For sale House

Butterton

Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 7SY

4 beds 3 baths Listed 29 Mar 2025 (-441d)

£475,000

Guide Price

Reduced on 10 Jun 2026

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

F

Local average

£482,795 (-1.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (12,751 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • A Double Fronted Detached Stone Cottage
  • Four Spacious Bedrooms and Three Reception Rooms
  • Off Road Parking And Large Lawned Garden
  • Picturesque Village Location in Butterton
  • Requires Modernisation Throughout
  • Versatile Accommodation Throughout
  • Potential To Create Separate Annexe To Ground Floor With Separate Access
  • Viewing Highly Recommended

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Oil
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
Yes
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

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GUIDE PRICE £475,000 - £500,000

'The country does what the city cannot. It quiets the mind and brings simplicity into one's life.' - Donna Goddard

Looking for your dream home in the countryside? This impressive four bedroom cottage, nestled in the heart of Butterton village, offers the perfect blend of peaceful village life and incredible potential. Set on a generous plot, this is a unique opportunity to put your personal stamp on a one-of-a-kind home, surrounded by nature and close to all the beauty the countryside has to offer.

Denise White Estate Agents Comments - Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Butterton village, just a stone's throw from the breathtaking Peak District National Park, this charming double-fronted stone cottage presents a rare and exciting opportunity for those seeking to create their dream home in an idyllic countryside setting.

The property requires modernisation throughout yet offers an abundance of potential and character.

Internally, the cottage comprises a kitchen diner, a separate dining room, a cosy snug with log burner, a utility room, a shower room, and a ground floor bedroom, offering flexible accommodation that could suit a variety of lifestyles. The first floor features a spacious living room with French doors to the rear, a main bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, two further bedrooms, and a family bathroom.

There is considerable scope to adapt the layout to suit your needs, including the potential to create a self-contained living space by sectioning off the snug, bedroom, utility, and shower room on the ground floor, ideal for multi-generational living.

The property presents a blank canvas for those looking to personalise and transform this charming cottage into a stylish and comfortable family home. Externally, the property is complemented by a large lawned garden, perfect for outdoor entertaining, family activities, or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside surroundings.

This delightful home offers the perfect opportunity to embrace country living while being within easy reach of local amenities and the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park. A truly unique opportunity not to be missed.

Location - Butterton is a picturesque village in the Staffordshire Moorlands and Peak District National Park situated high above the Manifold Valley. With a welcoming pub, the local countryside accessible by foot from the house, and many nearby attractions. The setting is magnificent for walking, cycling and climbing. The village is within easy reach of Buxton, Ashbourne and Leek.

Snug - 4.67 x 5.14 (15'3" x 16'10" ) - Fitted carpet. UPVC door to the side aspect. Wooden double glazed window to the side aspect. Wall mounted radiator. Two storage cupboards. Log burner. Two wall lights. Ceiling light.

Utility - 1.58m x 4.34 (5'2" x 14'2" ) - Fitted carpet. Wall mounted radiator. UPVC door to the side aspect. Ceramic sink. Ceiling light.

Shower Room - 3.20 x 1.24 (10'5" x 4'0") - Tiled flooring. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Walk in shower cubicle with shower. Obscured wooden double glazed window to the side aspect. Ladder style towel rail. Extractor fan. Ceiling light.

Ground Floor Bedroom - 4.46 x 2.87 (14'7" x 9'4") - Fitted carpet. Wall mounted radiator. Wooden double glazed window to the side aspect. Two wall lights.

Kitchen Diner - 4.01 x 3.42 (13'1" x 11'2") - Tiled flooring. A range of farmhouse base units with wooden work surfaces above. Integrated ceramic sink and drainer unit with mixer tap above. Space for range style cooker. Space for free standing fridge freezer. Under counter space for washing machine. Two wooden double glazed windows to the side and front aspect. Wall mounted radiator. Three ceiling lights.

Dining Room - 4.67 x 4.11 (15'3" x 13'5") - Tiled flooring. Wooden door to the front aspect. Two wall mounted radiators. Two wooden double glazed windows to the front and side aspect. Stairs to the first floor accommodation. Three wall lights.

First Floor Landing - Wooden flooring. Ceiling light.

Living Room - 6.63 x 6.31 max (21'9" x 20'8" max) - Wooden flooring. Three wall mounted radiators. French doors to the rear aspect. Wooden double glazed window to the side aspect. Five wall lights.

Bedroom One - 3.87 x 3.56 (12'8" x 11'8") - Wooden flooring. Wall mounted radiator. Wooden double glazed window to the side aspect. Built-in wardrobes. Wall light. Ceiling light.

Ensuite - 1.75 x 3.26 (5'8" x 10'8") - Wooden flooring. Low-level WC. Wash handbasin with storage underneath. Fitted bath. Ladder style towel rail. Two double glazed obscured wooden windows to the side and rear aspect.

Bedroom Two - 4.03 x 4.73 (13'2" x 15'6") - Wooden flooring. Wall mounted radiator. Two wooden double glazed windows to the front and side aspect. Vanity unit with sink and undercounter storage. Built-in wardrobes. Ceiling light. Loft access.

Bedroom Three - 4.81 x 3.96 (15'9" x 12'11") - Wooden flooring. Wall mounted radiator. Two wooden double glazed windows to the front and side aspect. Built-in wardrobes. Ceiling light. Loft access.

