For sale Detached

Croco Farm House

Holmes Chapel, CW4 7DR

5 beds 2 baths Listed 24 Feb 2026 (-111d)

£825,000

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# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (CW4 7DR)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | Croco Farm House, Holmes Chapel, CW4 7DR |
| Price | £825,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | G |

## Description

The property forms part of a group of six secluded properties on the outskirts of the village on a private driveway. Three of the properties are the converted barns of the original farm.

The farmhouse offers exceptional, ready to move into accommodation, including three impressive reception rooms, and a stunning breakfast kitchen, with views over the beautifully landscaped, south facing garden. There are five generous bedrooms, two large bath/shower rooms (one en-suite), along with a spacious utility room and a highly practical boot room. The open courtyard is the property entrance of choice and provides a welcoming approach while the original front door located to the front of the property opens to the inviting dining hallway.

The farmhouse has an extensive block-paved driveway providing private parking for several vehicles and established flowerbeds enhance privacy and kerb appeal. The main garden is an impressive size and enjoys a desirable south facing aspect.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm, space and quality of this exceptional farmhouse.

This property is offered with no onward chain, allowing for a smooth and straightforward purchase.

EPC Rating - C

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band - G - Cheshire East

## Property Photos

- ![Front Aspect](/listings/photos/87637095/475045) - Front Aspect
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/87637095/475046) - Lounge
- ![Breakfast Kitchen](/listings/photos/87637095/475047) - Breakfast Kitchen
- ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/87637095/475048) - Dining Hall
- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/87637095/475049) - Hallway
- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/87637095/475050) - Hallway
- ![Breakfast Kitchen](/listings/photos/87637095/475051) - Breakfast Kitchen
- ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/87637095/475052) - Dining Hall
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/87637095/475053) - Lounge
- ![Snug](/listings/photos/87637095/475054) - Snug
- ![Ground Floor WC](/listings/photos/87637095/475055) - Ground Floor WC
- ![Boot Room](/listings/photos/87637095/475056) - Boot Room
- ![Utility ](/listings/photos/87637095/475057) - Utility 
- ![Utility](/listings/photos/87637095/475058) - Utility
- ![Landing](/listings/photos/87637095/475059) - Landing
- ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/87637095/475060) - Master Bedroom
- ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/87637095/475061) - Master Bedroom
- ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/87637095/475062) - Master Bedroom
- ![Master En-suite](/listings/photos/87637095/475063) - Master En-suite
- ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/87637095/475064) - Bedroom Two
- ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/87637095/475065) - Bedroom Two
- ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/87637095/475066) - Bedroom Three
- ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/87637095/475067) - Bedroom Three
- ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/87637095/475068) - Bedroom Four
- ![Bedroom Five](/listings/photos/87637095/475069) - Bedroom Five
- ![Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/87637095/475070) - Family Bathroom
- ![Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/87637095/475071) - Family Bathroom
- ![Courtyard Entrance ](/listings/photos/87637095/475072) - Courtyard Entrance 
- ![Courtyard Entrance ](/listings/photos/87637095/475073) - Courtyard Entrance 
- ![Terraced Garden Area ](/listings/photos/87637095/475074) - Terraced Garden Area 
- ![Ariel ](/listings/photos/87637095/475075) - Ariel 
- ![Sellers Picture](/listings/photos/87637095/475076) - Sellers Picture
- ![Sellers Picture](/listings/photos/87637095/475077) - Sellers Picture
- ![Sellers Picture](/listings/photos/87637095/475078) - Sellers Picture
- ![Front Aspect ](/listings/photos/87637095/671826) - Front Aspect 
- ![Sellers Picture](/listings/photos/87637095/671827) - Sellers Picture
- ![Sellers Picture](/listings/photos/87637095/671828) - Sellers Picture
- ![Gardens](/listings/photos/87637095/671829) - Gardens
- ![Gardens](/listings/photos/87637095/671830) - Gardens

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/87637095/475079) - Floorplan 1
- ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/87637095/475080) - Floorplan 2

## EPC Graphs

- ![Energy Performance Certificate](/listings/photos/87637095/475081) - Energy Performance Certificate

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 3 CARTMEL CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JS | £330,000 | 11/08/2023 | Detached |
| 2 ELMORE CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7HW | £310,000 | 26/05/2023 | Detached |
| 5 CARTMEL CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JS | £330,000 | 20/12/2022 | Detached |
| 54 PORTREE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JB | £625,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |
| 23 CHESTER ROAD, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7DJ | £385,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| 6 MARDALE COURT, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JP | £306,000 | 10/10/2022 | Detached |
| 2 NAIRN AVENUE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JL | £360,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached |
| 7 CONISTON DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JU | £435,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached |
| 16 MARDALE COURT, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JP | £250,000 | 28/09/2022 | Detached |
| 2 DERWENT CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JY | £600,000 | 31/08/2022 | Detached |
| 51 CHESTER ROAD, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7DR | £371,500 | 19/07/2022 | Detached |
| 39 BALMORAL DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JQ | £375,000 | 10/06/2022 | Detached |
| 59 PORTREE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JB | £508,000 | 01/06/2022 | Detached |
| 1 OAKFIELD RISE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7DY | £402,500 | 31/05/2022 | Detached |
| 1 STRATHMORE CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7PP | £495,000 | 26/05/2022 | Detached |
| 53 PORTREE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JB | £535,000 | 26/04/2022 | Detached |
| 11 GRASMERE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JW | £325,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 10 BOWNESS CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JX | £340,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 8 BRAMHALL DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7EJ | £325,000 | 11/03/2022 | Detached |
| 15 DORNOCH COURT, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JD | £365,000 | 21/02/2022 | Detached |

