Shepley Lane, Marple, SK6

One of the oldest properties in the Marple area, this stunning Mid-17th Century Grade II listed property is not only one of the most beautiful homes in the area, it’s certainly one of the most unique.

Located within the desirable Hawk Green area of Marple, the property sits in a convenient spot with the Macclesfield Canal, Local Golf Course and Village green all within 100 yards of the home. Marple town centre is withing walking distance, either by road, or a pleasant walk along the canal.

With a date stone of 1660, the property has over the years played an important part in Marple's history, originally a coaching inn between Buxton and London, it provided a rest spot for the carts. The front part of the property served as an Inn, whilst the rear provided a stable space for the horses.

More recently, it’s previous owner bought the property in 1955, and it was then that the property first began some serious renovations.

Since owning this magnificent home, the current owners have meticulously worked through each and every room ensuring that all the works they've completed have been sympathetic to its original era.

As you tour around the home, you are met with an abundance of noticeable charm in each room, and whilst from the front it may look quaint and cosy, a lot of the rooms provide surprisingly generous proportions. Open fires and an AGA in the kitchen, still however provide a pleasant warmth throughout the home.

Every window within the property has also been replaced with hardwood double glazing, set into some beautiful stone mullion surrounds which provide the indoor and outdoor aesthetics this property deserves.

Externally the owners have completely re-landscaped the gardens, introducing 10 tonnes of cobbling to the driveway, which now provides parking for several vehicles. They also introduced 80 tonnes of earth to the rear garden to level the space out, creating an established and secluded, tranquil garden space surrounded by screening conifers and landscaping containing hundreds of specimen plants, shrubs and fruit trees.

If modern sleek lines, contemporary kitchens and Bi-folding doors are your style, then this property isn’t for you. If, however, you’re looking for a home oozing character, historic stories and charm then you won’t find another home like it. You’ll find oak beams, open fires, beautiful stone mullioned windows and a large farmhouse kitchen with a feature AGA to list but a few of this homes character features.

The property is being sold with no upward chain.