Light Alders Lane, Disley, SK12

White Lodge occupies an enviable elevated position on a hillside, nestled beside woodland and enjoying far-reaching panoramic views across the Cheshire Plain and beyond to the Clwydian Mountains in North Wales. Adjacent to the magnificent Lyme Park, home to a grand Georgian manor managed by the National Trust and famously portrayed as Pemberley in the BBC’s 1995 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, the property is perfectly placed to enjoy some of the region’s most breathtaking scenery. From fishing lakes and woodland walks to sweeping parkland and gentle hillsides, the surrounding landscape offers an exceptional lifestyle for lovers of the outdoors.

Directly from the doorstep, there is immediate access to some of the finest walking routes in the Peak District, including Lyme Park itself, the Middlewood Way, and the nearby Macclesfield and Peak Canals. Despite its idyllic rural setting, White Lodge remains superbly connected. The villages of Disley and High Lane are both within easy walking distance, offering a range of amenities including pubs, highly regarded restaurants, local shops, and a recently opened Sainsbury’s Local just a mile away, as well as a nearby doctor’s surgery. Disley railway station, also within walking distance, provides frequent services to Manchester and benefits from free parking. For those travelling further afield, the relief road, just three miles away, connects swiftly to the motorway network and Manchester Airport, which can be reached in under 30 minutes. A direct bus service to the airport stops less than 100 metres from the property, while convenient access to the bus route for Stockport Grammar School further enhances its appeal for families. To the rear, woodland paths lead to Disley’s sports facilities and onward to the highly regarded Disley Golf Course.

The property is set within extensive and beautifully maintained gardens, which are undoubtedly one of its most captivating features. To the front, a sweeping driveway provides ample parking and turning space for several vehicles, complemented by an electric vehicle charging point. The lawn is framed by mature, well-tended flower beds and illuminated pathways, creating a picturesque setting that is particularly enchanting in the evening light. In autumn, the garden is transformed by the rich hues of silver birch and acer trees. Previously, planning permission was granted for a double garage at the foot of the garden, although this was not required by the current owners. A useful shed sits to the side of the property, alongside access to the rear gardens, where an abundance of seasonal blackberries can be enjoyed.

The rear gardens are equally impressive, arranged across two levels with expansive lawns at both the house level and an elevated position beyond the terrace. Enclosed by a high limestone wall and bordered by deciduous woodland, the setting is wonderfully private and not overlooked, save for the rich variety of wildlife that frequents the grounds. Birdlife is abundant, with regular sightings of long-tailed and coal tits, goldcrests, nuthatches, jays and tawny owls, while the ponds come alive each spring with frogspawn and newts. The gardens provide a true sense of seclusion, occasionally enhanced by visits from red deer or sparrowhawks from the surrounding woodland. A particular highlight is the beautifully enclosed walled terrace, a superb suntrap enjoying sunshine throughout the day. Overlooked by an elegant granite water feature, this space is perfectly designed for outdoor living and entertaining, complete with three conveniently placed electric points.

Thoughtfully designed pathways, softly lit for evening use, wind through the gardens, leading from a rose and clematis-covered pergola to a tranquil seating area that captures the last of the evening sun. A generous terraced area adjoining the house forms a sheltered suntrap, ideal for entertaining or relaxing throughout the seasons. The upper garden, currently used as a football pitch, offers excellent potential for further landscaping, whether as formal gardens, a vegetable plot, or even the addition of a swimming pool. Despite their scale, the gardens are easily maintained, with the current owners employing a gardener for just an hour a week.

Originally built in the 1920s as a gamekeeper’s lodge for Lyme Park, the house has been significantly extended to create a substantial and versatile modern home. The exterior combines attractive brickwork with elegant limestone quoins, enhancing both the front and rear elevations. An impressive entrance with limestone colonnades leads into a welcoming porch and through to a spacious central hallway, where rear-facing windows immediately frame views of the surrounding woodland. From here, access is provided to multiple reception rooms, as well as the kitchen and dining areas, creating a well-balanced and highly functional layout.

The kitchen is both stylish and welcoming, centred around a traditional Aga that adds warmth and character. Dark granite worktops sit above classic white cabinetry, incorporating high-quality integrated appliances including Miele dishwasher, larder fridge and freezer, alongside a wine fridge. A Neff induction hob, twin Neff ovens, microwave and coffee machine provide further convenience, while a Quooker tap offers instant boiling water. The kitchen enjoys views over the rear terrace and gardens, with direct access outside, and is complemented by a well-appointed utility room with Belfast sink, appliance space and Worcester boiler.

The adjoining dining room is an exceptional space for entertaining, with windows on three sides and views across the terrace, enhanced by underfloor heating for added comfort. A separate front-facing reception room provides a cosy and intimate sitting room, complete with gas fire and peaceful west-facing views. The principal reception room is particularly impressive, enjoying dual aspects to both the front and rear, and featuring French doors that open onto the garden, along with a striking limestone fireplace. A further versatile reception room, currently used as a gym but previously serving as a ground floor bedroom (bedroom 6), offers flexible accommodation suitable for a variety of needs, including a home office, playroom or additional bedroom.

Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal suite is especially notable, benefitting from dual-aspect views, a large dressing room with fitted wardrobes, and an expansive ensuite bathroom complete with bath, separate shower, twin sinks and a feature arched window. A second bedroom also enjoys ensuite facilities, while two further double bedrooms are served by a stylish family bathroom with jacuzzi bath and shower. The top floor hosts a generous fifth bedroom with Velux windows, fitted storage and its own ensuite, providing a private and versatile retreat.

White Lodge offers exceptional flexibility for modern family living, with five to six bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, and generous outdoor space. Its unique combination of peaceful seclusion, breath-taking surroundings and excellent connectivity makes it a truly special home. Whether enjoying countryside walks straight from the door or taking advantage of the easy access to Manchester and beyond, the property perfectly balances rural tranquillity with urban convenience.

In summary, White Lodge is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and characterful home in an outstanding setting, ideal for those seeking the very best of countryside living without compromising on accessibility.

The Current Owners Love:

• “The combination of country living, with its fantastic walks straight from the front door in Lyme park, the two picturesque canals and the wider Peak District, whilst maintaining the convenience of urban living and accessibility to doctors, dentists, pubs, train stations, the airport, Manchester City centre, etc.” 

• “The garden space is a clear highlight, particularly as it’s so cheap to maintain without personal effort. Chief amongst these is the rear terrace which provides the focus of the house as soon as spring starts until as late in the autumn as we northerners can bear.” 

• “The generous space of the house overall: the large dining room for parties; two large lounges, such generous ensures in our rooms, a massive dressing room that I don’t know how I will live without, a fantastic gym that is a joy to visit. I don’t know how we will cope.”

Living Room

4.08m x 6.5m

Reception Room/Bedroom 6

3.53m x 6.5m

Sitting Room

3.67m x 5.82m

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

4.72m x 5.82m

Dining Room

4.72m x 5.68m

Utility Room

1.14m x 1.98m

Wc

1.64m x 1.97m

Bedroom 1

4.58m x 6.39m

En-suite

3.47m x 3.51m

Dressing Room

2.88m x 3.47m

Bedroom 2

3.04m x 3.56m

Bedroom 3

3.56m x 4.67m

Ensuite

1.58m x 2.26m

Bedroom 4

2.83m x 3.74m

Bathroom

1.64m x 2.97m

Bedroom 5

2.94m x 6.57m

Ensuite

2.26m x 3.22m

Summer House

2.76m x 4.28m

Parking - Driveway

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