**Area average:** £398,650 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £644,740 (31 Detached, CW4, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +28%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £878/mo
- **Realistic:** £975/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.12% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £97,500

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 73%
- **10y growth:** 86.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 23.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 51.5%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

Local average

£644,740 (+28%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (31,988 of 33,755)

Street crime

23 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Fabulous Detached Farm House
Superb Hidden Village Location
Stylish Open Plan Breakfast Kitchen
Three Versatile Reception Rooms
Five Generous Bedrooms
Two Well Appointed Bath/Shower Rooms
Stunning South Facing Garden
EPC Rating - C
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - G - Cheshire East

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

A unique opportunity to purchase this stunning double-fronted detached farmhouse, dating back to the Victorian era, rich in charm and character. Beautifully maintained, thoughtfully extended and carefully modernised by the current owners, the property successfully blends period features with contemporary living.

The property forms part of a group of six secluded properties on the outskirts of the village on a private driveway. Three of the properties are the converted barns of the original farm.

The farmhouse offers exceptional, ready to move into accommodation, including three impressive reception rooms, and a stunning breakfast kitchen, with views over the beautifully landscaped, south facing garden. There are five generous bedrooms, two large bath/shower rooms (one en-suite), along with a spacious utility room and a highly practical boot room. The open courtyard is the property entrance of choice and provides a welcoming approach while the original front door located to the front of the property opens to the inviting dining hallway.

The farmhouse has an extensive block-paved driveway providing private parking for several vehicles and established flowerbeds enhance privacy and kerb appeal. The main garden is an impressive size and enjoys a desirable south facing aspect.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm, space and quality of this exceptional farmhouse.
This property is offered with no onward chain, allowing for a smooth and straightforward purchase.

EPC Rating - C
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - G - Cheshire East

Listed by

Holmes Chapel

Latham Estates Ltd

Reference: 87637095

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
43, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	62	89	79 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
43, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	36	87	62 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
47 Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	63	79	143 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
51 Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	58	72	100 m²	—	Detached
53, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	75	83	149 m²	England and Wales: 1967-1975	Detached
53, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	75	84	149 m²	England and Wales: 1967-1975	Detached
66, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	74	84	137 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
72 Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	62	80	103 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
74 Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	66	79	128 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Detached
80 Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	62	83	146 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Detached
86, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	55	79	101 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Detached
Brook House, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	62	80	164 m²	England and Wales: 1976-1982	Detached
Croco Brook Farm, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	80	85	200 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Croco Cottage, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	44	78	198 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Croco House, Chester Road, Holmes Chapel, CREWE	44	72	207 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 2

EPC Graphs

Energy Performance Certificate

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£825,000	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
3 CARTMEL CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JS	£330,000	11/08/2023	Detached
2 ELMORE CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7HW	£310,000	26/05/2023	Detached
5 CARTMEL CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JS	£330,000	20/12/2022	Detached
54 PORTREE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JB	£625,000	16/12/2022	Detached
23 CHESTER ROAD, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7DJ	£385,000	09/12/2022	Detached
6 MARDALE COURT, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JP	£306,000	10/10/2022	Detached
2 NAIRN AVENUE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JL	£360,000	30/09/2022	Detached
7 CONISTON DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JU	£435,000	30/09/2022	Detached
16 MARDALE COURT, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JP	£250,000	28/09/2022	Detached
2 DERWENT CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JY	£600,000	31/08/2022	Detached
51 CHESTER ROAD, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7DR	£371,500	19/07/2022	Detached
39 BALMORAL DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JQ	£375,000	10/06/2022	Detached
59 PORTREE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JB	£508,000	01/06/2022	Detached
1 OAKFIELD RISE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7DY	£402,500	31/05/2022	Detached
1 STRATHMORE CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7PP	£495,000	26/05/2022	Detached
53 PORTREE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JB	£535,000	26/04/2022	Detached
11 GRASMERE DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JW	£325,000	25/03/2022	Detached
10 BOWNESS CLOSE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JX	£340,000	25/03/2022	Detached
8 BRAMHALL DRIVE, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7EJ	£325,000	11/03/2022	Detached
15 DORNOCH COURT, HOLMES CHAPEL, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 7JD	£365,000	21/02/2022	Detached

Area average: £398,650 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 73%

10y growth 86.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 1.6%

5y (index) 23.6%

10y (index) 51.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £878/mo

Realistic £975/mo

Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

Selkirk Drive

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Holmes Chapel, off Selkirk Drive / Holmes Chapel Comprehensive	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Holmes Chapel, Chester Road / Brookfield Drive	0.1 miles
Shop	Co-op Food	0.3 miles
Shop	Appletons Hairdressing	0.4 miles
Train station	Holmes Chapel	0.7 miles
Train station	Goostrey	2.3 miles
University	University of Buckingham Crewe Campus	7.7 miles
Hospital	Rosemount Resource Centre	10.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	9
Other theft	6
Anti-social behaviour	2
Public order	2
Bicycle theft	1
Burglary	1
Drugs	1
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	23

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School	Secondary	0.2 miles	Good — 10 Mar 2020
Holmes Chapel Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Outstanding — 17 Jul 2015
Hermitage Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 20 Nov 2023
Brereton CofE Primary School	Primary	2.2 miles	Good — 19 Jan 2018
Goostrey Community Primary School	Primary	2.3 miles	Good — 16 Mar 2022

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.12%

Max investor price (0.8%) £121,875

Target investor price (1%) £97,500

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).

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