# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (WA16 0PR) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | TOLL BAR COTTAGE, CHESTER ROAD, KNUTSFORD, OVER TABLEY, CHESHIRE WA16 0PR | | Price | £1,195,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £88,000 Jan 1998 | ## Description Toll Bar Cottage, Chester Road, Tabley is an exceptionally unusual and utterly unique detached home, offering beautifully versatile accommodation extending to over 3,000 sq.ft. across three thoughtfully arranged floors, including a purpose-built lower ground floor principal bedroom suite. Set within a plot of approximately one third of an acre, the property enjoys an enviable position surrounded by open countryside, with uninterrupted views across fields and neighbouring horses creating a wonderful sense of peace and privacy. Approached through gated access, the house sits discreetly towards the rear of the plot, allowing the generous front gardens and extensive driveway parking to take full advantage of the outlook. There is ample space for several vehicles together with a large double integral garage. The accommodation is both flexible and highly adaptable, ideal for modern family living, multi-generational requirements or those seeking dedicated work-from-home space. At the heart of the home is an inviting entrance hall featuring a striking Cinderella staircase, setting the tone for the character and individuality found throughout. The ground floor offers an excellent balance of reception space, including a spacious lounge, dining room and impressive open-plan kitchen/breakfast room. The purpose-built lower ground floor was designed as a superb principal bedroom suite, complete with dressing room, bathroom and sun room, creating a luxurious and private retreat within the home. The first floor continues the generous proportions with three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Despite its idyllic semi-rural setting, Toll Bar Cottage is exceptionally convenient, located on the cusp of Mere and only five minutes from the centre of Knutsford, either by car or a healthy walk. The property is also perfectly positioned for easy access to major motorway networks, making it ideal for commuters seeking countryside living without compromise. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468210) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468211) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468212) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468213) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468214) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468216) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468218) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468220) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468221) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468223) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468224) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468226) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468228) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468229) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468231) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468233) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468235) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468237) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468238) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468240) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468241) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468243) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468244) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468246) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468247) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468250) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468252) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468254) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468256) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468259) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468261) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468264) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468266) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468268) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88753053/468271) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/88753053/468273) - All ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | TOLL BAR COTTAGE CHESTER ROAD, OVER TABLEY, KNUTSFORD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, WA16 0PR | £88,000 | 16/01/1998 | Detached | | TOLL BAR COTTAGE CHESTER ROAD, OVER TABLEY, KNUTSFORD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, WA16 0PR | £90,000 | 21/06/1996 | Detached | ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £865,297 (51 Detached, WA16, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +38.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.08% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £97,500 *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:** 24.7% - **10y growth:** 65.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.6% - **10y growth (index):** 51.5% ## 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)