Bathroom - 3.02 x 2.45 (9'10" x 8'0") - Wooden flooring. Low-level WC. Two pedestal wash handbasins. Fitted bath with shower above and glass shower screen. Ladder style towel rail. Extractor fan. Double glazed obscured wooden window to the side aspect. Ceiling light. Loft access.

Garden - The large rear garden is largely lawned with surrounding mature shrubs and trees.

Agents Notes - Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains water, mains drainage, Oil fired central heating
Council Tax: Staffordshire Moorlands Band F
PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A PUBLIC FOOTPATH WHICH LEADS THROUGH THE LAND. THERE IS ALSO A LOCAL NEEDS PROPERTY WHICH IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE SALE AND WILL BE SEPARATED FROM THE TITLE.

THERE IS FURTHER LAND AVAILABLE IN THE CENTRE OF THE VILLAGE, APPROX 4 ACRES AND COULD BE PURCHASED UNDER SEPARATE NEGOTIATION.

Please Note - Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. Denise White Estate Agents has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.

About Your Agent - "In a world where you can be anything, be kind"

Denise is the director of Denise White Estate agents and has worked in the local area since 1999. Denise and the team can help and advise with any information on the local property market and the local area.

Denise White Estate Agents deal with all aspects of property including residential sales and lettings.

Please do get in touch with us if you need any help or advise.

Property To Sell? - We can arrange an appointment that is convenient with yourself, we'll view your property and give you an informed FREE market appraisal and arrange the next steps for you.

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Do You Require A Mortgage? - Speak to us, we'd be more than happy to point you in the direction of a reputable adviser who works closely with ourselves.

We Won! - Local Estate Agent Wins Prestigious British Gold Award for Customer Service

Denise White Bespoke Estate Agents has been honored with the esteemed Gold Award 2024 from the British Property Awards for their exceptional customer service and extensive local marketing knowledge in Leek and its surrounding areas.

The British Property Awards, renowned for their inclusivity and comprehensive evaluation process, assess estate agents across the United Kingdom based on their customer service levels and understanding of the local market. Denise White Estate Agents demonstrated outstanding performance throughout the rigorous and independent judging period.

As part of the assessment, the British Property Awards mystery shopped 90% of estate agents nationwide, evaluating their telephone etiquette, responsiveness to emails, promptness in returning missed calls, and, crucially, their expertise in the local marketing area.

The Gold Award is a testament to the estate agents who consistently go above and beyond, delivering exceptional levels of customer service, focusing on their commitment and excellence within the local community.

Anti-Money Laundering & Id Checks - Once an offer is accepted on a property marketed by Denise White Estate Agents we are required to complete ID verification checks on all buyers and to apply ongoing monitoring until the transaction ends. Whilst this is the responsibility of Denise White Estate Agents we may use the services of Guild365, to verify Clients’ identity. This is not a credit check and therefore will have no effect on your credit history. You agree for us to complete these checks, and the cost of these checks is £30.00 inc. VAT per buyer. This is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable.

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Leek

Denise White Estate Agents

Reference: 159995291

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
Bank Farm, Butterton, LEEK 47 78 117 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Bank House, Butterton, LEEK 50 72 90 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Booth House, Butterton, LEEK 57 76 138 m² England and Wales: 1983-1990 Detached
Brookside Cottage, Butterton, LEEK 53 73 190 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
East View, Butterton, LEEK 22 102 128 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Holloway House, Butterton, LEEK 55 89 84 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Ivy Cottage, Butterton, LEEK 32 90 81 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Detached
Meg's Cottage, Stoop House Farm, Butterton, LEEK 63 78 67 m² England and Wales: 2007-2011 Detached
Millar House, Butterton, LEEK 54 85 135 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Steps Cottage, Butterton, LEEK 39 85 48 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
The Cottage Leach Lane, Butterton, LEEK 55 85 78 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
The Cottage Leach Lane, Butterton, LEEK 5 73 77 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
The Cottage, Leach Lane, Butterton, LEEK 72 106 89 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £475,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Sold comparables data is not available for this property.

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 6.4%
10y growth 1865%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Staffordshire Moorlands. Series: All dwelling types. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 2.4%
5y (index) 17.2%
10y (index) 54%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Staffordshire Moorlands. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £645/mo
Realistic £717/mo
Optimistic £789/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Staffordshire Moorlands.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Pothooks Lane

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Bartholomew's Church 0.2 miles
Shop Unknown 0.3 miles
Bus stop Weags Bridge Road 1.4 miles
Shop Smithy Garage 3.1 miles
Hospital Leek Moorlands Hospital 5.0 miles
University Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College 5.5 miles
University Buxton & Leek College 5.6 miles
Train station Leek (Churnet Valley) 5.8 miles
Train station Leek Brook 6.0 miles
Hospital John Munroe Hospital 8.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Total incidents 0

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
Manifold Church of England Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Good — 25 Mar 2024
Waterhouses CofE Primary Academy Primary 3.4 miles Good — 21 Jan 2014
Evergreen Other 3.7 miles Good — 15 May 2022
Parkgate Farm Other 4.4 miles Good — 9 Sep 2024
Compass Community School Staffordshire Other 5.0 miles Good — 25 Nov 2021

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.15%
Max investor price (0.8%) £89,625
Target investor price (1%) £71,700
  • 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).

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