Queen Street, Bollington, SK10

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Queen Street lies just a stones throw to the west of Bollington village centre - a peaceful and leafy backwater surprisingly, certainly when considering the convenience of being only a stones-throw of all the fabulous amenities the village has to offer.

Palmerston Street along with High Street, offer a diverse range of artisan eateries, bars, shops, and other amenities, and although Bollington provides a broader offering too, this particular location is considered to be the heart of the village. Queen Street is a residential area, lined with a diverse style of housing, ranging from traditional period cottages, to architecturally designed modern homes constructed in a sympathetic style to preserve the nature of the landscape that makes the village such a popular location to live and visit. Queen Street wraps around Pool Bank car park, which we are advised by the vendor, provides free parking for residents and visitors to the village centre. For those keen on outdoor pursuits, Bollington Recreation Ground, the fabulous Middlewood Way, White Nancy and the towpaths of the Macclesfield Canal, are all within easy walking distance - ideal for walkers, joggers, children and dog walking duties.

So, with a brief overview of this great location covered, we will now move onto a description of number 16 Queen Street, a simply stunning Grade 2 listed cottage of traditional Peak stone elevations, surmounted by a pitched stone flagged roof.

The two, and partly three-storey accommodation is impeccably presented throughout. The current vendor having owned the property for the past three decades, has invested immense love and investment into making this the home it is today. With passion and a deep knowledge and understanding of period design and furniture styles, the cottage has been the subject of a most sympathetic renovation, careful to retain and reproduce wherever required, as much of the original character and charm, as possible. It must be mentioned that our vendor clients are truly heartbroken to be selling, however, a personal change in circumstance has resulted in this most reluctant decision.

Exposed oak beams, stone flagged floors, wrought iron thumb/latch and hinged tongue and groove doors, a magnificent oak mantle fireplace complete with a cast iron woodburner, along with bespoke crafted plantation shutters, are just some of the fabulous features that combine to make this such a dreamy, cosy, and totally individual abode.

The accommodation has been extended in the past by utilising an adjoining outbuilding, as well as constructing a wonderful sunroom that can be utilised all year round. The cottage is most deceptive from first glance. The living space to the ground floor now boasting three separate reception areas - a very cosy living room, a separate sitting room, as well as the afore-mentioned sunroom.

Upon entering the property via the cottage's period style front door; one is welcomed by a beautifully presented reception hallway, which separates and insulates the adjoining ground floor accommodation from the outside elements. The hallway also provides access to the first floor by means of a traditionally spindled baluster staircase. The first of many bespoke crafted  tongue and grove, wrought iron latch doors, opens from the hallway - this particular doorway impressively features double doors which open to reveal the simply stunning main reception room. Exposed oak ceiling beams, a lovely mullion framed window and stable door provide super views over the gardens, whilst a feature oak mantle and stone hearth recessed fireplace, incorporates a wrought iron woodburner - perfect in those colder months to snuggle up to. A deep doorway connects the adjoining snug - this is a perfect location to perhaps work or simply utilise as a quiet reading space. The snug connects to both the sunroom, as well as the wonderfully crafted kitchen.

The sunroom is a bespoke-crafted extension to the rear elevation of the cottage. Centrally heated and built on a dwarf stone wall foundation to replicate the external elevations, the main structure is of full-height double glazed window and roof panels, designed to maximise natural light to not only this area, but also to the main accommodation. Bespoke crafted plantation shutters have been lovingly installed to not just each window, but also to the French doors which open to provide direct access to the lovely cottage-style garden. The rear elevation wall to the sunroom retains the original exposed stone to magnificent effect, whilst the flooring is sympathetically laid with aged stone flags. This is an all-year-round living space that offers great space, and can be utilised as one wishes.  

The kitchen is simply a dream. Originally utilised as an outbuilding and now forming a rather quirky curved galley-designed kitchen, the space is actually pretty impressive and features a comprehensive range of shaker-style cabinets finished in a very fitting, Farrow and Ball 'Mizzle' green. Period steel handles and granite-style worktops really compliment this fabulous culinary space. A range of quality branded integrated cooking appliances also feature.

