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£1,400,000

Wellfield Lane, Timperley

Land size
4 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Description

***NO ONWARD CHAIN*** A truly unique opportunity to purchase an 18th century detached cottage in a plot of approximately 4 acres with large open courtyard providing access to converted stables providing further living accommodation and there is also a double garage and detached home office/gym. The main residence benefits from three large reception rooms which in turn lead onto attractive fitted kitchen with a range of quality integrated appliances whilst to the first floor the principal suite benefits from a dressing area and en-suite bathroom/WC and there are two further double bedrooms serviced by the family bathroom/WC. The grounds extend to approximately 4 acres incorporating grazing land and private gardens to the front, side and rear. Viewing is essential to appreciate the accommodation and plot on offer.

This is a unique opportunity to purchase an 18th century detached cottage with outbuildings plus an adjacent converted stable and with land extending to approximately 4 acres.

The main residence is the double fronted cottage which features two reception rooms either side leading onto an open plan full width third reception room with fitted kitchen beyond. The kitchen is fitted with an attractive range of quality units and a full range of integrated appliances with access to the rear garden. To the first floor there is an impressive principal suite with dressing area, double bedroom and full en-suite bathroom/WC. There are two further double bedrooms serviced by the family bathroom/WC.

Externally the stables have been converted to create further accommodation which features a front sitting room plus full width dining kitchen and double bedroom with adjacent en-suite bathroom/WC.

Externally remote gates provide access to the open courtyard which in turn leads onto the detached double garage with two work shops to the rear. Surrounding the property are the main gardens and patio seating area and there is also the added benefit of a detached home office/gym with large storage area behind. Beyond the gardens and courtyard is a large expanse of grazing land and as previously stated the total land approaches 4 acres.

The area is well placed being within the catchment area of highly regarded primary and secondary schools and within easy reach of Timperley and Hale villages and Altrincham town centre with the Metrolink service into Manchester.

A superb family home offering versatile accommodation which needs to be seen to be appreciated and viewing is highly recommended.

Accommodation -

Cottage -

Sitting Room - 4.98m x 4.93m (16'4" x 16'2") - Bay window to the front and double glazed window to the side. Tiled floor. Exposed beam ceiling. Underfloor heating. Focal point of a cast iron solid fuel burner which also opens onto the:

Family Room - 4.90m x 4.55m (16'1" x 14'11") - Bay window to the front. Television/telephone/data point. Underfloor heating. Exposed beam ceiling.

Living/Dining Room - 9.68m x 4.75m (31'9" x 15'7") - A superb reception room running the full width of the property with a focal point of a cast iron fireplace within an exposed brick chimney breast. Exposed beam ceiling. Dual aspect double glazed windows. Two Velux windows to the rear. Underfloor heating. Spindle balustrade staircase to first floor. Double doors leading onto the rear garden.

Kitchen - 4.80m x 3.07m (15'9" x 10'1") - Fitted with an impressive range of in frame wall and base units with work surface over incorporating an enamel sink unit with drainer and waste disposal. Double integrated oven/grill plus five ring gas hob with extractor over, two integrated Neff fridges. Kenwood dishwasher. Integrated bin store. Double glazed window overlooking the rear garden. Tiled floor. Cupboard housing gas central heating boiler. There is a rear entrance vestibule off with integrated Neff freezer plus double glazed window and door to the side.

First Floor -

Landing - Exposed beam ceiling. Recessed low voltage lighting. Airing cupboard.

Bedroom 1 - 5.84m x 3.18m (19'2" x 10'5") - A superb principal suite with double glazed window overlooking the rear gardens with views to open land beyond. Exposed beam ceiling. Radiator. Television/telephone/data point.

Dressing Area - 3.81m x 2.34m (12'6" x 7'8) - With fitted wardrobes and dressing table.

En-Suite - 3.61m x 3.45m (11'10" x 11'4") - Fitted with a white suite with chrome fittings comprising free standing roll top claw foot bath, separate tiled shower enclosure, vanity wash basin and WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Double glazed window to the side. Tiled splashback. Recessed low voltage lighting. Extractor fan. Integrated speakers.

