SUNNYSIDE
BYLEY LANE, MIDDLEWICH, CRANAGE, CHESHIRE EAST CW10 9LP
£1,650,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
305 m²
Council tax band
D
EPC rating
C
Last sold
£1,500,000 Nov 2025
Price per m²
£5,410/m²
Local average
£359,360 (+359.1%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (31,372 of 33,755)
Street crime
2 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- None
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Private supply
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
Description
DESCRIPTION
Tucked away along a peaceful country lane in a desirable rural location, Sunnyside is a striking new build property extending to 3200 sq ft (approx) that blends technology with considered design and craftsmanship. Constructed by the current owners with meticulous attention to detail and set in just under seven acres of private grounds, including a generous formal garden, a number of paddocks, menage and outbuilding with stables, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey smallholding or equestrian home in one of Cheshire's most sought-after rural locations.
From the moment you approach through the electric sliding gates the quality and attention to detail is immediately apparent. The driveway sweeps past the property, whose modern architecture, with its appealing Cheshire style brick elevations, surmounted by a slate roof sits confidently in its landscape.
Inside, the property unfolds into a spacious and light-filled interior, with a layout designed for modern family life and entertaining. Upon entry, you are welcomed into a generous reception hall that serves as the central hub of the ground floor. Its standout feature is the bespoke glazed staircase, an elegant architectural centrepiece leading to the first floor.
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At the heart of the home is a beautifully appointed open-plan living kitchen dining area. Within the kitchen dining area, full-height glazed bifold doors (with integrated blinds) span the side elevation and open onto a patio and gardens beyond. The kitchen is a masterclass in luxury: two Siemens ovens with steam and microwave functions, a Siemens 90cm flex induction hob, full-height built-in larder fridge and freezer, a Siemens dishwasher and an INTU boiling tap with filtered cold water, all seamlessly integrated into elegant matt black linear cabinetry with stone worktops. The kitchen dining area in turn opens into a dual aspect living room with bifold doors (with integrated blinds) opening onto the rear patio and gardens beyond.
Across the hallway from the kitchen dining area is the dual-aspect lounge, a light-filled, airy room with media wall complete and LED fire as its focal point¿perfect for more formal gatherings
Designed with practicality in mind, the ground floor also boasts a spacious utility room, a boot room and a beautifully appointed WC, accessible from both the entrance hall and the utility area. Additional features include, a plant room, and cloak room providing ample storage space throughout.
The first floor continues to impress, flooded with natural light. The master bedroom suite is a luxurious retreat, complete with bi-folding doors opening onto a Juliet balcony. This space offers views across the property¿s own grounds and grazing land, ideal for those who wish to oversee their livestock. The room is large enough to accommodate a sitting area or private lounge space, enhancing its sense of comfort and indulgence.
The master suite also includes a generous walk-in wardrobe, fully fitted to a high standard, and a beautifully finished en-suite bathroom featuring Duravit sanitaryware and premium fixtures.
The three additional bedrooms are all spacious doubles, each benefitting from its own en-suite facilities, offering privacy for family and guests alike.
Comfort and efficiency are paramount. The ground floor benefits from individually zoned underfloor heating in each room, while the first floor features radiator heating, again controlled per room via a central manifold. The entire heating and hot water system is powered by a high-temperature Hitachi air source heat pump, all of which can be managed from a smartphone through the Heatmiser app. Air conditioning units are fitted in the dining kitchen, the master bedroom and bedroom 2. The house is fitted with a dual-tariff smart electricity meter, and internet is delivered via a high-speed 5G router, distributed through wireless access points, ensuring seamless connectivity throughout.
Practicality is matched by security and efficiency. A comprehensive CCTV system with DVR is connected to a mobile app for remote monitoring. The electric car charging point caters to modern motoring needs, while the home is supported by mains water and a Biopure waste treatment plant. The property is sold with a six-year PCC warranty via ABC+, giving peace of mind for the years ahead.
Beyond the house, the grounds extend to approximately 6.7 acres in total. The land has been well thought out and includes secure fencing, four paddocks, each with a dedicated water supply and a separate gated road access, ensuring convenient and straightforward access for vehicles, livestock, or agricultural equipment.
A professionally constructed menage measuring around 40m x 20m, offering excellent facilities for equestrian use or smallholding ambitions.
A recently constructed stable building, thoughtfully designed in an L-shape with maximum measurements of 12.5m x 22m. Currently housing three stables, this structure offers exceptional flexibility and could easily accommodate additional stables if desired. Its design makes it highly practical for both rearing and sheltering livestock.
Sunnyside also benefits from approved planning consent for the construction of an additional livestock barn measuring 18m x 12m, allowing for further development to support agricultural or equestrian use. Full details of this approval can be viewed on the planning portal under application number 23/21495.
In addition, the property includes a highly practical and spacious carport/workshop facility.
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The property is surrounded by formal gardens, predominantly laid to lawn and featuring attractive patio areas, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. These spaces are beautifully enclosed by timber pagodas and are directly accessible from the living kitchen dining area, enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience. The gardens also include enclosed raised beds, a selection of recently planted fruit and native trees, plus a mix of mature and newly planted hedging. A spacious driveway, secured by electric sliding gate, provides ample parking and convenient access to the outbuildings.
Sunnyside enjoys a highly accessible location, positioned within easy reach of Holmes Chapel and Knutsford, and yet surrounded by open countryside. It offers the best of both worlds: a serene rural retreat with excellent connectivity and an immaculate, contemporary home at its heart.
For those seeking a lifestyle that balances luxury, sustainability and space, this is a property that delivers on every level.
Listed by
Alderley Edge
Gascoigne Halman - Connells
Reference: 162227336
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 24/03/2025
Current heating cost: £1,252/year
Potential heating cost: £1,252/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £24,500
Recommendations
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
- Wind turbine (£15,000 - £25,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
193% since 2018
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 14/11/2025 (6 months ago) | £1,500,000 | +105.8% |
| Sold | 09/08/2022 (3 years ago) | £729,000 | +42.4% |
| Sold | 14/12/2018 (7 years ago) | £512,000 | — |
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 MILL LANE HOUSE BYLEY LANE, CRANAGE, MIDDLEWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW10 9LP | £485,000 | 14/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street OAK VILLAS 1 BYLEY LANE, CRANAGE, MIDDLEWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW10 9LP | £175,000 | 17/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street HOLLY BANK BYLEY LANE, CRANAGE, MIDDLEWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW10 9LP | £954,000 | 25/08/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £538,000 (3 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Byley Lane
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Cranage, Byley Lane / Pear Tree Farm | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Cranage, Byley Lane / Holly Bank | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Spinney | 0.9 miles |
| Shop | Hopley Tyres Ltd | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Holmes Chapel | 2.1 miles |
| Train station | Goostrey | 2.9 miles |
| Hospital | Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital | 4.6 miles |
| Hospital | Knutsford and District Community Hospital | 6.1 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 8.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Burglary | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 2 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byley Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 12 Mar 2023 |
| Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School | Secondary | 1.6 miles | Good — 10 Mar 2020 |
| Holmes Chapel Primary School | Primary | 1.6 miles | Outstanding — 17 Jul 2015 |
| Hermitage Primary School | Primary | 1.9 miles | Good — 20 Nov 2023 |
| Compass Community Cledford Park | Other | 2.6 miles | Good — 15 Jun 2023 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).