Green Lane, Chinley, SK23

This beautifully preserved four-bedroom semi-detached family home boasting an abundance of original features. The property offers a large, easily accessible and convertible loft space, providing the opportunity to create an additional bathroom and bedroom to suit your needs. With quaint rear gardens featuring a workshop and further outbuilding, this residence is perfect for those seeking a blend of character and practicality. Inside, two large reception rooms with original high ceilings and a spacious entrance hallway offer ample living space, while modern conveniences such as double glazing, gas central heating, and an EPC rating to be confirmed ensure comfort and efficiency. Off-street parking for two vehicles adds to the appeal, complemented by excellent transport links to Manchester and Sheffield by both rail and road. Situated close to the village primary nursery, primary school, and all local amenities, this property provides a wonderful setting for family life.

The property's outdoor space is equally enticing, with gardens to the rear and side offering a large patio dining area, two lawned sections, and established plantings including a mature apple tree, providing a charming backdrop for outdoor activities. A large timber workshop and stone-built outbuilding present versatile options for hobbies, storage, or even potential studio use, catering to a variety of needs. A small front garden, adorned with raised planting beds and bordered by a stone wall, welcomes you to the home with its attractive greenery. Completing the picture, a front driveway provides off-road parking for two vehicles, ensuring convenience and practicality for residents of this delightful Edwardian property.

HISTORY OF RHUDDLAN HOUSE

Rhuddlan House is a double-fronted detached dwelling built in 1904, dating it to the early Edwardian era. It was built on a plot of land known as Chinley Green and the Tithe map of 1841, with its accompanying Apportionment, tells us that the land was owned by James Goddard Jnr and occupied by Samuel Goddard. The field was aligned north to south and stretched from lower Lane in the north to the lane in the south which leads of Green Lane to Clare Lees which in 1841 was known as Warth Cottage.

Rhuddlan House was constructed from coursed gritstone (which may have come from Chinley Moor Quarry or Cracken Edge Quarry at Chinley Churn) with ashlar dressings. It has a slate roof and is set in grounds to three sides with a frontage onto Green Lane. A low-wall, with dwarf railings to the Green Lane frontage provides physical separation between the curtilage and the pedestrian walk-way. The house exhibits some survival of large-paned single-hung timber-framed and horned sash windows, but there have been some uPVC casement frame replacements. The door surround is ornate with fluted, square-section pillars surmounted with a volute-style projection and entablature.

There is a later two-storey extension on the north-facing elevation, with its own doorway, above which is a leaded-light window including the word SURGERY. This is consistent with later occupants of the house. The 1939 Register notes that head of the household at the start of the Second World War was Dr. John Mowat.

Entrance Hallway

5.77m x 2.22m

Step into this character-filled entrance hall boasting an original Minton tiled floor that immediately sets the tone for the home’s period charm. The space is framed with original timber architraving, a picture rail, and decorative corbels, all of which speak to its authentic Edwardian heritage. A beautiful original garderobe adds a unique focal point, while a double radiator ensures comfort without compromising style. Overhead, a classic ceiling light illuminates the exquisite original cornicing, and the original spindled staircase gracefully ascends to the first floor, completing this truly elegant reception space.

Dining Room

4.31m x 4.09m

An original timber door opens into this inviting dining space, where beautifully preserved timber floorboards and matching skirting boards set a warm, authentic tone. Period detailing abounds, with a classic picture rail, intricate cornicing, and a decorative ceiling rose that frames the central downlight. A timber fire surround with an open fire and black tiled hearth creates a striking focal point, perfect for cosy evenings. Light streams in through traditional timber sash double glazed window to the front elevation, while a double radiator provides comfort without detracting from the room’s timeless appeal.

Lounge

4.54m x 3.94m

This beautifully proportioned lounge showcases original timber floorboards and matching skirting boards, complemented by a picture rail and elegant cornicing that highlight the home’s period character. At its heart, a log burner is set within a timber fire surround with an open fire and slate hearth, creating a warm and welcoming focal point. A decorative ceiling rose frames the central downlight, while a double radiator ensures year-round comfort. Natural light floods the room through a new double glazed timber sash bay window to the front elevation and an additional sash window to the side, enhancing the room’s sense of space and charm.

