# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (WA16 7LY) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | GORSLYN STABLES, OSTLERS LANE, KNUTSFORD, MOBBERLEY, CHESHIRE WA16 7LY | | Price | £1,150,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | G | | Last sold | £685,000 Dec 2005 | ## Description This beautifully presented, four-bedroom detached character property has been sympathetically maintained and improved over the years by the current owners to now offer light spacious and flexible living accommodation in a modern style. Particular mention must be made of the open plan breakfast kitchen with central island adjoining the sitting room with log burner and French doors to the patio, the large living dining room with dual aspect and feature fireplace as well as the very recently refitted family bathroom and downstairs shower room. There is also huge potential for equestrian families to keep horses on site with a range of facilities whilst offering opportunity for development or to run a business (subject to relevant permissions). Located on the outskirts of the village in a very private position adjoining open countryside with a range of walks on the doorstep, in close proximity to local towns whilst being ideally positioned for all major network access to the Northwest and beyond. The property is approached through electrically operated, timber gates over a gravel hardstanding with large parking area leading to a cobbled driveway and front entrance. The formal gardens are laid to lawn in the main, offering a high degree of privacy with large lily pond, viewing deck, raised decked patio area incorporating hot tub with pergola and stone flagged pathways. Beyond the gardens are two large paddocks with menage (full plot size extending to 2.4 acres in total), a range of stables and a large split-level barn offering a range of different purposes and full equestrian facilitates. Further land available of up to 10.5 acres for long term rent on a Common Law Grazing Tenancy. **Directions** From Knutsford Town Centre pass the rail station to the traffic lights. Proceed up Hollow Lane & continue along Mobberley Road/Knutsford Road (B5085) for approx 4 miles. Turn left just prior to The Bird in Hand public house onto Hall Lane. Turn left onto Davenport Lane and continue right onto Blakeley Lane. Turn left onto Ostlers Lane and continue to its end where the property will then be seen. **Hallway** Front door., Two ceiling light points. Wall light point. Radiator. Stairs to first floor. Stone tiled floor. Cloaks cupboard. Under stairs storage/study area. **Living Dining Room** Coved ceiling. Two ceiling light points. Wall light point. Double glazed windows to front and side. Two radiators. Feature brick fireplace with decorative beam over and stone hearth. **Sitting Room** Coved ceiling. Ceiling light point. Radiator. Double glazed windows to side. Feature fireplace alcove housing wood burning stove on stone hearth. **Breakfast Kitchen ** Fitted with a range of units comprising cupboards and drawers with work surfaces over and matching wall and display units. 1 1/2 bowl sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Built-in double oven. Space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Space for American style refrigerator. Five ring ceramic hob. Matching island unit with storage and drawers under and breakfast bar seating area. Beamed ceiling. Downlights. Feature ceiling lighting. Double glazed windows to rear. Stone tiled floor. **Rear Hall** Ceiling light point. Fitted cupboards. Cloaks area. Radiator with decorative cover. Courtesy door to rear. Stone tiled floor. **Bedroom ** Ceiling light point. Double glazed windows to front and side. Radiator. **En-Suite Shower Room** White suite comprising walk-in shower unit with chrome fittings and glazed screen. WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Chrome heated towel radiator. Downlights. Opaque double glazed window to rear. Wood effect flooring. **Galleried Landing** Feature ceiling beam. Two ceiling light points. Double glazed windows to front. Radiator. Walk-in linen/storage cupboard. **Bedroom ** Feature ceiling beam. Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to front. Radiator. Two walk-in wardrobe/dressing rooms. **Bedroom ** Feature ceiling beam. Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to side. Radiator. Two walk-in wardrobe/dressing rooms. **Bedroom ** Feature ceiling beam. Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to side. Velux skylight. Radiator. **Bathroom** Contemporary white suite comprising stand alone bath with stand alone chrome mixer tap. Large walk-in shower with chrome fittings and glazed screen. Twin vanity wash hand basins with chrome mixer taps and cupboards under. Low level WC. Ceiling light points. Double glazed windows to rear. Tiled walls and floor. Vertical wall radiator. **Externally** The property is approached through electrically operated, timber gates over a gravel hardstanding with large parking area leading to cobbled driveway and front entrance. The ground formal gardens are laid to lawn in the main, offering a high degree of privacy with large lily pond, viewing deck, raised decked patio area incorporating hot tub with pergola and stone flagged pathways. Beyond the gardens are two large paddocks and with menage (full plot size extending to 2.4 acres in total), a range of stables and a large split-level barn offering a range of different purposes and full equestrian facilitates. Further land available of up to 10.5 acres for long term rent on a Common Law Grazing Tenancy. **Timber Stable Block, Tack Room & Kennels** Light & power. Enclosed garden/play area. **Substantial Detached Brick Barn** Two storey barn with light and power. Kitchenette & shower room. Tack room. **Paddock & Field** Overall Plot 2.4 Acres (Option to rent an additional 10.5 acres) **Parking** ## Property Photos - ![ (Main)](/listings/photos/92953578/2295869) - (Main) - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295870) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295871) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295872) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295873) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295874) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295875) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295876) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295877) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295878) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295879) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295880) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295881) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295882) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295883) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295884) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295885) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295886) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295887) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295888) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295889) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295890) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295891) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295892) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295893) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295894) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295895) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295896) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295897) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295898) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295899) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295900) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295901) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295902) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295903) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295904) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295905) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295906) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295907) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295908) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295909) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295910) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295911) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295912) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295913) - Other ## Floorplans - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295914) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/92953578/2295915) - Other ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | GORSLYN STABLES OSTLERS LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, WA16 7LY | £685,000 | 08/12/2005 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | ROSEDENE FAULKNERS LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7AL | £1,090,000 | 08/05/2026 | Detached | | 22 TOWN LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7PY | £455,000 | 02/04/2026 | Detached | | 19 CARLISLE CLOSE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7HD | £700,000 | 20/01/2026 | Detached | | HIGH TREES HALL LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7AE | £1,240,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached | | TWIBELLS HOUSE MILL LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7HX | £1,050,000 | 07/07/2025 | Detached | | 8 RIGBY DRIVE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7DT | £1,296,200 | 13/06/2025 | Detached | | OAKLEA HOUSE DAVENPORT LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7NB | £1,450,000 | 25/04/2025 | Detached | | 87 TOWN LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7HH | £330,000 | 22/03/2024 | Detached | | 89 THE BUNGALOW TOWN LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7HH | £469,995 | 04/12/2023 | Detached | | WILLOW HOUSE DAVENPORT LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7NB | £1,450,000 | 30/10/2023 | Detached | | KELLOCK HOUSE KNUTSFORD ROAD, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7BJ | £1,020,000 | 13/10/2023 | Detached | | TIPPING BROW HOUSE TIPPING BROW, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7JE | £1,015,000 | 27/06/2023 | Detached | | 21 PAVEMENT LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7EN | £595,000 | 23/05/2023 | Detached | | HOLLY HOUSE NEWTON HALL LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7LQ | £2,500,000 | 24/03/2023 | Detached | | BRAMLEY PAVEMENT LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7EJ | £855,000 | 09/02/2023 | Detached | | WYCHELM FAULKNERS LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7AL | £706,250 | 21/12/2022 | Detached | | GRAVEYARD COTTAGE GRAVEYARD LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7BT | £860,000 | 22/11/2022 | Detached | | GREEN MEADOWS RYECROFT LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7PR | £1,050,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | NEWINGTON NEWTON HALL LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7LQ | £750,000 | 19/10/2022 | Detached | | THE FORGE 3 PAVEMENT LANE, MOBBERLEY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 7DS | £915,000 | 20/09/2022 | Detached | **Area average:** £989,872 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £915,808 (67 Detached, WA16, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +25.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £893/mo - **Realistic:** £992/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,091/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.09% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £124,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £99,200 *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:** 12.2% - **10y growth:** 101% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of July 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.6% - **5y growth (index):** 27.4% - **10y growth (index):** 51.1% ## 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)