# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (SY13 4RG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | AGDEN BANK COTTAGE, WHITCHURCH, AGDEN, CHESHIRE SY13 4RG | | Price | £625,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £158,250 Mar 2000 | ## Description Occupying a delightful rural setting with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside, this exceptional detached four bedroom country cottage offers approximately 2,000 sq.ft. of beautifully presented accommodation, combining generous living space with an outstanding outdoor lifestyle. Finished to an excellent standard throughout, the property is perfectly suited to growing families or those seeking a peaceful country home with landscaped gardens and a paddock. **Location** - The property is located in the hamlet of Agden between Malpas and Whitchurch. Malpas is a busy and very well-regarded popular village in Southwest Cheshire, it enjoys the benefits of several very good schools, restaurants, pubs, doctors’ surgery and a selection of local shops. The village has recently been in the spotlight in the press as it has earned recognition as one of the UK's top places to live in 2025 by The Sunday Times. It has a historic church situated in the heart of the village which showcases its heritage with stunning 12th Century architecture. The nearby Beeston and Bickerton Hills can offer some of the best views in Cheshire, and Bolesworth castle, some of the most unforgettable family events including the Bolesworth International Horse Show. The town of Whitchurch is a short drive away and has 4 supermarkets, railway station, different local shops, churches, leisure centres and other activities. There is excellent road access to Chester, Wrexham, North Wales & the North West. Chester is one of the North West’s leading retail and commercial centres and provides access to the motorway and rail networks. London Euston can be reached in about 2 hours from Chester. Crewe and Whitchurch Stations also offer a regular service to Manchester Piccadilly. By car, Malpas is within easy reach of the A41 with Whitchurch to the south and a short drive from Chester. **Brief Description** - Halls are delighted to be instructed to sell Agden Bank Cottage by private treaty. The welcoming entrance porch opens into a spacious reception hall, creating an impressive first impression. The heart of the home is the superb living room, featuring an attractive fireplace with log burner that provides a warm and inviting focal point, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious kitchen/dining room offers an excellent social space with ample room for family meals and gatherings, whilst a cloakroom off the hall with W.C and laundry facilities adds everyday practicality. A particular feature of the property is the versatile man cave, providing the perfect space for hobbies, a games room or home office. In addition, the former garage has been thoughtfully retained as a highly useful internal store room, offering extensive storage or workshop potential. To the first floor, a generous landing leads to four well-proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying wonderful views across the adjoining countryside. The spacious family bathroom is beautifully appointed. The property has gas fired heating and double-glazed windows. **Outside And Gardens** - Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front, a large in-and-out driveway provides extensive off-road parking and is complemented by a superb newly constructed timber framed double car port with useful storage sheds to the rear. There is also an EV Charger point. The rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a wonderful outdoor retreat, featuring an expansive decked entertaining area, generous lawns, colourful flower borders and an attractive summer house. Beyond the garden, gates open directly into the adjoining paddock, offering endless possibilities as grazing land for animals, a productive kitchen garden, an orchard or simply additional recreational space. **Directions** - From Whitchurch drive out on the A41 for about ¼ of a mile and turn left by the Horse & Jockey pub. Follow the road up towards Malpas for about 600 metres and the property is located on the right-hand side. **What 3 Words** - ///fonts.lobster.bulge **Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Checks** - We are legally obligated to undertake anti-money laundering checks on all property purchasers. Whilst we are responsible for ensuring that these checks, and any ongoing monitoring, are conducted properly; the initial checks will be handled on our behalf by a specialist company, Movebutler, who will reach out to you once your offer has been accepted. The charge for these checks is £30 (including VAT) per purchaser, which covers the necessary data collection and any manual checks or monitoring that may be required. This cost must be paid in advance, directly to Movebutler, before a memorandum of sale can be issued, and is non-refundable. We thank you for your cooperation. **Schooling - South Cheshire** - Bishop Heber High is an ‘Outstanding’ secondary school (Ofsted, 2011), situated on the outskirts of Malpas. There are popular independent schools in the area, including Kings, Queens & Abbey Gate schools in Chester, as well as Packwood Haugh and Moreton Hall in Shropshire. **Viewing Arrangements** - Strictly through the Agents: Halls, 8 Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DW WH **Council Tax - Cheshire West & Chester** - The property is in Band F on the Cheshire West & Chester Council Register. **Local Authority - Cheshire West & Chester** - Cheshire West & Chester Council **Services - All** - We believe that mains water, gas and electricity are available to the property. The heating is via a gas fired boiler to radiators. Drainage is to a septic tank. **Tenure - Freehold** - We understand that the property is Freehold although purchasers must make their own enquiries via their solicitor. ## Property Photos - ![rear.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300788) - rear.jpg - ![living room.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300789) - living room.jpg - ![kitchen 3.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300790) - kitchen 3.jpg - ![garden view.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300791) - garden view.jpg - ![hall.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300792) - hall.jpg - ![bed 1.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300793) - bed 1.jpg - ![bathroom 1.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300794) - bathroom 1.jpg - ![deck 1.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300795) - deck 1.jpg - ![Promap-3539980-3639070-750-0.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300796) - Promap-3539980-3639070-750-0.jpg - ![front.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300797) - front.jpg - ![living room 1.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300798) - living room 1.jpg - ![fire.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300799) - fire.jpg - ![kitchen 1.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300800) - kitchen 1.jpg - ![kitchen 2.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300801) - kitchen 2.jpg - ![WC.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300802) - WC.jpg - ![landing.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300803) - landing.jpg - ![bed 11.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300804) - bed 11.jpg - ![bathroom.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300805) - bathroom.jpg - ![bed 2.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300806) - bed 2.jpg - ![bed 22.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300807) - bed 22.jpg - ![bed 3.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300808) - bed 3.jpg - ![front 1.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300809) - front 1.jpg - ![carport.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300810) - carport.jpg - ![deck.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300811) - deck.jpg - ![garden.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300812) - garden.jpg - ![paddock.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300813) - paddock.jpg - ![summer house.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300814) - summer house.jpg ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan.jpg](/listings/photos/90970767/1300815) - Floorplan.jpg ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | AGDEN BANK COTTAGE, AGDEN, WHITCHURCH, CHESTER, CHESHIRE, SY13 4RG | £158,250 | 23/03/2000 | Detached | ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £374,798 (58 Detached, SY13, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +66.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £877/mo - **Realistic:** £974/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,071/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Wigan (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £773/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.16% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £97,400 *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:** 2.7% - **10y growth:** 35% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.2% - **5y growth (index):** 20.7% - **10y growth (index):** 49.2% ## 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)