Runge Farm, Buckstones Road, Shaw
Fixed Price
£1,695,000Knowing the purchase price means you can work out the total cost of buying the property.Read more about property price in our glossary page.
Added on 16/06/2026
- PROPERTY TYPE
Barn
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- 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
- Detached Barn Conversion set in approx. 1.5 acres
- Over 3000 sq ft internal living accommodation
- Extensive parking including garage
- Five reception areas
- Four bedrooms/Two bathroom
- Spacious dining kitchen with integral appliances, leading to a cellar/wine cellar
- Private and secure with elevated views
- Children's playground including zip wire, climbing wall and slide
- Swim Spa with automated cover
Description
Hidden away above Shaw, occupying an elevated position with far-reaching views across Saddleworth and the surrounding countryside, Runge Farm is a home that immediately captures the imagination.
Dating back to the 1700s, this remarkable stone farmhouse has evolved gracefully over the centuries. Today, it stands as an exceptional family residence where original character and contemporary living combine effortlessly.
Set behind private electric gates and approached via a discreet lane from Buckstones Road, the property enjoys a rare sense of privacy and exclusivity. Yet despite its secluded setting, local amenities, transport links and the beautiful villages of Saddleworth remain only moments away.
Extending to approximately 3,000 square feet and surrounded by around 1.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Runge Farm offers a unique opportunity to acquire not simply a house, but a way of life.
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The Approach
First impressions count, and few properties make an entrance quite like Runge Farm.
The private lane gently rises away from the road before revealing the property in all its glory. Secure electric gates open onto an expansive courtyard driveway with parking for numerous vehicles, while the striking stone façade immediately showcases the property's heritage and enduring appeal.
Positioned proudly within its grounds, the house enjoys spectacular panoramic views stretching across the surrounding landscape, creating an ever-changing backdrop throughout the seasons.
Privacy, security and tranquillity define the setting from the moment you arrive.
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A Home Rich in Character
Runge Farm beautifully celebrates its agricultural origins whilst embracing the comforts of modern family living.
Having undergone extensive refurbishment in recent years, including a complete reroofing programme and upgraded electrical systems, the property offers peace of mind alongside timeless charm.
Throughout the home, exposed beams, original brickwork and period detailing provide a constant reminder of its fascinating history. These character features blend seamlessly with contemporary finishes and thoughtful design choices, creating interiors that feel both elegant and welcoming.
The current owners have carefully enhanced every aspect of the property, ensuring that modern conveniences never overshadow the building's heritage.
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Living Spaces Designed for Family Life
The accommodation has been designed to offer flexibility, comfort and space for every occasion.
A welcoming entrance vestibule opens into a generous hallway, setting the tone for the accommodation beyond.
Five reception rooms provide exceptional versatility, allowing spaces to be tailored to individual lifestyles. Whether entertaining guests, working from home, enjoying family gatherings or simply relaxing, Runge Farm offers a room for every occasion.
The snug lounge provides a cosy retreat, whilst the formal dining room creates the perfect setting for family celebrations and entertaining.
Two of the principal reception rooms feature impressive log-burning stoves, creating wonderful focal points and adding warmth and atmosphere throughout the winter months.
Large windows frame the surrounding views and allow natural light to flood the interiors, further enhancing the sense of space.
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The Heart of the Home
At the centre of the property lies a beautifully proportioned kitchen-diner.
Designed with both practicality and sociability in mind, this bright and inviting space serves as the hub of daily life. Whether preparing family meals, hosting friends or enjoying relaxed weekend breakfasts, the kitchen effortlessly caters for modern living.
Supporting accommodation includes a utility room, ground-floor WC and useful cellar storage, ensuring functionality is every bit as impressive as aesthetics.
The attached double garage, complete with remote-controlled electric doors, provides secure parking and additional storage space.
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First Floor Accommodation
A bespoke Neville Johnson staircase rises elegantly to a striking galleried mezzanine landing, creating one of the home's most impressive architectural features.
The first floor continues to impress, offering four generous bedrooms, each benefitting from fitted wardrobes.
The principal suite has been thoughtfully designed to create a luxurious private retreat. A bespoke media wall and feature fireplace provide a sophisticated focal point, whilst the modern en-suite bathroom offers contemporary styling and comfort.
