Troutbarn

A beautifully converted 19th century barn, in the village of Plumley.

Description

Approached via a cobbled driveway with parking and an electric vehicle charging point, the property sits behind a landscaped front garden. Traditional brickwork, a slate roof and original barn detailing lend a refined rural charm, complemented by soft grey painted joinery.

An open porch provides a highly practical transition space, with storage, coat and boot areas, an outdoor sink and direct access to both the house and garden. Opposite, the garage is used as a utility and store.

Inside, a tiled entrance hall with cloak area and WC leads into the main living space. A spiral staircase rises to the bedroom wing, while ahead the open plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the heart of the home.

The kitchen features blue cabinetry, a generous waterfall edge island and a full suite of integrated appliances including twin ovens, a coffee machine, wine cooler and dishwasher, together with a freestanding fridge freezer. Grey tiled flooring with underfloor heating runs throughout. A glazed ceiling fills the space with natural light and creates a striking connection between the original barn and the adjoining coach house. Exposed brickwork and bifold doors frame views of the garden.
The living area is arranged around an exposed brick fireplace with log burner which provides a warm and inviting focal point.
From the dining area, a split door opens into the coach house where an additional lounge with oak flooring and bifold doors offers a cosy retreat. Above, a versatile guest suite can serve as a bedroom, studio or office and includes an en suite with walk in shower and heated towel rail.

Upstairs in the main house, the spiral staircase rises to a skylit landing with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The principal bedroom is generous and atmospheric, featuring a dramatic truss, a brick fireplace with log burner and views over the garden. A dressing room with fitted storage leads into an en suite with Porcelanosa fittings and a walk in shower.
A corridor with skylights continues to two further vaulted bedrooms and the family bathroom, where rustic textures sit alongside contemporary finishes including a freestanding bath, walk in shower and underfloor heating.

The garden enjoys sunlight throughout the day and acts as a natural extension of the interior, with multiple access points from the house. A combination of lawn and terrace provides excellent flexibility for entertaining or relaxing. A built in barbecue and Corten steel planters add structure and style, softened by mature planting and screening trees. A water feature and covered Corten seating area create a tranquil and sheltered space for year round enjoyment.

Location

Plumley is an attractive and sought after Cheshire village located on the fringes of Knutsford. The village offers a welcoming community feel, with two well regarded public houses, a convenient village store and its own railway station. Plumley station sits on the Mid Cheshire line and provides regular services to both Manchester and Chester, making the village an excellent choice for commuters.

The area is particularly well connected. The M6 is around one and a half miles away and the M56 approximately eight miles, giving straightforward access to the wider North West including Chester, Warrington, Liverpool, Manchester and MediaCityUK. Manchester International Airport is around sixteen miles away, and Manchester city centre approximately twenty miles. Additional rail services are available from Knutsford and Wilmslow, offering frequent routes to Manchester and Stockport, with onward connections to the West Coast mainline for journeys to London in around one hour fifty minutes.
Plumley is well served by a strong selection of both state and independent schools. Many of the region’s leading private schools operate dedicated coach routes into Knutsford. Notable schools within easy reach include The Grange School in Hartford, King’s School and Terra Nova School, while highly regarded local primary options include Lower Peover Church of England Primary School and Bexton Primary School.

Knutsford, just four miles away, is a historic market town renowned for its characterful centre, independent shops, Curzon cinema and an excellent choice of restaurants and cafes. The surrounding countryside is a particular highlight, with Tatton Park only five miles away offering superb opportunities for walking, cycling and riding, along with the nearby Shakerley Mere. Golfers are well served too, with Knutsford Golf Club and The Mere Golf Club both within a short distance.

(Travel times and distances are approximate.)

Square Footage: 2,446 sq ft



Additional Info

Council Tax Band G