Betchton Road, Malkins Bank, CW11

There are houses that simply provide somewhere to live, and then there are homes where the setting changes how everyday life feels.

This older cottage sits alongside the Trent and Mersey Canal at Malkins Bank, with far reaching views across the Cheshire countryside and direct access from the garden to the canal towpath. For somebody who enjoys walking, nature or simply a quieter pace of life, that connection to the outdoors is a very special part of the home.

A schedule of work has already been completed, including a new main roof with a ten year guarantee. The orangery has also received a newly fitted roof, giving the next owner reassurance that important improvements have already been addressed.

The front door opens directly into the sitting room, creating the warm welcome you would hope for from a cottage of this style. An ornate fireplace with tiled detailing, an exposed beam, shelving and a fire all add to the character of the room.

Beyond the sitting room is the fitted kitchen. Open shelving, painted finishes and a beamed ceiling give the room a relaxed cottage feel. The kitchen includes fitted storage, work surfaces, a gas hob, electric oven and space for a washing machine and fridge freezer.

The orangery provides space for a dining table and chairs and has direct access to the garden. With its recently fitted roof and connection to the outside, it creates a useful additional room for dining, reading or simply enjoying the surroundings.

The shower room is positioned on the ground floor and includes a corner shower, WC, vanity basin and heated towel rail.

Upstairs are two bedrooms. The front bedroom is a comfortable double with built in shelving. The second bedroom is currently used as a study and reading room but can accommodate a double bed. Its rear facing window captures the far reaching countryside views and makes this a particularly peaceful room.

The garden has been arranged across different levels, with paved seating areas, established planting and a useful garden shed. Wooden steps lead directly to the canal towpath, allowing you to step out of the garden and begin a countryside or canalside walk.

Malkins Bank has a semi rural atmosphere while remaining accessible to Sandbach, Wheelock and Alsager. Nearby leisure options include Malkins Bank Golf Club, while Sandbach provides independent shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and its historic town centre.

Local education options include Wheelock Primary School, St John’s Church of England Primary School, Sandbach School and Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College. Buyers should make their own enquiries regarding current catchments and admissions.

This cottage will not suit somebody looking for a modern estate home with perfectly square rooms. It will appeal to a buyer who values age, individuality, views and the simple pleasure of being able to walk directly from their garden onto the canal.