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MANOR COTTAGES, SCHOOL LANE, TARPORLEY, BUNBURY, CHESHIRE EAST CW6 9NR
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
121 m²
Council tax band
D
EPC rating
E
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£375,000 Feb 2021
Price per m²
£4,545/m²
Local average
£424,941 (+29.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (21,647 of 33,755)
Street crime
3 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Garden
- Parking
- Local Amenities
- Highly Regarded Nearby Schools
- Original Character Features
- Sought After Location
- Ideal for Families or Professionals
- Nearby Nature Walks
Additional details
- Parking
- Driveway
- Garden
- Private garden
Description
The Property.
Tucked away behind an attractive frontage on a quiet lane in the heart of Bunbury, this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached cottage offers a perfect blend of character features and modern family living.
Set back from the road, the property benefits from a front garden with off-road parking, creating a welcoming first impression. To the rear, a generous private garden with patio and pergola provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, and relaxed summer evenings.
Internally, the home has been thoughtfully arranged to create a natural flow between living spaces, combining cosy cottage charm with practical, contemporary design.
Reception Rooms.
Upon entering through a charming porch and solid wood door, you are welcomed into a bright and inviting hallway that sets the tone for the rest of the home.
The principal living room is a warm and characterful space, centred around a wood-burning stove that creates a cosy focal point. This room offers an ideal setting for relaxing evenings, with a comfortable layout suited to both everyday living and entertaining.
To the rear, an additional reception room, currently utilised as a bedroom, provides excellent versatility. This space would work equally well as a home office, snug, or playroom, offering flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyles.
Flexible Living Area.
The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen and dining area, designed to create a sociable and functional space for modern living.
The kitchen is beautifully appointed with quartz work surfaces, a traditional Belfast sink, double oven, integrated dishwasher, and hob with built-in extractor. A breakfast bar with seating forms a natural gathering point, perfect for casual dining or entertaining.
The dining area enjoys views over the garden, with a layout that allows for seamless interaction between cooking, dining, and socialising, making it ideal for family life and hosting.
A separate utility room adds excellent practicality, providing additional storage and workspace, and benefits from a stable door offering convenient side access to the property.
Bedrooms.
To the first floor, the landing opens into a useful dressing area, adding both practicality and a subtle sense of luxury to the space.
The property offers three well-proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying a pleasant outlook and an abundance of natural light. Thoughtfully balanced in size, the rooms provide comfortable and versatile accommodation, perfectly suited to family living, guest use, or adaptable space such as a home office.
Bathrooms.
The ground floor is enhanced by a well-appointed bathroom featuring a bath with shower over, WC, and wash basin. The first floor is served by a contemporary shower room, fitted with a modern suite including walk-in shower, WC, and wash hand basin, finished in a clean and stylish design.
Outdoor Living.
Externally, the property continues to impress with a generous rear garden, mainly laid to lawn and complemented by a patio area and pergola.
This space is perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The garden offers a good degree of privacy and provides a safe and enjoyable space for families.
To the front, off-road parking and a neat garden area enhance the property’s kerb appeal and practicality.
Location.
Bunbury is one of Cheshire’s most desirable villages, known for its strong community feel and charming character.
The village offers a range of local amenities, including a well-regarded primary school, popular pubs, independent shops, and scenic countryside walks. Nearby Tarporley provides a wider selection of restaurants, cafés, and boutique shopping.
The property is also well-positioned for access to Chester, Nantwich, and the wider motorway network, while Crewe railway station offers direct links to London and Manchester, making it ideal for commuters seeking a balance between rural living and connectivity.
REF: MR0788
Listed by
North West
exp world uk limited
Reference: 174419912
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: E
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 02/06/2023
Expiry date: 01/06/2033
Current heating cost: £2,235/year
Potential heating cost: £1,234/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £25,600
Recommendations
- Room-in-roof insulation (£1,500 - £2,700)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #15686659 Recent
Property Details
Street: 3 Manor Cottages
Town: School Lane
Postcode: CW6 9NR
Installation Details
Items: 13 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 26/03/2023
Work Completed: 13/01/2023
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £550,000 | +46.7% |
| Sold | 12/02/2021 (5 years ago) | £375,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street WHITEHOUSE COTTAGES 2 SCHOOL LANE, BUNBURY, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE EAST, CW6 9NR | £420,000 | 25/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street THE COTTAGE SCHOOL LANE, BUNBURY, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE EAST, CW6 9NR | £780,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached |
| Same street RUTLAND HOUSE SCHOOL LANE, BUNBURY, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE EAST, CW6 9NR | £1,050,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 16 THE HIGHLANDS, BUNBURY, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE EAST, CW6 9NT | £323,750 | 10/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street ALVASTON SCHOOL LANE, BUNBURY, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE EAST, CW6 9NR | £560,000 | 24/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| IVY HOUSE WHITCHURCH ROAD, BUNBURY HEATH, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE EAST, CW6 9SX | £300,000 | 30/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £702,500 (4 sales)
Area average: £311,875 (2 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Lancaster: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Bunbury, School Lane / Primary School | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | RF Burrows & Sons | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | The Co-operative Food | 0.4 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 2.8 miles |
| Hospital | The NeuroMuscular Centre | 6.2 miles |
| Train station | Nantwich | 6.9 miles |
| Train station | Wrenbury | 7.3 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 10.0 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Queen's Park Campus | 10.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Burglary | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total incidents | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunbury Aldersey CofE Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 28 Jan 2020 |
| Tarporley High School and Sixth Form College | Secondary | 2.4 miles | Good — 28 Jun 2023 |
| Tarporley CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.7 miles | Good — 10 Dec 2014 |
| Calveley Primary Academy | Primary | 3.0 miles | Good — 22 Jul 2019 |
| Eaton Primary School | Primary | 3.4 miles | Good — 21 Dec 2023 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).