2 bed flat to rent

London Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11

Live Within the Legacy of Sunnybank, With Nature at Your Door.

A rare opportunity to live within the storied walls of the former Sunnybank Care Home, this ground-floor apartment blends the character of a historic landmark with the ease of modern living. The building’s presence along London Road has long been part of Macclesfield’s heritage, and stepping inside feels like joining a quiet continuation of that history. Its solid masonry, tall windows and graceful proportions create an atmosphere shaped by decades of community life, now reimagined as a peaceful residential setting.

The apartment opens into a central entrance hall that draws you through to an open lounge, kitchen and dining area where the building’s past subtly frames everyday living. Light filters in with a softness that only older architecture seems to manage, giving the space a calm, inviting feel. Both bedrooms are doubles, each offering a sense of retreat, while the bathroom is neatly arranged and finished with a clean, modern style.

One of the most striking features is the private garden, a rare asset for a home of this type. Sheltered by the building’s original structure, it offers a quiet outdoor space for reading, planting, or simply enjoying a moment of stillness. Beyond the garden, communal onsite parking is available without restriction, adding to the ease of life here.

Living in Macclesfield brings its own set of advantages. The town has a strong creative spirit, shaped by its silkweaving heritage and carried forward through its galleries, independent shops and lively cultural events. For those who work locally, the blend of industry, innovation and green surroundings creates a balanced rhythm to daily life. For commuters, the rail links to Manchester and London open up wider opportunities while allowing you to return each day to a place with a gentler pace. The nearby Peak District adds another layer of appeal, offering walking trails, panoramic views and a sense of escape whenever you need it.

This apartment offers more than a home; it offers a place within a building that has stood as part of Macclesfield’s story for generations, now ready to become part of yours.

Lounge/Diner/Kitchen (13' 3" x 12' 6" (4.04m x 3.82m))

The large living space is the hub of the apartment, with the patio doors being thrown open in the Spring/Summer to incorporate the outside with the inside, and more than double your space. The fitted kitchen includes a deep sink, electric oven, hob, extractor hood, and spaces for your washer/dryer and fridge/freezer. There is a handy storage cupboard as well, in addition to room for living and dining spaces.

Bedroom 1 (9' 0" x 13' 6" (2.75m x 4.11m))

Double.

Bedroom 2 (9' 3" x 12' 5" (2.82m x 3.79m))

Double.

Bathroom (9' 8" x 4' 7" (2.95m x 1.39m))

Includes a bath with shower, wash basin, and toilet.

Garden

This apartment benefits from its own, personal, and private, garden space.

Parking

Parking is communal, off-street, and for residents - and their guests - only. Parking is located to the side of the building.