The family bathroom is equally impressive and incorporates a jacuzzi bath alongside a sauna shower unit, creating a spa-like environment for everyday relaxation.
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Outdoor Living Reimagined
One of Runge Farm's most remarkable qualities is the way it extends family life beyond the walls of the house.
The south-facing orientation ensures sunlight can be enjoyed throughout the day, whilst extensive Indian stone terraces provide exceptional spaces for entertaining, dining and relaxing outdoors.
Whether hosting summer garden parties, family celebrations or quiet evenings overlooking the countryside, the outdoor spaces have been designed to be enjoyed throughout the year.
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Gardens Beyond Compare
Extending to approximately 1.5 acres, the gardens represent years of careful planning, investment and passionate stewardship.
Beautifully landscaped lawns flow effortlessly between different areas of the grounds, creating a series of interconnected outdoor rooms.
Every aspect of the gardens has been thoughtfully curated to create visual interest, practical usability and year-round enjoyment.
The result is a setting that feels both grand and intimate, formal and family-friendly.
The lawns themselves are exceptional. Immaculately maintained and wonderfully established, they provide a picture-perfect backdrop to the home whilst creating extensive space for recreation and relaxation.
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Leisure and Entertainment
The lifestyle offering at Runge Farm is truly outstanding.
A luxurious swim spa provides a dedicated wellness and relaxation space, complete with automated cover for ease of use and year-round enjoyment.
The substantial outdoor gazebo has been designed as a genuine extension of the living accommodation. Featuring retractable walls, integrated lighting and ceiling-mounted heaters, it offers a versatile entertaining environment whatever the season.
Whether enjoying summer barbecues, winter gatherings or simply relaxing with family and friends, this space has been designed to maximise enjoyment of the surrounding gardens.
An oversized log store complements the outdoor lifestyle perfectly, providing ample storage for firewood for both the home's log burners and outdoor entertaining areas.
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A Garden Feature Like No Other
The magnificent koi pond creates one of the estate's most memorable focal points.
Designed and maintained to an exceptional standard, it benefits from its own dedicated plant room and professional-grade filtration systems.
The result is a feature that combines tranquillity, movement and natural beauty whilst reflecting the extraordinary attention to detail evident throughout the property.
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A Family Paradise
For families, the bespoke adventure playground is simply extraordinary.
Constructed using premium materials and designed with safety at its core, the installation includes a zip wire, climbing wall, slides and numerous additional features.
It is a space where imaginations can flourish, adventures can unfold and memories can be created for years to come.
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Future Potential
Runge Farm not only offers an exceptional home today, but exciting possibilities for tomorrow.
The former garage and stable block has already been planned for reconstruction as additional garaging and storage accommodation should future owners wish to proceed.
Furthermore, the extensive grounds may offer scope for further development, subject to any necessary planning permissions.
Potential opportunities could include a leisure suite, home office complex, garden rooms, workshops, studio space, additional garaging or ancillary outbuildings.
The flexibility afforded by the site ensures the property can continue to evolve alongside its future owners' aspirations.
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An Exceptional Location
The property's elevated setting places some of Greater Manchester's most beautiful countryside right on the doorstep.
Brushes Clough Conservation Area is within easy reach and offers scenic walking routes around the historic reservoir, dramatic waterfalls and extensive moorland trails.
The sought-after villages of Saddleworth are just a short drive away, renowned for their independent shops, excellent restaurants, traditional pubs and vibrant community atmosphere.
For commuters, motorway access can be reached within approximately ten minutes, whilst the nearby Metrolink network provides convenient connections to Manchester city centre and surrounding towns.
The result is a location that perfectly balances rural tranquillity with everyday convenience.
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A Lifestyle Without Compromise
Runge Farm is more than a period farmhouse.
It is a private country estate, an entertainer's dream, a family sanctuary and a home designed for making memories.
Every improvement undertaken by the current owners has been completed with care, vision and attention to detail. The result is a property where character and luxury coexist beautifully, and where indoor and outdoor living are given equal importance.
Properties capable of delivering this combination of privacy, space, character, lifestyle and future potential are exceptionally rare.
Runge Farm is a home that must be experience
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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.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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Runge Farm, Buckstones Road, Shaw
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Affordability
Monthly repayments£8,500
Property: £ 1,695,000
Deposit: £ 169,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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