Samuel Makepeace Bespoke Estate Agents Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme & Alsager
Once Upon a Lane… A Hidden Duchy cottage with a Heart Full of Charm is found…
Tucked away along a quiet, private lane, where the trees whisper and the countryside stretches wide, Clematis Cottage awaits — a beautifully preserved four-bedroom Duchy cottage that feels as if it’s been lifted from the pages of a storybook. Though officially semi-detached, this enchanting home offers the peace, privacy, and space of a detached property, wrapped in nature, nestled behind flourishing gardens, and surrounded by serene views. From the moment you arrive, a sense of calm and wonder settles in — this is not just a house, it’s a haven. Step inside and be welcomed by warmth and character at every turn. Where three picture-perfect reception rooms offer timeless elegance, each with its own unique charm — from the flicker of an electric fire in the cosy sitting room to the rich wood-panelled doors and traditional Adam-style fireplaces that echo the home’s heritage. The heart of the home is a spectacular kitchen/diner, extended to perfection and bathed in natural light. With sparkling quartz worktops, stable door, ceramic sink, integrated appliances, and even space for an AGA, this is a space where family and friends will naturally gather, laugh, and linger. A handy utility room offers practical space, while still feeling every bit as well-considered as the rest of the home. Upstairs, four generously sized double bedrooms await, including a master suite with breathtaking views over the magical garden and a cleverly hidden en-suite. Further three other bedrooms await, each room is thoughtfully arranged, offering both comfort and style, with ample built-in storage and soft views that lull you into relaxation. The first floor is completed with spacious a tiled bathroom.
But the story doesn’t end there — in fact, it only deepens. Step through the French doors and into a garden that feels like it was dreamed into life — a spellbinding, sanctuary, overflowing with colour, texture, and charm at every turn. It’s a place where time slows down and the air feels sweeter, where butterflies dance through sunbeams and each path leads to something wonderful. Sip tea as the morning mist rises over the flowers, lose yourself in a book beneath a blossoming tree, or watch the stars come alive from a quiet nook on the lawn. Every corner is thoughtfully tended, yet wild with beauty — a true secret garden that feels both timeless and alive. And as if conjured by a wish, two utterly charming outbuildings sit tucked within the greenery — one beautifully glazed and fully powered, ready to become a creative studio, serene workspace, or even a little fairy-tale retreat of your own.
With newly fitted wooden double-glazed windows and doors, a modern alarm system, and a level of care and maintenance that shines through every detail, Clematis Cottage is ready for its next chapter. And though it feels a world away, you’re just minutes from the A500, M6, and the vibrant towns of Alsager, Nantwich, and Sandbach — offering the perfect blend of rural enchantment and real-world convenience.
This is more than a home — it’s a fairytale waiting to be lived. A rare and wonderful opportunity to own a place where dreams grow wild among the flowers.
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ROOM DETAILS
INTERIOR
GROUND FLOOR
Lobby
Wood panelled double doors having glazed insets.
Family Room
Double glazed window to the front elevation. Wood panelled door having glazed frosted insets. Adam’s style fireplace with tiled hearth. Single panel radiator.
Living Room
Double glazed window to the front elevation. Storage cupboard. Stairs to the first floor. Adam’s style fireplace with tiled hearth having electric fire. Single panel radiator.
Dining Room
Double glazed window to the side elevation. Double glazed French doors opening to the rear garden. Single panel radiator.
Inner Lobby
WC
Two piece suite comprising of a low level WC and wall
mounted wash hand basin with splashback tiling.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Double glazed windows to the side elevations. Wood panelled stable door opening to the rear garden. A range of wall, base and drawer units with quartz work surfaces over incorporating a 1.5 bowl sink unit with drainer and Quooker mixer tap. Integrated AEG oven with Neff electric hob. Space for Aga. Integrated Neff fridge. Integrated Miele dishwasher.
Utility Room
Oil fired boiler. Space and plumbing for a washing machine. Space for freestanding freezer. Storage cupboard. Range of wall units, work surface incorporating a stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
Double glazed window to the side elevation. Storage cupboard
housing hot water cylinder.
Bedroom One
Double glazed windows to the side and rear elevation. Built-in wardrobes with hanging rail and shelving. Single panel radiator.
En-Suite
Storage cupboards having shelving. Heated towel rail. Double
glazed window to the side elevation. Three piece suite comprising a low level
WC, pedestal wash hand basin and shower cubicle with rainfall shower over.
Bedroom Two
Double glazed window to the side elevation. Single panel
radiator. Two storage cupboards with hanging rail. Built-in wardrobes with
hanging rail and shelving.
Bedroom Three
Double glazed window to the rear elevation. Storage cupboard
with shelving. Single panel radiator.
Bedroom Four
Double glazed window to the side elevation. Single panel
radiator. Range of hanging rails and shelving.
Bathroom
Three piece suite comprising a low level WC, pedestal wash
hand basin and panelled bath with shower over. Partly tiled walls. Heated towel
rail. Double glazed window to the rear elevation.
EXTERIOR
Front
The property is accessed via a private lane to a parking area providing allocated off road parking. Two side access paths and mature shrubbery with pebbles for decoration. Electric car charging port.
Rear/Side
A generous, tiered private garden providing a picturesque
backdrop with mature trees and shrubs having an open aspect to the side and
rear. The thoughtfully landscaped garden includes a patio area, perfect for
outside entertaining and dining. Two outbuildings provide ample storage in
addition to a log store, bin store, outside tap and electrics.
Outbuilding One - 4.556 x 2.556 (14'11" x 8'4")
Two glazed windows to the front elevation. Wood panelled
door. Power and lighting.
Outbuilding Two 2.743 x 1.984 (8'11" x 6'6")
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
INTERNET: The property benefits from Starlink satellite internet with average speeds of approximately 100mb.
LOFT: Fully boarded with ladders and light.
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Tenure : Freehold
Council Tax Band : E
Offers in the region of £600,000
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A holding deposit of one weeks rent will be required to commit to the property you wish to rent. The one week deposit forms as your part of your first months advance
The tenant(s) will normally pay one month rent in advance (unless otherwise agreed by the landlord) which will cover the first month’s rent.
The tenant(s) will pay five weeks security deposit at the commencement of the tenancy and it is the landlord liability to ensure they register/protect the deposit with an approved government scheme.
You will pay interest on any payment of Rent not made, in the event of the tenant failing to pay the rent on the date it is due, the Tenant shall pay interest at the rate of 3% per annum above the Bank of England base rate on any rent remaining unpaid for more than 14 days after the day on which it became due.
The vacating tenant who wishes to replace themselves will be liable for a tenancy change charge of £50.00 or for any additional changes required during the term.
You will need to pay for the cost if a key needs to be replaced due to your error. Also pay for the cost of other security devices from £50.00+ and you will also be charged a call out charge of £85.00+ if you are locked out and need assistance either by the agent or contractor. In the event locks need to be changed you will be charged an hourly rate charged by the contractor/company used and an invoice will be provided.
Which may apply will be charged to the tenants for all damages caused by tenant’s negligence whether misuse or accidental. Out of hour’s services from: £150+ for the first hour, then £85+ per hour after that plus any additional costs incurred.
Call out charge: £85+ for the first hour, where actions/misuse of the tenant results in the agent (or nominated contractor) having to attend the property. Any time beyond the first hour to remedy the situation is charged at the hourly rate of £65+ or the hourly rate charged by the nominated company.
If tenant(s) wish to terminate the contract during the fixed term all tenants will remain liable to pay rent until the term expires. In addition you will be liable to pay an early surrender charge of £600+
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