# 5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (SK9 7BU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | THE FERNS, TEMPEST ROAD, ALDERLEY EDGE, ALDERLEY EDGE, CHESHIRE SK9 7BU | | Price | £1,750,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | G | | Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 | | Floor area | 470 m² | | Last sold | £550,000 Jul 2004 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Current heating cost:** £3,053/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,400 ### Recommendations - Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windows (£3,300 - £6,500) - Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500) ## Description A rare opportunity to acquire this immaculately refurbished five bedroom Victorian Villa dating back to 1863, positioned on the edge of Alderley Edge village, extending to 4,203 sq ft. **Description** Set on one of Alderley Edge’s most coveted cobbled roads, The Ferns is an exceptional semi-detached Victorian villa that combines classical architecture with modern family luxury. Built in striking buttermilk-coloured London brick and defined by elegant arched windows, the property enjoys a peaceful position on Tempest Road, a charming loop off Woodbrook Road, just moments from the village. The home’s Victorian heritage is reflected in its grand proportions, high ceilings and beautifully detailed interiors. The current owners have extended and refurbished the property with great care and consideration, creating a warm, refined and highly functional family home. The heart of the house is undoubtedly the stunning bespoke kitchen, a standout space featuring an impressive marble island, oil-fired Aga and underfloor heating. This opens into a light-filled dining area with roof light and bifold doors leading directly onto a sun terrace, ideal for family living and entertaining. The adjoining living room mirrors this connection with the garden, offering another relaxed space with bifold doors onto the terrace and views across the landscaped grounds. To one side of the kitchen is a versatile games room, and to the other, a beautifully appointed drawing room with chevron parquet flooring and a marble fire surround. Large windows frame views of the gardens and enhance the sense of light and space. Thoughtful design touches abound, including concealed mirrored doors in the dining room that discreetly reveal the utility room and WC. Original nooks and alcoves offer charming and practical storage throughout. Across the upper two floors are five generous bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite and a newly fitted, spacious family bathroom. The layout has been carefully configured to support flexible, modern living while retaining the property’s period character. Set into The Edge, the terraced gardens have been landscaped with care, incorporating lawned terraces, mature planting and far-reaching views. A charming children’s summer house adds a playful touch, while the large, paved terrace is accessed from both the kitchen and living room and provides an ideal setting for alfresco dining and entertaining. Behind automated gates, a private driveway leads to a double garage with a newly finished floor and an adjoining room, well suited for use as a home office or studio. **Location** Positioned above the village on one of Alderley Edge’s most desirable cobbled streets, The Ferns enjoys a premier location. One of the most highly regarded addresses in the village, Tempest Road lies off Macclesfield Road and is only a short stroll away (0.7 miles) from the thriving village centre and yet is a quiet haven away from the hustle and bustle of village life. The local cricket and tennis club are close by (0.8 miles) and there is direct footpath access to ‘The Edge’ from the top of Woodbrook Road. Alderley Edge is renowned for its excellent restaurants, bistros and bar, specialist shops and the railway station with Manchester Piccadilly 30 mins away and Manchester Airport a 10 minute journey. Waitrose supermarket is in the village and Wilmslow renowned for its shopping facilities, is 3.3 miles away. There are private and state junior schools within walking distance of The Ferns and the area generally has an overwhelming choice of private senior schools. Regular commuters to London will appreciate the 1hr 52 minute train journey from Wilmslow or 1hr 48mins from Macclesfield. There are plenty of golf courses and liveries close by and the Peak National Park extends to just the far side of Macclesfield. Square Footage: 4,203 sq ft Leasehold with approximately 941 years remaining. Acreage: 0.25 Acres ## Property Photos - ![The Ferns](/listings/photos/168706301/24605) - The Ferns - ![Drawing Room](/listings/photos/168706301/24608) - Drawing Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/168706301/24611) - Kitchen - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/168706301/24613) - Living Room - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/168706301/24616) - Dining Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/168706301/24621) - Kitchen - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/168706301/24624) - Hallway - ![Games Room](/listings/photos/168706301/24627) - Games Room - ![Landing](/listings/photos/168706301/24630) - Landing - ![Principal Bedroom](/listings/photos/168706301/24633) - Principal Bedroom - ![Principal Bedroom](/listings/photos/168706301/24637) - Principal Bedroom - ![Principal En-Suite](/listings/photos/168706301/24640) - Principal En-Suite - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168706301/24643) - Bedroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/168706301/24646) - Bathroom - ![Landing](/listings/photos/168706301/24649) - Landing - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168706301/24652) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168706301/24655) - Bedroom - ![Garden](/listings/photos/168706301/24658) - Garden - ![Courtyard](/listings/photos/168706301/24662) - Courtyard - ![Garden](/listings/photos/168706301/24665) - Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/168706301/24670) - Garden - ![Drive](/listings/photos/168706301/24674) - Drive ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/168706301/24679) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC](/listings/photos/168706301/24684) - EPC ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | THE FERNS TEMPEST ROAD, ALDERLEY EDGE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK9 7BU | £550,000 | 30/07/2004 | Semi-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] RIDGESIDE HOUSE TEMPEST ROAD, ALDERLEY EDGE, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 7BU | £1,896,000 | 12/05/2023 | Detached | **Street average:** £1,896,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £482,533 (39 Semi-detached, SK9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +262.7% ## 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 West Pennine (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £760/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.06% (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.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,723/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 2.8% - **10y growth:** -11.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Semi-detached series; as of February 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.3% - **5y growth (index):** 24.1% - **10y growth (index):** 56.2% ## 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)