Barn conversion Ridley, Tarporley.

Offering exceptional value, beautiful converted barn of 2688 square feet, with large 0.18 acre plot, double garage and being part of a select development with tennis court and children's play area.
Comment from Robert Reed of Gascoigne Halman
It is very hard in the CW6 postcode to buy such a large amount of high quality internal space and big garden size for under £850,000. Accordingly, this is a very exciting buying opportunity which we believe will attract significant interest. Forming part of a beautiful courtyard development that is approached via a tree lined driveway, this will be a setting that is ideal both for growing families those looking to downsize from larger country houses.

The original collection of buildings dates from around 1850 and they were converted in 1989. The courtyard is managed with energy and care, with recent improvements including a newly laid tennis court and children's play area.

Internally this is a fabulous home with so many features. I love the refitted open plan kitchen family and dining area that runs from front to back and also has a recently created utility room. As a whole this space represents the best in modern day design and finish. The kitchen has an induction hob and a hidden extractor fan, take it from me, these are rare! The wine fridge is of double size so can be used for storage of red and white or as a double chiller.

There are three further reception rooms, which gives the future owners great scope to use the house to suit their particular needs and requirements. Two of them are wired for built in speakers.

Upstairs there are five bedrooms. The main bedroom has an impressive en suite whilst four remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
This is a home that is really well looked after with the boiler serviced annually, the chimney stacks renewed, the garage and house consumer units both upgraded and replaced, there being three power points in the garden and the gorgeous gazebo having both lights and heaters.

Then finally, it is important to emphasise the fantastic views that the barn enjoys to the rear. What an idyllic setting this is. When in full bloom the garden is an abundance of colour and maturity and is ideal both for younger children playing games or older families eating together and potentially having a hot tub, as the present owners do. A real bonus is the fact that double garage is next door to the barn and can be accessed directly from the garden. There is also ample driveway parking.

If this property were a cricketer, it would be an all rounder - howzat for a description?!

For a personal description of the property or to arrange a viewing, please contact myself or the Gascoigne Halman Tarporley office.

Accommodation and dimensions

As detailed on the floorplan and the below.

Location

Ridley, Bulkeley and the nearby villages of Bickerton and Peckforton are renowned for their natural beauty and proximity to surrounding countryside, with direct access to countryside walks to the local castles of Beeston, Peckforton and Cholmondesley.

Ridley provides a convenient and central base for the business traveller, in addition to the extensive road links leading to the M56, M6, A49 and A51 there is a railway station at Nantwich and also Crewe that can be found within 20 minutes with an excellent direct service to London. In addition there are railway stations at Chester and Wrenbury. Manchester and Liverpool International Airports can both be accessed within 40 minutes' to one hour's drive.

Ridley is the centre point of a triangle of Nantwich, Tarporley and Malpas, three highly attractive areas renowned for individual retail outlets and of immense character and charm. Nearby Bunbury has a primary school, Post Office and Medical centre.
Tarporley is one of the most highly regarded villages in Cheshire and boasts a bustling High Street with a diverse selection of shops including convenience stores, fashion boutiques, cafes, restaurants, public houses and also has the benefit of a Cottage hospital (which holds out of hours medical appointments) and several Churches. Nantwich complements this with additional boutiques, high street shops.

The extensive amenities of Chester City Centre can be accessed within 16 miles, and houses the world renowned Chester Zoo . Chester is one of the north west's leading retail and commercial centres, serving a catchment area extending from Manchester to Shrewsbury and covering the whole of North Wales.

The area as a whole is ideal for those who enjoy rural living with walks in Bulkeley Hill Wood, Bickerton Hills and the Sandstone Trail, all readily accessible. A pleasant walk across the fields brings you to the renowned local pub, The Pheasant Inn in Burwardsley. The National Trust have recently taken over the management and ownership of many of these walkways, thereby providing future protection as to the use of the land.

In terms of Pubs and Restaurants, the Bickerton Poacher, Cholmondeley Arms, Pheasant at Burwardsley and the Dysart Arms are all within a short travelling distance.

Chester also gives access to the motorway network providing a link to other north west and midlands conurbations and to Liverpool and Manchester airports. The leisure opportunities are also excellent. Portal Golf Club and Carden Park Hotel and Spa, both have championship golf courses and a range of other facilities. There are also numerous walks in the area and polo at the Cheshire Polo Ground. The property is only 14 miles from Crewe where there is a regular rail service to London Euston (approximately 1½ hours).

Directions

From Tarporley head south on the A49 towards Whitchurch for approximately 4.5 miles, passing through the villages of Bunbury and Spurstow. Take the right turn for the A534 Wrexham Road and the driveway to Ridley Hill Farm will be found immediately on the right hand side. Proceed up the drive taking the left hand fork. For viewings park by the tennis court and walk to the barn, which is the first on the left.
Tenure / Services / Viewing

TENURE Freehold - this will be verified as part of the legal process.

SERVICES We understand that mains water and electricity are connected. LPG central heating and private drainage, that being a shared klargester drainage system for the development compliant to 2020 Regulations. Service charge circa £145 a month.

VIEWING Viewing by appointment with the Agents Tarporley office.

WANT TO MOVE BUT NEED TO SELL?

If you are interested in this property but need to sell your own home in Cheshire, South Manchester or the Peak District, Gascoigne Halman can provide a free, no obligation market appraisal and valuation of your own home. We are proud to be the leading estate agent in the area, with a network of twenty three offices - full contact details can be located on our website. Robert Reed is the manager of the Tarporley office.

The Tarporley team consists of Robert, Pamela, Oliver, Sally, Sam, Tresa, Clive, Yvonne and Lydia - we pride ourselves on being not just professional and efficient but also warm and welcoming. If you are in the village and fancy a coffee, do come in and say hello. We are located at 62 High Street, Tarporley, six premises to the left of Tarporley Parish Church. Our building is a landmark in the village, having above the shop front a beautiful illuminated fully working heritage clock.

NOTICE

Gascoigne Halman for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: (i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; (ii) all descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (iii) no person in the employment of Gascoigne Halman has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property