Bedroom 2 - 5.03m x 4.50m (16'6" x 14'9") - Double glazed window to the front. Radiator. Television/telephone/data point.

Bedroom 3 - 4.98m x 3.10m (16'4" x 10'2") - With double glazed window to the front. Radiator. Exposed beam ceiling. Television/telephone/data point. Access to roof space.

Bathroom - 3.91m x 1.78m (12'10" x 5'10") - Fitted with a white suite with chrome fittings comprising tiled shower enclosure, wash hand basin and WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled splashback. Recessed low voltage lighting. Extractor fan.

Newfoundwell Barn -

Ground Floor -

Sitting Room - 7.11m x 3.84m (23'4" x 12'7") - With a focal point of a log burner. Double glazed window to the side. Dual aspect doors. Electric heater. Spindle balustrade staircase to first floor. Television/telephone/data point.

Dining Kitchen - 7.32m x 2.29m (24'0" x 7'6") - With a comprehensive range of wall and base units with work surfaces over incorporating stainless steel sink unit with drainer. Integrated oven/grill. Integrated fridge and freezer. Four ring hob with stainless steel extractor hood. Tiled splashback. Doors to the side and rear. Double glazed window to the rear. Electric heater. Recessed low voltage lighting.

First Floor -

Bedroom - 5.79m x 3.91m (19'0" x 12'10") - Electric heater. Television aerial point.

En-Suite - 3.89m x 2.24m (12'9" x 7'4") - Fitted with a white suite with chrome fittings comprising panelled bath, tiled shower enclosure, vanity wash basin and WC. Double glazed window to the rear. Velux to the rear. Recessed low voltage lighting. Chrome heated towel rail.

Outside -

Garage - 11.94m x 6.50m maximum measurements (39'2" x 21'4" - With doors to the front. Three windows to the side. Two workshops to the rear. Door to the rear. Work surface incorporating stainless steel sink unit with drainer and storage beneath. Light and power. Two electric heaters. WC. Mezzanine storage area.

Home Office/Gym - 6.96m x 2.59m (22'10" x 8'6") - Versatile space could be used as a home office or gym and with double doors to the front and window to the side. Light and power. Electric heater. Recessed low voltage lighting. Data point. There are also double doors to the rear leading to a large storage area.

Externally there are lawned gardens immediately to the side and rear of the main residence and there is gated access leading onto the grazing land with the whole site approaching 4 acres.

Services -

Possession - Vacant possession upon completion.

Council Tax - Trafford Band "G"

Tenure - We are informed the property is Freehold. This should be verified by your Solicitor.

Note - No appliances, fixtures and fittings have been inspected and purchasers are recommended to obtain their own independent advice.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-02-04

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 826 Homes with Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).

This Property£350,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £192,371 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
80 C
80 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

64 Mbps

Superfast · available to 12% of premises

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Cloverlea Primary School663 metresOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    228
    Type
    Community school
  • Broomwood Primary School772 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    355
    Type
    Community school
  • Willows Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    375
    Type
    Community school
  • Stamford Park Primary School1.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    426
    Type
    Community school
  • St Vincent's Catholic Primary School1.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    632
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Roman Catholic

Secondary

  • Altrincham College660 metresOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    973
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Wellington School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,536
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Dixons Newall Green Academy1.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    364
    Type
    Free schools
  • Saint Ambrose College1.1 milesOfsted report card · Nov 2025
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,096
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
    Gender
    Boys
  • Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College1.1 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,638
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Roman Catholic

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Tesco Altrincham Express, Altrincham781 metres
Morrisons Daily Timperley Shaftesbury Ave, Altrincham0.7 miles
Co-op Timperley, Altrincham0.8 miles

GP surgery

Timperley Health Centre (Westwood)0.9 miles

Pharmacy

High Speed Pharmacy556 metres

Hospital

Wythenshawe Hospital0.9 miles

Green space

Allotments Or Community Growing Spaces180 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Altrincham Rail Station1.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Green Lane471 metres

Typical drive times

Hale4 min · 1.5 miles
Sale10 min · 3.5 miles
Gatley11 min · 4.2 miles
Altrincham6 min · 2 miles
Manchester (city)21 min · 9.1 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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