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Knarr Barn Lane, Dobcross, Saddleworth, OL3

Land size
1 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • SOUGHT AFTER DOBCROSS
  • CHARACTER DETACHED COTTAGE
  • 1 ACRE PLOT APPROX
  • STUNNING VIEWS
  • 4 BEDROOMS
  • GATED DRIVEWAY
  • PLANNING PERMISSION FOR SEPERATE DWELLING
  • FREEHOLD
  • COUNCIL TAX BAND - G
  • EPC RATING - E

Description

A wonderful opportunity to acquire a 17th century detached cottage with an acre of land and stunning views in sought after Dobcoss. EPC - E.

Nestled away above the sought after villages of Dobcross and Delph this 18th century detached stone cottage provides a wonderful family home in a private setting with superb views.

The cottage sits on a generous plot of approximately 1 acre with planning permission granted to replace the garage with a 1 bedroom annex and a brick built outbuilding in need of renovation which could have a multitude of uses.

This characterful home comprises a front porch and entrance hall, large lounge with feature multi fuel stove, snug / ground floor office and spacious dining room with original stone fireplace. The attractive kitchen is fitted with shaker units with granite tops over and a Belfast sink along with a gas range and integrated dishwasher. There is also a useful utility area and ground floor bathroom fitted with a white suite including roll top bath.

To the first floor there are 4 generous bedrooms, the largest of the two with decorative fireplaces and exposed beams. The second bathroom is fitted with an attractive suite comprising shower cubicle, roll top bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level wc.

The property is central heated via oil and the stone mullions are uPVC double glazed throughout.

Externally the property enjoys level mature gardens which are very private, laid mainly to lawn at the front with well stocked flower beds, flagged patio terraces and good size decked area with fabulous views.

At the rear is a useful outbuilding, (which has previously been used as a home office,) is need of upgrading. Beyond this a good size raised courtyard providing ample off road parking and a double timber garage. The garage has planning permission to build a create a 1 bedroom annex in its place. There is cobbled driveway access providing further off road parking.

Daisy Hill is a large family home with immense character, a high degree of privacy in a sought after mature rural setting. Early viewing is essential to appreciate the style and nature of the accommodation on offer.

Mains water and electricity are connected.
Heating is oil.
Drainage is to a private system.

As part of making an offer, we’re required by law to complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks to confirm the identity of all purchasers. To cover the cost of this process, a fee of £48 inc VAT per buyer is payable when your offer is accepted. This is a standard requirement for all buyers and helps us ensure your offer can be progressed as quickly and smoothly as possible.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks - As part of making an offer, we’re required by law to complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks to confirm the identity of all purchasers. To cover the cost of this process, a fee of £60 inc VAT per buyer is payable when your offer is accepted. This is a standard requirement for all buyers and helps us ensure your offer can be progressed as quickly and smoothly as possible.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-07-03

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 781 Homes with Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).

This Property£850,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £189,247 / 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
46 E
83 B

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

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Driveway, Gated Parking
Garden
Garden

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

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

23 Mbps

Standard (10-30 Mbps)

Suitable for

  • Web & social
  • Music streaming
  • Standard video calls

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

  • Delph Primary School0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    205
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    232
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Knowsley Junior School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    216
    Type
    Foundation school
  • St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    209
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • St Chad's Church of England Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    269
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Saddleworth School1.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,444
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Waterhead Academy1.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    761
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Oasis Academy Leesbrook2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,349
    Type
    Free schools
  • Mossley Hollins High School2.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    894
    Type
    Academy converter
  • E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy2.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    975
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* 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

Co-op Delph, Delph0.6 miles
Co-op Uppermill, Uppermill1.5 miles
Co-op Moorside Oldham, Oldham1.7 miles

GP surgery

Saddleworth Medical Practice1.5 miles

Pharmacy

Everest Pharmacy - Delph0.6 miles

Hospital

Royal Oldham Hospital3.6 miles

Green space

Play Space829 metres

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Greenfield Rail Station1.7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Albion Farm267 metres

Typical drive times

Lees6 min · 2.6 miles
Shaw9 min · 3.4 miles
Oldham12 min · 4.8 miles
Mossley9 min · 3.5 miles
Manchester (city)32 min · 12 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

A 1 in 100 to 1 in 1000 chance each yearMedium to 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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