Rake Lane, Chorlton-By-Backford, CH2

Pintail Cottage is a beautifully presented character home situated on Little Rake Lane in Chorlton-by-Backford, just north of Chester. Surrounded by open countryside, the property offers the feel of rural living while remaining just ten minutes’ drive from Chester city centre and only five minutes from Cheshire Oaks and its array of shops, including the large Marks & Spencer.

The exterior of the property has been meticulously landscaped to create a private and practical outdoor living space, perfect for entertaining and relaxing. At the heart of the garden is a newly constructed covered pergola complete with integrated heaters and lighting, providing shade during the hotter parts of the day and a cosy space for evenings. A high-quality artificial lawn means no mowing is required, while raised beds bring colour and greenery. There's a more shaded seating area ideal for morning coffee, and an impressive insulated garden office with power and a TV, which can double as a chill-out zone or work-from-home space. The garden is completed with neat paving, a timber shed, off-road parking just beyond the gate, and a single garage.

Inside, the cottage combines warmth and charm with modern finishes. A stable door opens into the stone-flagged hallway, with exposed beams and stylish recessed lighting. The wood-panelled walls and soft neutral tones continue into the kitchen, which has underfloor heating and traditional hand-built timber units with solid granite worktops. A ceramic Belfast-style sink sits beneath one of four windows, flooding the space with natural light and offering views of the garden. The kitchen also features a built-in dishwasher, Bosch hob, electric oven and grill, space for a large American-style fridge freezer, and cleverly hidden storage for the tumble dryer and washing machine.

The main living room continues the flooring and underfloor heating and features an exposed brick fireplace with a working coal fire, built-in shelving and storage, and French doors that open onto the sunny, paved front garden bordered by decorative pebbles. Throughout the house, the windows and doors have been recently upgraded to UPVC, and thoughtful design touches like window seats add to the cottage’s cosy appeal.

Upstairs, there are three generous double bedrooms, all filled with light thanks to a combination of Velux and UPVC windows. The second bedroom features a mirrored built-in wardrobe and recessed storage, while the master bedroom offers a full-width range of high-quality built-in wardrobes, dual window seats, and a bright, airy feel. The third bedroom is also a comfortable double, with built-in storage and lovely views.

The contemporary shower room is a recent addition, finished to a high standard with a fully tiled interior, a large walk-in shower with stylish gunmetal fittings, a matching heated towel rail, underfloor heating, and excellent storage beneath the basin. The property is heated via LPG, with underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators on the first floor. A combination boiler is located in the ground floor WC.

Pintail Cottage offers the perfect blend of countryside charm and modern convenience, all within easy reach of Chester, Cheshire Oaks, and excellent transport links. This is a truly special home, ideal for those seeking character, privacy, and style.