kelsall features tennis courts, playing fields with specialist children's play area and a wonderful collection of walking routes in the surrounding countryside, especially the well-known sandstone trail. The area as a whole has access to glorious countryside in nearby Willington and Utkinton whilst there are also nearby places of significant interest that include ancient castles, boating facilities on nearby canals and the outstanding Delamere Forest.

There are a number of pubs in the village, but worthy of particular attention is that in recent times Brunning & Price completed their full refurbishment of the pub in the centre of the village, The Morris Dancer. This outstanding public house/restaurant has already been met with wide acclaim and is worthy of inspection along with The Boot Inn at Willington is famous for the amazing homemade pies and beautiful garden whilst the Farmers Arms and Royal Oak complete the set.

For those with educational needs, Kelsall has an outstanding Ofsted rated primary school on Flat Lane, which in turn feeds into the nearby outstanding Ofsted rated Tarporley High School. There are other well regarded schools in the villages surrounding. Independent schooling in Chester includes Kings, Queens and Abbeygate College whilst in nearby Hartford, circa fifteen minutes away, there is The Grange. Sjd Sixth Form College in Northwich is a multiple million pound state of the art facility.

Anyone needing to commute will find great transport links to the M56, M6 and M53. The A49, A51 and A55 all link to key areas of commerce and interest, including Liverpool, Manchester, Warrington, Wrexham, and nearby Chester. Railway stations are located in Mouldsworth, Delamere, Chester, Crewe, Frodsham and Winsford. Two international airports can be located within 45 minutes drive, they being Liverpool John Lennon International Airport and Manchester International Airport.

Directions

Leaving Tarporley along the High Street in the direction of Chester, as you come to the edge of the village having passed Forest Road on your right, take the next right turn onto Utkinton Road (before you reach the A49 roundabout). Follow this road for a while, continuing straight over a cross roads when Utkinton Road becomes John Street. Proceed along John Street passing Rose Farm Shop on your right and continuing through Utkinton village. Follow this road until you reach a T junction with Willington Hall Hotel opposite you. Turn right at this junction onto Willington Lane and follow the lane along, passing a sign for the Boot Pub on the right hand side. Take the next left into Green Lane, which is opposite Quarry Lane. Proceed along and the subject property is on the right.

Tenure / Services / Viewing / Information

tenure We believe the property is freehold tenure, this will be confirmed as part of the legal process.

Services We understand that mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Oil central heating.

Viewing Viewing by appointment through the Agents Tarporley office.

Information EPC: Energy Performance Certificate - Rating E.

Covenants: It should be noted that there is a covenant in favour of the neighbours at Four Lane Ends restricting the height of the hedge along the northern boundary to a maximum of 7.5m.

Fixtures: Unless specifically mentioned in these particulars all contents, fixtures and fittings, garden ornaments, statues, carpets and curtains are excluded from the sale. Certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

Town & County Planning: It should be noted that The Croft is not listed, nor is it located within a Conservation Area.

Want to move but need to sell?

If you are interested in this property but need to sell your own home in Cheshire, South Manchester or the Peak District, Gascoigne Halman can provide a free, no obligation market appraisal and valuation of your own home. We are proud to be the leading estate agent in the area, with a network of twenty three offices - full contact details can be located on our website. Robert Reed is the manager of the Tarporley office.

The Tarporley team consists of Robert, Pamela, Oliver, Sally, Tresa, Sam, Clive, Lydia and Yvonne - we pride ourselves on being not just professional and efficient but also warm and welcoming. If you are in the village and fancy a coffee, do come in and say hello. We are located at 62 High Street, Tarporley, six premises to the left of Tarporley Parish Church. Our building is a landmark in the village, having above the shop front a beautiful illuminated fully working heritage clock.
Notice


Gascoigne Halman for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: (i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; (ii) all descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (iii) no person in the employment of Gascoigne Halman has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

EPC Rating: E

Parking - Garage

Dedicated off road parking along with a garage.