# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW9 6BP) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | SUNNYSIDE, COGSHALL LANE, NORTHWICH, LITTLE LEIGH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW9 6BP | | Price | £900,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 248 m² | | Last sold | £585,000 Dec 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** D - **Expiry date:** 14/07/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,815/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500 ### Recommendations - Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000) - Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000) ## Description A Beautifully Renovated modern Country Home with Exceptional Interior Quality and Expansive Gardens, in a Quiet Rural Setting **Description** This is a stylish, gated, modern farmhouse, extensively upgraded and extended by the current owners, and beautifully positioned in an idyllic 0.42 acre rural plot. Positioned behind gates on a peaceful rural lane, the property is secluded but not isolated, providing a high degree of privacy while remaining accessible to nearby village amenities and transport links. Totalling just under 3,000 sq ft of high-specification accommodation, highlights include four large double bedrooms, versatile living space, a fabulous Tom Howley Kitchen, double garage, outbuildings and wonderful views, while the surrounding countryside provides outstanding walking, riding and outdoor opportunities right from the doorstep. The interior of the property has been finished to a superb modern standard. At the heart of the home is a striking open-plan Tom Howley kitchen and dining area, designed for both family life and entertaining. With quartz work surfaces, a Franke Belfast sink, Heritage brass taps, Rangemaster cooker, and integrated Neff full-size fridge, freezer and dishwasher, the space is as functional as it is stylish. Adding to the practical appeal are an oversized central island with breakfast bar, generous pantry cupboard and wet under-floor heating - ideal for cold winter mornings. Bifold doors open from the dining area to a wraparound terrace, creating a wonderful inside/outside space, ideal for entertaining or alfresco dining. The adjacent utility room is finished with matching cabinetry and stone flooring, housing a Vaillant boiler (18 months old), hot water tank, stable-door rear access, cloakroom storage and a contemporary WC. The ground floor also includes two flexible reception rooms: a front-facing snug with wood floors, perfect as a playroom or study, and a spacious, dual-aspect rear living room with French doors and lovely views across the surrounding fields. All windows and internal doors are recently installed, with solid wood exterior doors and double locks. A key feature of the property is the bedroom space, with four generously sized double bedrooms, each with high ceilings and large windows framing views over fields, horses and open skies. The principal suite is a standout feature: vaulted ceilings with skylights, French doors with a glass-balustraded Juliet balcony, a dressing hall with built-in storage, a separate dressing room, and a luxurious ensuite shower room with floor-to-ceiling tiling. Bedroom two also features French doors to a Juliet balcony with open views, while bedrooms three and four are well-proportioned doubles, one currently used as a guest room and study. The family bathroom is newly fitted with Phoenix sanitaryware, a walk-around bath, and tasteful tiling for a refined finish. Externally, the gardens wrap around the property, designed to capture light and offer a range of outdoor spaces throughout the day. South- and east-facing lawns make for a peaceful setting, while the west terrace, with hot tub and open field views, offers the perfect spot for evening relaxation. To the rear is a detached double garage which presents future potential for conversion to a home office, gym or annexe (subject to planning). A number of timber outbuildings provide excellent storage for tools, bikes, and garden equipment, with potential to upgrade to a summer house or garden room. The orchard area (apples, plums, pears and cherries) and generous lawns offer a wealth of scope for play areas, vegetable gardens or simply enjoying the space and setting. There is parking for at least five vehicles, along with a dedicated electric vehicle charging point. **Location** This beautifully positioned home sits on a quiet country lane between the desirable villages of Little Leigh and Comberbach, approximately 3 miles north-west of Northwich and 2 miles north of Weaverham. Both villages offers a strong sense of community with nearby amenities including a village hall, two primary schools, pubs and local churches. Secondary education is available at Weaverham High School, around 2.2 miles away. Transport links are excellent: Acton Bridge railway station is just 1.5 miles away and offers access to regional and national rail networks. Further stations at Greenbank (3.4 miles) and Hartford (4 miles) provide direct routes to Manchester and Chester. The property is conveniently located for the A49 and A533, offering quick connections to the M56 (4.5 miles) and M6 (6.2 miles) motorways. The nearby market town of Northwich (3 miles) offers a wide range of everyday amenities, including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, a cinema, and a leisure centre. For outdoor enthusiasts, Delamere Forest lies around 7.5 miles away, and there are local walking and cycling routes along the River Weaver and Trent and Mersey Canal. Golf is available at nearby courses in Hartford (3.8 miles) and Sandiway (4.2 miles). For equestrian enthusiasts, Cheshire Riding school is one mile East, also on Cogshall lane. Square Footage: 2,053 sq ft **Additional Info** Council Tax Band F ## Property Photos - ![Garden](/listings/photos/165142952/45888) - Garden - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/165142952/45892) - Kitchen - ![Garden](/listings/photos/165142952/45894) - Garden - ![Patio](/listings/photos/165142952/45896) - Patio - ![Rear Living Room](/listings/photos/165142952/45898) - Rear Living Room - ![Rear Living Room](/listings/photos/165142952/45900) - Rear Living Room - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/165142952/45902) - Hallway - ![Front Living Room](/listings/photos/165142952/45903) - Front Living Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/165142952/45904) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/165142952/45905) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/165142952/45906) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Utility](/listings/photos/165142952/45907) - Utility - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/165142952/45908) - Hallway - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/165142952/45910) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/165142952/45912) - Bedroom One - ![Bed One En Suite](/listings/photos/165142952/45913) - Bed One En Suite - ![Bed One En Suite](/listings/photos/165142952/45914) - Bed One En Suite - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/165142952/45915) - Bedroom Three - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/165142952/45917) - Bedroom Three - ![Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/165142952/45918) - Family Bathroom - ![Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/165142952/45920) - Family Bathroom - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/165142952/45921) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/165142952/45922) - Bedroom Four - ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/165142952/45923) - Bedroom Four - ![Garden](/listings/photos/165142952/45924) - Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/165142952/45925) - Garden - ![Outbuldings](/listings/photos/165142952/45926) - Outbuldings - ![Garage](/listings/photos/165142952/45927) - Garage - ![Entrance](/listings/photos/165142952/45928) - Entrance - ![Garden](/listings/photos/165142952/45929) - Garden ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/165142952/45930) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/165142952/45931) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | SUNNYSIDE COGSHALL LANE, LITTLE LEIGH, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6BP | £585,000 | 18/12/2020 | Detached | | SUNNYSIDE COGSHALL LANE, LITTLE LEIGH, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6BP | £555,000 | 28/07/2015 | Detached | | SUNNYSIDE COGSHALL LANE, LITTLE LEIGH, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6BP | £439,500 | 09/07/2010 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] WOODLEA COGSHALL LANE, LITTLE LEIGH, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6BP | £710,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £710,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £466,124 (52 Detached, CW9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +93.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £869/mo - **Realistic:** £966/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,063/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Kendal (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.11% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £120,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £96,600 *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.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,629/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 43.7% - **10y growth:** 85% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.6% - **5y growth (index):** 22.9% - **10y growth (index):** 52.4% ## 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)