Returning to the reception hallway, the aforementioned staircase rises to the first floor landing, to provide access to a gorgeous master bedroom with exposed oak ceiling beams and views over the pretty gardens, Harrop Brook, and a lovely leafy backdrop. A second bedroom also features exposed ceiling beams, a deep shelved storage cupboard & wardrobe, as well as affording a lovely view over the cobble-stone-laid Queen Street and leafy backdrop. Finally to complete the main accommodation, a spacious bath and shower room features a separate bath and shower cubicle, as well as a wonderful antique carved pine dresser incorporating a porcelain wash basin. The vendor has advised that the bathroom was newly installed in 2024.

Accessed via the sunroom and lounge, the pretty landscaped cottage garden features a slightly elevated stone flagged terrace which runs the full length of the property. The terrace provides ample space for entertaining family and friends, as well as offering a perfect retreat to simply relax. The garden enjoys a lovely green backdrop to the far rear. There also features a lawn laid garden with deep flower bed border boundaries. A stone pathway leads from the terrace to a gate which opens to a small bridge which spans the babbling Harrop Brook some distance below. A dwarf stone wall to one side of the gate is surmounted by a wrought iron fence, whilst to the other side, sectional timber and concrete base and posts feature. The bridge crosses Harrop Brook to a bank on the opposite side, which we are informed by the vendors they lease from the council, and have done so for many years . We are advised this land is leased to our clients via an annual licence which we are informed amounts to £40.00 per year. We would strongly advise interested parties to make enquiries as to whether this may be transferrable and/or extendable. 

From the far side of the larger terrace area, a flight of stone steps descends to a basement cellar which is served by power and light and currently serves as a laundry room, although it should be mentioned that the kitchen does provide for a washing machine and dishwasher. A useful stone outside store is also provided.

The property is warmed by a full gas combination heating system which also serves the hot water supply, whilst the windows are all double glazed to aid energy efficiency. A burglar alarm system is installed.

Parking is available opposite the property on Queen Street, however, this is not private nor allocated. The vendor owns a single sized garage which is located just off Queen Street and within the council owned Pool Bank car park. We are advised that although the garage is owned by our vendor clients, the land upon which is stands is leased and belongs to the council. Our vendor clients have advised that they rent the garage land via an annual lease which amounts to £16.00 per annum. Once again, we strongly advise interested parties to confirm this information via an enquiry to the council. *If so desired, we are advised by our vendor clients, that the garage itself could possibly be made available to purchase by separate negotiation.

To recap; this is a truly stunning Peak stone cottage that offers very deceptive accommodation, and is presented impeccably throughout. This property will no doubt prove perfect for those searching for a centrally located village character property, which is presented in impeccable condition. Straightforward walking distance to the village centre and surrounding amenities and countryside. Mainline railway stations are situated approximately fifteen minutes drive away, in both Macclesfield - Direct service to Manchester Piccadilly (23 minutes) and London Euston (1.45 hours), as well as Prestbury which runs a slightly slower service directly to Manchester Piccadilly, as well as a connection to change for a service to London Euston. 

Reception Hallway: Hardwood front door incorporating an opaque glazed panel; double glazed window to the front aspect; burglar alarm control panel; built-in meter cupboard with power & light & featuring a tongue & groove door & wrought iron door furniture; central heating radiator; smoke alarm; understairs storage cupboard featuring a tongue & groove door with wrought iron door furniture; plank-effect flooring; staircase to the first floor; double tongue & groove doors incorporating wrought iron door furniture & opening to the lounge.

Lounge: Double glazed window to the rear aspect & featuring bespoke crafted plantation shutters; double glazed stable door opening to the rear garden; exposed oak ceiling timbers; recessed fireplace with a feature oak mantle & stone heart & incorporating a wrought iron woodburner; 3 x wall light points; central heating radiator; TV aerial point; doorway opening through to the snug.

Snug: Double glazed window to the front aspect; double glazed French doors opening to the sunroom; central heating radiator; double tongue & groove doors & wrought iron door furniture opening to the Kitchen.

Sunroom: Dwarf Peak stone wall foundation & double glazed window & roof panels (windows & French doors with bespoke fitted plantation shutters); stone flagged floor; exposed stone wall; 3 x wall light points; central heating radiator; TV aerial point; French doors opening to the rear garden & terrace.

