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Milnrow Road, Shaw, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2

PROPERTY TYPE

House

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

1,239 sq ft

115 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Formerly part of the historic Park House estate – rich in character and history
  • Generous and versatile accommodation with well-proportioned rooms throughout
  • Beautiful period features including fireplaces and traditional detailing
  • Stunning outlook over the established gardens of Park House
  • Private front garden offering a peaceful outdoor retreat
  • Off-road parking to the rear accessed via Higher Park
  • Highly sought-after semi-rural setting with excellent privacy
  • Conveniently located close to local amenities, schools, bus routes and transport links into Oldham, Rochdale and Manchester

Description

A truly rare opportunity to acquire a charming and character-filled cottage, formerly part of the historic Park House estate. Park Cottage offers generous accommodation, beautiful period features, and a unique setting overlooking established gardens, all while benefiting from its own private outdoor space and rear parking. Combining privacy, heritage and convenience, this is a lifestyle property in one of Shaw’s most desirable and picturesque locations.

Nestled within a truly picturesque setting and steeped in local history, Park Cottage presents a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a home of genuine character and charm. Once forming part of the original Park House estate, this unique residence has since been thoughtfully separated and is now offered to the market as an individual dwelling, combining heritage with privacy in an exceptional way.

This is not just a home, but a lifestyle property.

The cottage itself offers generous and versatile accommodation, with well-proportioned rooms that retain a wealth of period features throughout. From exposed stonework and feature fireplaces to warm, inviting living spaces, the property seamlessly blends traditional character with comfortable modern living. The layout flows naturally, making it ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining.

The kitchen is a standout feature, designed in keeping with the property’s heritage, offering ample workspace and a homely, country-style feel. The living areas are equally impressive, enjoying excellent natural light and a cosy atmosphere, while the bedrooms provide peaceful retreats with pleasant outlooks.

Externally, the setting is where this property truly excels.

Park Cottage benefits from its own front garden, offering a private space to enjoy the outdoors, while also taking full advantage of the stunning surrounding grounds originally belonging to Park House. The property enjoys beautiful open views across these established gardens, creating a sense of space, tranquillity and exclusivity that is rarely found.

To the rear, the property benefits from off-road parking accessed via Higher Park, ensuring practicality without compromising the charm of the setting.

The location strikes a perfect balance between semi-rural living and convenience. Positioned on Milnrow Road, the property is within easy reach of Shaw and Crompton, offering a wide range of local amenities including shops, cafés, and supermarkets. Well-regarded local schools are nearby, making the property ideal for families, while excellent transport links, including regular bus routes and access to the Metrolink network, provide straightforward connections into Oldham, Rochdale and Manchester city centre.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, the surrounding area offers an abundance of scenic walks, countryside views and green spaces, further enhancing the appeal of this already exceptional home.

Properties of this nature rarely come to market. Combining history, character, privacy and an enviable setting, Park Cottage represents a unique opportunity to acquire something truly special.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this remarkable home has to offer.

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Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Driveway
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Cowell & Norford, Royton

12-14 Rochdale Road, Royton, Oldham, OL2 5QJ

For our sellers, we provide a tailor-made marketing strategy so that we can achieve our best possible price for your property, in the most suitable timeframe. We get the job done in a way that leaves you truly delighted with the service that you have received. We take pride in everything that we do. Demonstrated in our attention to detail throughout the entire sales process For our landlords we offer four tiers of lettings services that allow you to do as much, or as little as you want. Many of our clients choose our platinum service where we fully manage the property and ensure that all current legislation is complied with. We'd love to help you to maximise your investment, without incurring voids, in the way that works best for you.

Affordability

Monthly repayments£1,931
Property: £ 385,000
Deposit: £ 38,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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