HEATHFIELD

A beautifully presented, Edwardian home situated in about 1.2 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds surrounded by idyllic Cheshire countryside.

Description

Heathfield is a handsome Edwardian home, beautifully positioned in a peaceful rural setting with fine, far-reaching views over the Cheshire countryside. The property has been significantly extended and tastefully modernised in recent years, creating a wonderful family home that seamlessly blends period character with contemporary style. The works included linking the main house with the old Coach House to redefine and extend the accommodation, installing new sliding sash double-glazed windows, adding a striking oak-framed family room extension off the kitchen, and fitting new bathrooms throughout the main house. The result is a home of exceptional quality, offering elegant design, thoughtful detailing, and a strong sense of warmth and character throughout.

The front door opens into a welcoming reception hall from which the main reception rooms flow, with an attractive staircase rising to the first floor. The elegant drawing room enjoys a dual aspect, featuring the original wood floor and an open fireplace with a marble surround. Double doors connect this space to the family room, allowing for an effortless flow between the principal living areas.
To the right of the hall lies the sitting room, a beautifully proportioned space with a charming window seat, a log burner, and electric underfloor heating. There is also a cosy snug with a wood-burning stove, the perfect spot for relaxed evenings.

The kitchen truly forms the heart of the home, fitted with an excellent range of bespoke units topped with solid wood work surfaces. A traditional four oven AGA, two ring electric hob and butler’s sink combine practicality with classic country style. The kitchen opens into a stunning oak-framed family room extension, a light-filled and versatile living space with a log burner and double doors leading directly onto the terrace, where the gardens and countryside views can be enjoyed to full effect.

A second hall links the main house to the Coach House and features an iron spiral staircase leading to the upper floor. On the ground floor, there is a study with fitted shelving and double doors opening onto the rear garden, enjoying lovely countryside views. This area also includes a utility room incorporating a second ‘summer kitchen’, and a spacious wet room, ideal for washing off muddy boots and paws. Several doors provide convenient access to the outside for informal, everyday use.

The principal staircase rises to the first-floor landing, where there are three double bedrooms, each enjoying a double aspect with lovely rural views, and a contemporary family shower room. The spacious principal bedroom suite features an en-suite bathroom and steps leading into its own walk-in wardrobe. This area connects to the Coach House, which provides two additional bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a stylish ‘cocktail kitchen’ with an adjoining sitting room. The sitting room includes a wood-burning stove and bi-fold doors opening onto a balcony which is an ideal entertaining space with spectacular views. A separate external staircase provides independent access to this area, offering excellent potential for a fully self-contained flat.

Overall Heathfield is a hugely impressive and well-balanced family home offering flexible accommodation in an excellent rural position on the outskirts of Malpas village.


Gardens, grounds & outbuildings

Heathfield is approached through double electric gates onto a private gravelled driveway, which provides ample parking for several vehicles. There is also a two bay, oak framed open fronted garage equipped with an electric car charging point. The house sits beautifully at the centre of its plot, with total grounds extending to approximately 1.2 acres.

To the front, the garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature hedge borders and a charming summer house. To the side of the property lies a paved, south-facing terrace and rose garden, an ideal setting for alfresco dining and outdoor entertaining. This area leads to the rear garden, which is beautifully planted with well-stocked herbaceous borders and enclosed by established hedging.

A workshop is accessed directly from the terrace, while in the eastern corner of the grounds there is a substantial stable block, currently utilised as a spacious workshop and store. The remaining land is laid to lawn and offers a large, level area, perfect for children’s play or for keeping small livestock, with the added benefit of separate access onto the lane.

Location

Heathfield is situated in an unspoilt rural location with incredible views in some of South Cheshires’ most attractive countryside.

It lies about 2 miles from the popular village of Malpas, which offers an excellent range of day to day services and from which people commute to Chester, Liverpool and Manchester on a daily basis.

The property is only 17 miles from Crewe where there is a regular rail service to London Euston (approximately 1.5 hours).

Malpas is a historic and picturesque Cheshire village that features a fine medieval church and many period buildings in a variety of architectural styles. The bustling High Street contains a range of independent retail businesses, including convenience stores, Huxleys delicatessen, Post Office, mini launderette, coffee shops, dry cleaners, a country store, hairdressers and Co-Op. There is also the well renowned public house and restaurant ‘The Lion’ which offers rooms, along with a Table at Eaton’s Bistro and Laurel Bank Doctors Surgery. The village offers an enjoyable lifestyle for young professionals, families and those looking to retire.

Bishop Heber High is a popular secondary school (OFSTEAD rated ‘Outstanding’) is situated on the outskirts of the village. The area offers wealth independent schools in the area, including Kings and Queens schools in Chester, Ellesmere College, Packwood Haugh and Moreton Hall in Shropshire.

Chester is a leading retail and commercial centre and provides access to the motorway and rail networks. London Euston can be reached in about 2 hours from Chester and 1½ hours from Crewe station.

The area offers a wide range of leisure opportunities. Carden Park ( miles) has two championship golf courses, an excellent fitness club and spa. There are many scenic walks on the Bickerton Hills, fishing on the River Dee and horse racing at Bangor on Dee and Chester.

Malpas 2 miles | Tarporley 9.5 miles | Chester 14 miles | Crewe railway station 18 miles | Liverpool airport 33 miles | Manchester airport 45 miles.

Square Footage: 4,251 sq ft


Acreage: 1.2 Acres

Directions

Postcode: SY14 8JX
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Additional Info

Photographs taken: October 2025
Brochure prepared: November 2025