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Smugglers Rest

CHURCH LANE, MACCLESFIELD, GAWSWORTH, CHESHIRE EAST SK11 9QY

4 beds 2 baths 183 m² Listed 1 Apr 2026 (-75d)

£850,000

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REAR BREAKFAST KITCHEN REAR LOUNGE DINING ROOM SNUG BEDROOM 1 SHOWER ROOM BEDROOM 2 BREAKFAST KITCHEN LOUNGE BEDROOM 3 BATHROOM BEDROOM 2 FIRST FLOOR GARAGE FRONT DRIVEWAY FRONT REAR REAR REAR PLOT AERIAL AERIAL

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

183 m²

Council tax band

G

Last sold

£827,500 Feb 2023

Local average

£457,443 (+85.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,718 of 33,755)

Street crime

2 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 17TH-CENTURY DETACHED COTTAGE (CIRCA 1664)
  • SET WITHIN ~0.42 ACRES OF IMMACULATE GARDENS
  • STYLISH BREAKFAST KITCHEN WITH QUARTZ SURFACES & AEG APPLIANCES
  • THREE CHARACTERFUL RECEPTION ROOMS WITH EXPOSED BEAMS
  • IMPRESSIVE LIVING ROOM WITH INGLENOOK FIREPLACE & STOVE
  • FOUR BEDROOMS AND TWO LUXURY BATHROOMS
  • RICH PERIOD FEATURES AND BESPOKE OAK JOINERY THROUGHOUT
  • LARGE DETACHED OUTBUILDING IN A SOUGHT-AFTER VILLAGE SETTING
  • NO ONWARD CHAIN

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Smugglers Rest, GawsworthAn Exquisite 17th-Century Country Residence of DistinctionDiscreetly nestled within the enchanting Cheshire village of Gawsworth, Smugglers Rest is an exceptional detached period residence (believed to date from 1664), exquisitely restored to an exacting standard while preserving an abundance of original character and architectural integrity.Set within approximately 0.42 acres of beautifully curated grounds, this remarkable home offers an elegant fusion of heritage, craftsmanship, and refined contemporary living.Elegant Living SpacesAn impressive oak-framed entrance porch welcomes you into a home of immediate warmth and sophistication. The bespoke breakfast kitchen is impeccably appointed with handcrafted shaker cabinetry, luxurious quartz work surfaces, and a suite of integrated AEG appliances—designed for both culinary excellence and stylish entertaining.The ground floor unfolds into a series of atmospheric reception spaces, including an intimate snug and formal dining room, both enriched by original exposed beams and characterful slate flooring.The principal drawing room is a truly captivating space, centred around a magnificent exposed brick inglenook fireplace with multi-fuel stove—offering an inviting retreat of timeless elegance.Further enhancing the ground floor are a cloakroom, pantry, and rear porch, seamlessly combining practicality with period charm.Refined AccommodationTo the first floor, four beautifully proportioned bedrooms provide serene and character-filled accommodation, complemented by two exquisitely re-appointed bathrooms, finished to a high specification with a focus on both luxury and comfort.Timeless Craftsmanship & Period DetailSmugglers Rest showcases a wealth of original features and bespoke joinery, including: Striking exposed timbers throughout Handmade solid oak doors and custom joinery Bespoke built-in seating within the snug Character fireplaces enhancing the principal roomsEvery element has been thoughtfully preserved or enhanced to celebrate the home’s rich heritage.Grounds & OutbuildingThe surrounding gardens are a true highlight—meticulously landscaped and immaculately maintained, offering a private and tranquil setting.A substantial detached outbuilding provides outstanding versatility, presenting an exceptional opportunity for a home office, studio, gym, or ancillary accommodation (subject to the necessary consents).An Idyllic Yet Connected SettingPositioned within the highly sought-after village of Gawsworth, this residence enjoys a quintessential English countryside setting, renowned for its historic charm and scenic beauty.Despite its peaceful surroundings, the property remains within easy reach of Congleton and Macclesfield, both offering an excellent selection of boutique shopping, acclaimed schools, and leisure amenities.A Rare Offering - No Onward ChainSmugglers Rest represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly distinguished period home, where heritage and modern luxury exist in perfect harmony—set within one of Cheshire’s most desirable village locations.

Listed by

Congleton

Timothy A Brown Ltd

Reference: 173946368

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
20, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 63 81 157 m² England and Wales: 1967-1975 Detached
26, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 55 74 104 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
38, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 64 78 104 m² England and Wales: 1967-1975 Detached
Beech Cottage, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 74 83 163 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
Smugglers Rest, Church Lane, MACCLESFIELD 47 78 183 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
St. James House, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 61 80 139 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Sunny Croft, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 71 104 95 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
Warren Barn, Church Lane, Gawsworth, MACCLESFIELD 55 87 89 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Terraced

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Performance Certificate

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £850,000 +2.7%
Sold 03/02/2023 (3 years ago) £827,500

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 ST. JAMES CHURCH LANE, GAWSWORTH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 9QY £600,000 13/06/2025 Detached
Same street WARREN FARM CHURCH LANE, GAWSWORTH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 9QY £415,000 08/12/2022 Detached
Same street BEECH COTTAGE CHURCH LANE, GAWSWORTH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 9QY £720,000 22/07/2022 Detached

Street average: £578,333 (3 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -12.7%
10y growth 19.1%

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

1y (index) 1.3%
5y (index) 22.9%
10y (index) 52.2%

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 East Cheshire: £1,745/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Church Lane

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Gawsworth, Congleton Road / Methodist Church 0.1 miles
Bus stop Gawsworth, Congleton Road / Old Post Office 0.1 miles
Shop East Cheshire Hospice 1.4 miles
Shop M&H Barber 1.4 miles
Hospital Rosemount Resource Centre 2.2 miles
Hospital Macclesfield District General Hospital 2.4 miles
Train station Macclesfield 2.8 miles
Train station Prestbury 4.4 miles
University Buxton & Leek College 10.5 miles
University Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College 10.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Other crime 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 2

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
Gawsworth Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Good — 27 Feb 2012
Ivy Bank Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Good — 27 Mar 2018
Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery Primary 1.8 miles Good — 17 Jun 2019
Park Lane School Other 1.8 miles Good — 27 Jun 2024
Ash Grove Academy Primary 1.8 miles Outstanding — 26 Jun 2024

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
Siddington, Macclesfield, Cheshire £2,750/mo 4 3.6 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £2,750/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.32%
Max investor price (0.8%) £343,750
Target investor price (1%) £275,000
Gross yield 3.9%
Cost-to-rent ratio 25.8×
Monthly cashflow £-897/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -4.4%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).

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