For sale Detached

THE PINES

MOSS LANE, CREWE, MINSHULL VERNON, CHESHIRE EAST CW1 4RJ

4 beds 3 baths 1,410 sq ft Listed 23 Jan 2026 (-151d)

£400,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

131 m²

Council tax band

E

EPC rating

C

Last sold

£385,000 Apr 2022

Price per m²

£3,053/m²

Local average

£299,802 (+33.4%)

Street crime

24 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Luxurious Four Bedroom Detached Home
  • Sought After Semi Rural Development
  • Stunning Open Field Views
  • Spacious Lounge With Scenic Outlook
  • Impressive Open Plan Kitchen Diner
  • High Quality Integrated Bosch Appliances
  • Bi Fold Doors To Rear Garden
  • Separate Practical Utility Room
  • Two Bedrooms With En Suite Shower Rooms
  • Stylish Family Bathroom

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Whitegates Crewe are delighted to offer this beautifully presented four-bedroom detached home, located within a desirable semi-rural development and enjoying open field views to the front. The property features a spacious lounge, an impressive open-plan kitchen/diner with integrated appliances, a separate utility room, and four well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom and bedroom two benefiting from en-suite shower rooms. Externally, the private rear garden provides an excellent space for outdoor use, while driveway parking for two vehicles and a detached garage with an electric roller door add further practicality. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the setting and quality of this superb home.

Step into this exceptional home through a grand and light-filled entrance hallway, immediately setting the tone for the quality and elegance found throughout. The striking glass staircase creates a real focal point, flooding the space with natural light and providing a stunning first impression.

Services: LPG gas, shared septic tank
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: C
Council Tax Band: E

Located off the hallway is bedroom two, a generously sized double room offering flexibility for guests or family members. This bedroom benefits from a beautifully appointed Jack and Jill en-suite shower room, which can also be accessed from the hallway, making it ideal for both private use and visiting guests.

The lounge is an impressive and spacious living area, perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the breathtaking views. With ample space for a variety of furniture layouts, this room offers a relaxing yet versatile setting, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

The heart of the home is the stunning open-plan kitchen and dining area, designed to combine modern style with practical functionality. The dining area features bi-fold doors opening directly onto the rear garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with high-quality Bosch integrated appliances, including a four-ring induction hob, extractor, double oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, and wine cooler, making it a true haven for any home chef.

Adjoining the kitchen is a separate utility room, providing additional workspace and housing further appliances, helping to keep the main living areas organised and clutter-free.

To the first floor, there are three further well-proportioned bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed with comfort and space in mind. The principal bedroom enjoys dual front-facing windows that flood the room with natural light, along with a stylish en-suite shower room and delightful open views.

Completing the first floor is the beautifully finished family bathroom, featuring a freestanding bathtub and a Velux window overlooking the rear garden, creating a bright and tranquil space to unwind.

Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front, open field views provide a peaceful semi-rural outlook. To the rear, there is driveway parking for two vehicles and a detached garage with an electric roller door, lighting, and secure storage. The rear garden offers privacy and space for outdoor enjoyment, perfect for both entertaining and family use.


To comply with legal requirements, all buyers must complete an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) check. If your offer is accepted, you will need to undergo this check through our recommended provider. The fee for the AML check is £48.00, which includes VAT.

Thinking about selling your property? For a FREE valuation from one of our local experts, please call or e-mail our Whitegates office, and we will be happy to assist you with an award winning service.

Listed by

Crewe

The Property Franchise Group

Reference: 171377210

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 20/01/2021

Expiry date: 19/01/2031

Current heating cost: £398/year

Potential heating cost: £398/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500

Recommendations

  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EPC Rating Graph

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £400,000 +3.9%
Sold 01/04/2022 (4 years ago) £385,000

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 SPRING COTTAGE MOSS LANE, MINSHULL VERNON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 4RJ £585,000 20/10/2023 Detached
Same street THE OAKS MOSS LANE, MINSHULL VERNON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 4RJ £385,000 22/09/2021 Detached

Street average: £485,000 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 8%
10y growth 41%

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

1y (index) 1.6%
5y (index) 23.6%
10y (index) 51.5%

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 South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Minshull Vernon, Bradfield Green, Cheshire East, England, CW1 4RB, United Kingdom

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Bradfield Green, Middlewich Road / Coach & Horses PH 0.1 miles
Shop Minshull's 0.2 miles
Hospital Leighton Hospital 0.5 miles
Shop Tollemache Minimart 1.0 miles
Train station Crewe 3.2 miles
University University of Buckingham Crewe Campus 3.2 miles
Train station Sandbach 3.9 miles
Hospital Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital 4.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 8
Public order 5
Other theft 4
Burglary 2
Criminal damage and arson 2
Anti-social behaviour 1
Shoplifting 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 24

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
Leighton Academy Primary 0.9 miles Good — 1 May 2023
Mablins Lane Community Primary School Primary 1.1 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Cornerstone Academy Other 1.5 miles Good — 16 Jan 2022
Oakfield Lodge School Other 1.6 miles Requires improvement — 16 Oct 2018
St Michael's Community Academy Primary 1.6 miles Requires improvement — 18 Jan 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
4 Bed End Terrace, Chassagne Square, CW1 £420/mo 4 1.16 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £420/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.11%
Max investor price (0.8%) £52,500
Target investor price (1%) £42,000
Gross yield 1.3%
Cost-to-rent ratio 79.4×
Monthly cashflow £-1,222/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -12.6%
  • 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).