Kitchen: Fitted with a comprehensive range of shaker-style cabinets, comprising of floor and eye-level cupboards & drawers & finished in a Farrow & Ball 'Mizzle' green; over worktop/under wall cabinet spotlighting; granite-effect worktops; tiled wall splashback areas; inset composite single drainer/single bowl sink & incorporating a contemporary-styled chrome mixer tap; integral Whirlpool branded double fan-assisted electric oven & grill; Fagor branded four ring electric induction hob; stainless steel extractor canopy over the hob; space & plumbing for a washing machine; space & plumbing for a dishwasher; space for a fridge/freezer; exposed oak ceiling beams; central heating radiator; Baxi branded combination boiler (advised as new in 2024 & recently serviced); double glazed windows to the front & rear aspects with both featuring bespoke plantation shutters.

First Floor - Landing: Loft access hatch; smoke detector; double glazed window to the side aspect.

Bedroom 1: Double glazed window to the rear aspect with fitted bespoke crafted plantation shutters; exposed oak ceiling timbers; original chimney breast; central heating radiator; stripped plank floor; TV aerial point; tongue & groove door with wrought iron door furniture.

Bedroom 2: Double glazed window to the front aspect with fitted bespoke crafted plantation shutters; exposed oak ceiling beams; built-in deep storage cupboard/wardrobe; central heating radiator; plank-effect flooring; tongue & groove door with wrought iron door furniture.

Bath & Shower Room: We are advised by the vendor that the bathroom was newly refitted in March 2024. The bath & shower room features a panel bath with a chrome mixer tap & a hand-held shower over the bath, shower wall area tiling; corner walk-in shower cubicle incorporating a thermostatically controlled monsoon rainfall shower & a separate hand-held shower head attachment, shower wall tiling; push-button flush WC; antique pine carved dresser unit with 4 x storage drawers & surmounted with a porcelain wash basin and chrome mixer tap; recessed LED ceiling spotlights; central heating radiator; mosaic tile-effect bathroom flooring; opaque double glazed window to the rear aspect; tongue & groove door & wrought iron door furniture.

Outside - Rear Garden: The pretty landscaped mature cottage garden features a slightly elevated stone flagged terrace which runs the full length of the property. The terrace provides ample space for entertaining family and friends, as well as offering a perfect retreat to simply relax. The garden enjoys a lovely green backdrop to the far rear. There also features a lawn laid garden with deep flower bed border boundaries. A stone pathway leads from the terrace to a gate which opens to a small bridge which spans the babbling Harrop Brook some distance below. A dwarf stone wall to one side of the gate is surmounted by a wrought iron fence, whilst to the other side, sectional timber and concrete base and posts feature. The bridge crosses Harrop Brook to a bank on the opposite side, which we are informed by the vendors they lease from the council, and have done so for many years . We are advised this land is leased to our clients via an annual licence which we are informed amounts to £40.00 per year. We would strongly advise interested parties to make enquiries as to whether this may be transferrable and/or extendable.

Basement Cellar & Outside Store: From the far side of the larger garden terrace area, a flight of stone steps descend to a basement cellar which is served by power and light, and currently serves as a laundry room, although it should be mentioned that the kitchen does provide for a washing machine and dishwasher. A useful stone outside store is also provided.

Parking: Unrestricted parking is available opposite the property on Queen Street, however, this is not private nor allocated. The vendor owns a single sized garage which is located just off Queen Street and within the council owned Pool Bank car park. We are advised that although the garage is owned by our vendor clients, the land upon which is stands is leased and belongs to the council. Our vendor clients have advised that they rent the garage land via an annual lease which amounts to £16.00 per annum. Once again, we strongly advise interested parties to confirm this information via an enquiry directed to the council. *If so desired, we are advised by our vendor clients, that the garage itself could possibly be made available to purchase by separate negotiation.

Viewing appointments are highly advised in order to fully appreciate all on offer - please direct all queries and viewing requests to the sole selling estate agents, Simeon Rains in association with The Good Estate Agent Macclesfield - Our offices are located directly opposite Macclesfield railway station at 52 Waters Green, SK11 6JT.

*Buyers Note: These particulars do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract nor may they be regarded as representations. All dimensions are approximate for guidance only, their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for purpose or included in the Sale. Buyers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitors as to the tenure of the property, as well as fixtures and fittings and where the property has been extended/converted as to planning approval and building regulations. All interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy.

 

 

 

 

Council Tax Band

The council tax band for this property is C.