Cliff Road, Acton Bridge, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8

An expansive 8,000+ sq ft hillside home with self-contained two-bedroom cottage, versatile outbuildings, and beautifully landscaped gardens offering panoramic valley views

Description

An exceptional hillside family residence comprising a luxurious barn, separate cottage, and versatile outbuildings, set within approximately 1.65 acres of landscaped grounds with panoramic valley views. Extending to over 8,000 sq ft in total, this property offers generous and flexible living space in a beautiful setting, with potential for further development.

Barn
The main residence, this beautifully appointed family home combines character with modern comfort and a luxurious finish. A double-height entrance hall with floor-to-ceiling windows creates an impressive welcome, complemented by solid oak flooring and a galleried landing flooded with natural light. High ceilings and exposed beams enhance the sense of space throughout.

The ground floor accommodation includes three flexible reception rooms: a twin-aspect living room featuring a cast iron fireplace and sliding doors opening onto the patio; a large drawing room with a lovely bay window framing valley views; and a smaller snug, perfect for quiet moments, a playroom, or study. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with Corian worktops, an island with built-in storage, Amtico flooring, and quality AEG appliances. All principal ground floor rooms open onto the rear patio and garden, taking in breathtaking views across the Weaver valley and the wider Cheshire countryside, with Jodrell Bank’s space telescope visible on a clear day. A well-equipped utility room, boiler room, and second ground floor W.C. are located off the kitchen, with side access providing a convenient informal entrance for muddy boots or pets.

Up a fabulous solid oak staircase with a galleried landing, four spacious double bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation upstairs. Bedrooms two and three each have dressing rooms and share a Jack and Jill bathroom, while bedroom four features a distinctive arched window and a hand-painted Montmartre wall. The principal suite is a real highlight—spacious and dual-aspect—with built-in wardrobes and a spectacular en suite featuring a standalone bath, separate shower, twin vanities, and marble surfaces.

Cottage
The sizeable two-bedroom cottage, built as a self-contained annexe around 12 years ago, is an impressive property in its own right. Extending to over 2,000 sq ft, it offers flexible, high-specification accommodation with excellent accessibility. Accessed via a sweeping driveway that circles the plot perimeter, the cottage benefits from a garage and carport for parking. The stylish kitchen/diner—with oak units and Corian worktops—maximizes the valley views with a picture window and patio access. Two further generous reception rooms, currently arranged as a lounge and dining room, offer various layout options, including the potential to create a ground floor bedroom, serviced by the wet room off the hall. A study/cloakroom leads through to the integral garage with electric door, providing a dry secondary access, with a W.C. and utility room beyond. The property is designed for accessibility, with all ground floor doors allowing wheelchair access and hard flooring throughout.

Upstairs are two large en suite bedrooms with built-in storage.

There is potential to incorporate the cottage into the main house by knocking through the utility room into the barn drawing room (see floor plan).

Outbuildings and Gardens
A versatile outbuilding of approximately 650 sq ft is tucked into the top corner of the plot, currently used as a workshop and storage, with garages on either side housing garden machinery.

The large double garage (about 450 sq ft per floor) on the main driveway has electric doors and a staircase leading to a room above, suitable as a home office, games room, or music space, among other options. Built to full building specification, the garage allows potential conversion (subject to necessary permissions) should a buyer require further accommodation.

A stylish glass-fronted garden room, recently installed and well positioned at the bottom corner of the plot, offers a tranquil and versatile space with wonderful uninterrupted views. Potential uses include an office, gym, or lounge, while a large adjacent room offers handy storage space or potential scope for extension.

The gardens extend to approximately 1.65 acres, wrapping around the house on all sides with mature trees, shrubs, and well-maintained borders. Expansive lawns to the side and rear take full advantage of the valley views. Two ponds—one natural, one artificial—and a small paddock add to the outdoor appeal. A resin-bonded driveway circles the property, providing access to the workshop, garages, and cottage. The cottage wall is adorned with climbing wisteria, enhancing its charm.

Additional Features
The property benefits from mains gas with underfloor heating, full fibre broadband, and a shared septic tank.

Location

Nestled in the heart of Cheshire’s picturesque countryside, the property is on the outskirts of Acton Bridge, a charming village that blends rural tranquility with convenient connectivity. Surrounded by rolling green fields and scenic woodlands, the village offers an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, while still providing easy access to major hubs via its well-connected transport links.

Acton Bridge benefits from a welcoming community atmosphere, with local amenities including a traditional village pub, a primary school, and nearby shops in neighbouring towns. Families are well served by many popular state primary and senior schools in the local area, along with the independent Grange School in Hartford

For those seeking outdoor pursuits, the nearby River Weaver and the Weaver Valley offer beautiful walking and cycling routes, as well as opportunities for fishing and boating. There is motor racing at Oulton Park and the beautiful Delamere forest is just over fives miles away.

Commuters appreciate the area's excellent rail links, with direct trains from Acton Bridge and Cuddingham stations to Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester, making it ideal for professionals working in these cities. The village’s proximity to the M56 and M62 motorways also ensures convenient road travel across the North West and beyond.

Square Footage: 8,012 sq ft


Acreage: 1.65 Acres

Additional Info

Council Tax Band G