Colley Mill Cottage, North Rode

Situated in the heart of the idyllic Cheshire countryside, this exceptional Grade II listed semi-detached cottage beautifully combines timeless period charm with spacious and versatile family living. Immaculately presented throughout, Colley Mill Cottage is rich in character, showcasing an array of original features including exposed timber beams, traditional wooden finger-latch doors, and a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout.

The ground floor offers generously proportioned and flexible accommodation comprising a lounge, charming dining room, breakfast kitchen, sun room, cosy snug, utility room, and a convenient downstairs W.C. The adjoining garage also benefits from a highly useful study area and a partially bordered loft space. To the first floor, the impressive principal bedroom enjoys the added luxury of an en-suite shower room, complemented by two further well-proportioned double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom.

Externally, the property is approached via a tarmacadam driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the garage. To the rear, the cottage boasts truly magnificent gardens of exceptional proportions, backing directly onto the picturesque River Dane. Extending beneath a charming bridge, the grounds create a wonderfully unique and tranquil setting. Predominantly laid to lawn and beautifully framed by an abundance of mature trees, shrubs, and planting, the gardens provide a peaceful haven for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoying the outdoor setting.

Ground Floor -

Lounge - 4.93m x 4.42m (16'2 x 14'6) - Multi-fuel stove set within an recessed exposed Cheshire brick fireplace with bricked hearth, timber mantel and ambient lighting. Exposed timber ceiling beams with downlighting. Secondary glazed window. Double panelled radiator. Double doors to the Sun Room.

Dining Room - 4.42m x 3.00m (14'6 x 9'10) - Handrail to the staircase. Exposed timber ceiling beams. Exposed Cheshire brick. Tiled flooring. Secondary glazed window. Single panelled radiator. Open way through to the Lounge.

Inner Hallway - Exposed timber ceiling beams. Tiled flooring. Understair pantry style cupboard.

Breakfast Kitchen - 3.56m x 3.35m (11'8 x 11'0) - One and a half bowl single drainer composite sink with mixer tap and base cupboard below. An additional range of matching base and eye level units with contrasting work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. Integrated Bosch double oven with four ring induction hob and extractor hood over. Rayburn range cooker. Space for Microwave. Plumbing for dishwasher. Space for a free-standing fridge/freezer. Exposed timber ceiling beams. Recessed spotlighting. Tiled flooring. uPVC double glazed window.

Snug - 4.67m x 3.68m (15'4 x 12'1) - Multi-fuel stove set on a tiled hearth. Exposed timber ceiling beams. Stripped oak flooring. Secondary glazed window to the front elevation. uPVC double glazed bow window to the rear elevation. Double panelled radiator.

Sun Room - 5.08m reducing to 4.14m x 2.97m (16'8 reducing to - Exposed wooden ceiling beams. Wall light points. Double glazed windows. Single paneled radiator. Stone slab flooring. Double doors opening onto the rear garden.

W.C. - Combined washbasin and W.C. vanity unit with storage. Built-in storage cupboard. Wall llight points. Tiled flooring. Single glazed window.

Utility Room - 2.64m x 1.17m (8'8 x 3'10) - Worcester Bosch oil fired boiler. Plumbing for automatic washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Single glazed window.

Garage - 4.65m x 3.94m max (15'03 x 12'11 max) - Up and over door. Stable style door opening to the rear garden. Power and light. Partially boarded loft storage space accessed via a pull-down ladder.

Study - 3.02m x 1.50m (9'11 x 4'11) - Exposed Cheshire brick. Single glazed window.

First Floor -

Landing - Handrail to the staircase. Exposed Cheshire brick and timber beams.

Bedroom One - 4.50m x 4.39m to the wardrobes (14'09 x 14'05 to t - Floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes to the chimney recess. Storage cupboard with shelving. Wall light points. Secondary glazed window to the front elevation . uPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation with cushioned window seat and storage below. Single panelled radiator.

En-Suite Shower Room - The suite comprises a fully tiled cubicle with Mira electric shower over, a combined washbasin, W.C. and bidet unit with vanity storage. Tiled splashbacks. Wall-mounted mirror-fronted bathroom cabinet. Extractor fan. Recessed spotlighting Double panelled radiator.

Bedroom Two - 3.53m x 3.33m (11'7 x 10'11) - Airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. uPVC double glazed window affording lovely views over the garden and the River Dane.

Bedroom Three - 3.43m x 3.02m (11'03 x 9'11) - Built-in storage cupboards. Secondary glazed window. Single panelled radiator.

Bathroom - The suite comprises a panelled bath with central mixer tap and shower attachment, a combined washbasin and W.C. vanity unit with storage. Electric shaver point. Wall light points. Exposed timber ceiling beams. uPVC double glazed window. Chrome heated towel rail.

Outside -

Gardens - The property is approached via a tarmacadam driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the garage. The gardens to the rear are a real standout feature with well-kept lawns, mature planting and a lovely outlook. The garden to the right hand side of the bridge is owned by a local farmer and rented to our current vendors for the last 25 years on a verbal understanding for a small token amount. We understand that an agreement could be reached following completion to any prospective purchasers. Direct access to the Dane Valley Way.

Tenure - Freehold