Wincle, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11

Delightful stone built farmhouse in a stunning setting with commanding views, holiday cottage, additional outbuildings with untapped potential set in approx 14 acres.

Description

This delightful 17th century period farmhouse is constructed from local grit stone and offers substantial accommodation including the main house, a holiday cottage and additional outbuildings all set in approx 14 acres ideal for those who seek a country lifestyle with additional income, in one of the most picturesque settings in the north west. The current owners have renovated and upgraded the property to include the holiday cottage but there is still untapped potential available for prospective purchasers.

The farmhouse provides comfortable and flexible accommodation arranged over two floors with the heart of the house undoubtedly the superb farmhouse kitchen designed by Lux kitchens with its beautiful stone flooring, a range of bespoke fitted kitchen units with granite worktops, an electric Everhot cooker, Frankie sink and Neff dishwasher and plenty of space for family dining.

The quarry tiled entrance hall is a delight, entered through a lovely oak porch with old style composite door which leads through to the tandem garage (with space for up to six cars and conversion potential), the utility room and WC. The utility room is very spacious with plenty of room for a washer/dryer, additional fridge/freezer and storage complete with quarry tiled flooring and a Belfast sink.

Leading of the kitchen is the beautiful dual aspect formal living room with wood burner, which leads into the formal dining room again enjoying a dual aspect, with a large stone fireplace and wood burner. A large pantry also leads off the living room and this could be utilised as a home office or snug if required. An oak staircase leads to the first floor spacious landing with vaulted ceilings and oak beams and a feature fireplace. The landing/occasional bedroom is large enough to be a reception room in itself, perhaps ideal as a study/home office. There are three double bedrooms off the landing and two bathrooms.
The principal suite is well presented with duals aspect windows, fitted wardrobes a large dressing area and an en suite bathroom with bath, walk in shower, sink and toilet finished with porcelain tiled flooring. There is access from the dressing room into the upper area of the garage, again with potential conversion. Bedrooms two and three are also doubles and are served by the family bathroom with a separate bath and shower.

In addition to the main house there is a three bedrooms/two bathrooms cottage which has been rented out successfully previously, with a C energy efficiency rating. The holiday cottage has been currently renovated and provides excellent modern accommodation presented to a high standard throughout. There are additional outbuildings, one of which our clients have commissioned plans for which represent remarkable opportunity subject to the necessary consents.

The property is being offered for sale with nearly 14 acres of land immediately surrounding the house including attractively stocked gardens and lawns.

Location

Golden Slack Farm enjoys a commanding position above the Dane Valley within the Peak District National Park and 1.2 miles from the esteemed village of Wincle. With stunning 360 degree views the property is set in a picturesque private setting, yet is not isolated from the local Cheshire towns and villages. The property stands off a privately owned drive, also accessible from Minn End and is about 4.8 miles from the main west coast line station in Macclesfield placing London Euston about 1hr 48mins away.

Manchester city centre is from 22 minutes away.
This market town serves a wide rural community and has good shopping and services available including the hospital, major supermarkets, specialist shops, education and leisure facilities. Kings School and schools in the state sector have a good reputation and Wincle primary school, is 1.2 miles. The cultural centre of Buxton is less than 10 miles away and Manchester City Centre is about 25 miles.

Those who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle will relish the Peak District National Park and the area surrounding Wincle in particular. Breathtakingly attractive countryside within the soft curves of the hills, this is one of the prettiest landscapes in the country.

Square Footage: 8,221 sq ft


Acreage: 14.59 Acres