Kitchen

3.23m x 3.28m

Featuring an original tiled floor, this well-appointed kitchen is fitted with cream Shaker-style wall and base units paired with a solid oak worktop for a timeless, high-quality finish. A cream composite one-and-a-half sink with a chrome contemporary mixer tap sits beneath a rear original timber sash window, complemented by a tiled splashback. Practicality meets style with spaces for a washing machine, fridge-freezer, and dishwasher, along with a gas hob and extractor fan for culinary convenience. Ceiling recess lighting brightens the space, making it both a functional and inviting hub of the home.

Under Stairs WC

1.7m x 0.85m

Fitted with a wall-hung, low-level push-flush WC and a wall-hung vanity sink with chrome tap, this compact space combines style with practicality. A high-level internal window allows natural light to filter through, enhancing the room’s bright and airy feel.

Landing

3.55m x 1.2m

The original timber spindled balustrade rises elegantly from the ground floor and continues to the second floor, showcasing the home’s authentic Edwardian craftsmanship. Carpeted flooring runs throughout, complemented by original timber skirting boards and architraving. Period cornicing adds a refined touch, while the landing provides direct access to three bedrooms and the family bathroom.

Main Bedroom

4.7m x 4.02m

A light-filled double bedroom with timber original sash windows to both the front and side elevations, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. The room retains its charm with an original pine wall cupboard, while a double radiator provides warmth. A pendant ceiling light completes this comfortable and characterful space.

Bedroom Two

4.28m x 4.2m

This generously sized double bedroom is bathed in natural light from timber sash window to the front elevation. Period features include an original picture rail, and decorative cornicing, all complemented by soft carpeted flooring. A double radiator ensures comfort, while a pendant ceiling light completes the room’s inviting and character-rich appeal.

Bedroom Three

2.6m x 3.35m

A comfortable double bedroom with a timber sash double-glazed window to the rear elevation, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space. Carpeted flooring adds warmth underfoot, while a radiator ensures year-round comfort. A pendant ceiling light completes this simple yet inviting room.

Bathroom

2.13m x 2.26m

A beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a timber sash window to the front elevation. The room comprises a white panelled bath with a contemporary chrome mixer tap, a low-level push-flush WC with hidden cistern, and a wall-hung sink with a matching chrome mixer tap. A tiled corner shower with hinged glass doors and chrome fittings completes the suite. Black and white tiled flooring and fully tiled walls provide a clean, stylish finish, creating a bright and modern yet period-sensitive space.

Second Floor Landing

1.23m x 1.93m

The original timber spindled balustrade extends gracefully from the first floor, with carpeted flooring continuing across the landing and stairs. Original timber skirting boards and architraving highlight the period character, while the landing provides access to Bedroom Four and the loft space.

Bedroom Four

4.76m x 4.54m

A comfortable double bedroom with a double-glazed Upvc sash window to the rear elevation, filling the space with natural light. The room features a double radiator for year-round warmth, a door leading to the boiler room, and a pendant light fitting, creating a practical and inviting space.

Loft Space with Easy Potential for Conversion

4.43m x 6.8m

A versatile loft space offering ample scope for conversion. Featuring an exposed stone wall that adds character and charm with a pendant light making it a bright and flexible for storage. Unique opportunity to provide a fifth bedroom, dressing area and en-suite.

Rear Garden

The property enjoys gardens to the rear and side, featuring a large patio dining area, two lawned sections, and established plantings, including a mature apple tree. For practical use and storage, there is a large timbe Summer House and a stone-built outbuilding / workshop, offering versatile space for hobbies, storage, or potential studio use.

Front Garden

A small front garden features established plantings in raised beds and is bordered by a stone wall, providing a welcoming and attractive entrance to the property.

Parking - Driveway

A front driveway provides off-road parking for two vehicles, adding convenience and practicality to this charming Edwardian home.