Wicksted Cottages Wirswall Whitchurch, Cheshire East, SY13 4LE
- PROPERTY TYPE
Cottage
- BEDROOMS
6
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
2,728 sq ft
253 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Rare lifestyle opportunity within the Wicksted Hall estate
- Original Arts & Crafts Staff Cottages, Carriage & Equestrian Property
- Two semi-detached cottages each with 3 beds | 1 Bath | 2 Receptions & Kitchen offering a combined 2,738 sq/ft
- Substantial Barns, Garaging and Traditional Outbuildings Extending to Approximately 2,700 sq ft
- Approx 5.9 acres of courtyard, gardens and paddocks ideal for a luxury equestrian lifestyle
- Approached by a sweeping driveway, established hedging and trees within electric gates offering complete privacy and security
- Ideal for equestrian lifestyle, multi-generational living, or bespoke development
- Exceptional development potential (subject to consents)
- Crewe Station Approximately 18 Miles (London Euston from Around 90 Minutes)
- Tenure: Freehold |. EPC E & C | Council Tax C
Description
Occupying a private position within the original grounds of Wicksted Hall, this remarkable former estate yard extends to approximately 5.9 acres and comprises two cottages, extensive Victorian outbuildings, stables, barns, paddocks and courtyard buildings. Originally constructed to support the operation of the Hall and its estate, the property offers a rare opportunity to restore, reimagine and create an exceptional country home or equestrian holding within one of Cheshire's most historic private estates.
DESCRIPTION
The Wicksted Hall Cottages occupy a fascinating position within the history of the wider estate.
Constructed as part of Lieutenant Herbert Wicksted Ethelston's Edwardian vision for Wicksted Hall between 1903 and 1906, the cottages formed the operational heart of the estate. It was here that gardeners, estate workers and household staff were accommodated, whilst the surrounding courtyard buildings housed horses, carriages, workshops and the infrastructure required to support one of Cheshire's notable country houses.
Today the property, grounds, paddocks and gardens extend to approximately 5.9 acres and remains centred around the original estate courtyard, where many of the Victorian agricultural and equestrian buildings survive.
The two cottages provide approximately 2,738 sq ft of accommodation and are surrounded by an exceptional collection of traditional outbuildings extending to approximately 2,700 sq ft, including the original Arts & Crafts former stables & coach house buildings, barns, garaging and storage facilities.
Whilst the cottages require further restoration, the opportunity is immediately apparent. Subject to the necessary consents, purchasers may consider combining the cottages into a substantial country residence. or enhancing the existing dwellings whilst retaining the flexibility of two separate homes for multi-generational living. The detached barns and attached Dutch barn further enhance the opportunity subject to the necessary planning consents to convert to residential and equestrian factilities.
The paddocks and outbuildings provide outstanding equestrian potential, with the existing estate layout lending itself naturally to private stabling, grazing and country pursuits. Equally, the traditional buildings offer exciting opportunities for alternative uses, ancillary accommodation or lifestyle-led enterprises, subject to the appropriate permissions.
Set behind established boundaries and approached through the historic grounds of Wicksted Hall, the property enjoys a remarkable degree of privacy together with far-reaching views across the surrounding Cheshire and Shropshire countryside.
Properties of this nature are increasingly rare. Combining historical provenance, acreage, equestrian facilities and significant potential, the Wicksted Hall Cottages represent an opportunity to create something truly exceptional within the setting of a historic English country estate.
Services, Utilities & Property Information
Cottage 1:
Solar Powered Panels, Air Source Heat Pump, Mains Water, Private Drainage via Clearwater Effluent System. Electricity is supplied through main Wicksted Hall, then separately metered and charged back.
EPC Rating - C. Council Tax Band - C.
Cottage 2:
Mains Electricity, Mains Water, Private Drainage via Clearwater Effluent System, Oil Fired Heating.
EPC Rating - E. Council Tax Band - C.
Outbuildings Include:
Original Arts & Crafts Stables, Attached Garage, Dutch Barn, Detached Barn, Car Port
All with Mains Electricity.
Broadband Availability - FTTC Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband is available in the area. We advise you to check with your current provider.
Mobile Phone Coverage - 4G and 5G mobile phone signal is available in the area. We advise you to check with your current provider.
Local Authority - Cheshire East
Construction Type - Standard Brick & Slate Roof
Tenure - Freehold
SPECIAL NOTES: The 2 residential Cottages are currently occupied under existing tenancy
arrangements.
1 Title Register
There is a shared private drainage system.
Further details are available on request.
Disclaimer
All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.
The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order.
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Brochures
Brochure 1- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage,Covered
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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Wicksted Cottages Wirswall Whitchurch, Cheshire East, SY13 4LE
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