# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW3 9AF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | BUDDILEIGH COTTAGE, BACK LANE, CREWE, BETLEY, STAFFORDSHIRE CW3 9AF | | Price | £2,400,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | G | | Last sold | £675,000 May 2007 | ## Description An exceptional 16.5 acre country house with a principal residence, impressive barn conversion, detached cottage and established income potential, set in a sought-after village. **Description** A rare opportunity to acquire a small country home extending to approximately 16.50 acres, comprising a contemporary principal house, an impressive barn conversion (Hunters Tryst), and a detached cottage (Buddileigh Cottage), together with outbuildings, formal gardens and pastureland. The property lies on the Cheshire/Staffordshire border, half a mile from Betley village, and is currently operated as a wedding and holiday letting business. Buddileigh Farm – The Principal House Constructed in 2008, Buddileigh Farm is a well-designed country house extending to approximately 3,500 sq ft. The accommodation is arranged to maximise light and views, with high ceilings, extensive glazing and French doors opening onto terraces and balconies. A reception hall with Minstrels’ gallery leads to the principal rooms, including a drawing room with vaulted ceiling, a double-height dining room, kitchen/breakfast room and garden room, together with a study, utility and cloakroom. There are four bedrooms, all en suite, including a principal suite with dressing area, refitted bathroom and balcony. The house benefits from hardwood double glazing and zoned underfloor heating to the ground floor. Hunters Tryst Hunters Tryst is a substantial and characterful barn conversion offering versatile accommodation. A large reception hall/living space with Minstrels’ gallery forms the centre of the house, complemented by a kitchen/dining room, utility and cloakroom. The property provides a principal bedroom with en suite and balcony, together with several further bedrooms and bath/shower rooms. Additional living space includes a generous sitting room/games room and secondary entrance hall. Buddileigh Cottage Buddileigh Cottage is a charming and self-contained property, ideal for guest or letting use. The accommodation comprises a living room with French doors, kitchen/breakfast room, bedroom with dressing room and a shower room. The cottage benefits from a private walled garden and covered seating area. Gardens and Grounds The property is set within attractive gardens enjoying a south-westerly aspect, with mature trees, formal lawns and a pond with island. Further features include a hornbeam avenue, walled kitchen garden and a restored listed ice house. The land extends to approximately 16.50 acres, predominantly pasture, with a principal paddock and a smaller paddock with field shelter, suited to equestrian use. Outbuildings include a stable block, garage, workshop, stores and a covered outdoor bar with raised decking. Situation Buddileigh Farm is by the centre of Betley, a sought-after village with local amenities including a shop, school and public houses. The area offers excellent schooling and convenient access to the M6 and Crewe station, providing fast links to London and Manchester. Summary An exceptional opportunity to acquire a high-quality country residence with two additional dwellings and established income potential, set within attractive and manageable grounds. **Location** Location and Amenities The village provides a primary school, parish church, village shop, post office and a public house. Newcastle-under-Lyme, approximately 6 miles away, offers a range of shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities. Nantwich, approximately 7 miles distant, provides additional shopping, restaurants and a cinema. Dining options in the surrounding area include the Hand and Trumpet at Wrinehill and The Broughton at Gorsty Hill. Schools Betley Primary School is located within the village. Secondary schooling is available at Madeley High School, approximately 3 miles away. Further schooling options, including independent provision, are available in Crewe and Newcastle-under-Lyme. Leisure The surrounding area provides opportunities for walking, cycling and equestrian activities. Wychwood Park Golf Club is approximately 2 miles away. Additional leisure facilities are available at Crewe Leisure Centre, approximately 7 miles distant. Nantwich provides further recreational facilities including a swimming pool and fitness centres. Transport The M6 motorway (J16) is approximately 5 miles away. Crewe railway station, approximately 7 miles distant, provides rail services to London, Birmingham and Manchester. Bus services connect Betley with surrounding towns and villages. Square Footage: 3,358 sq ft Acreage: 16 Acres **Additional Info** Council Tax Band G ## Property Photos - ![Aerial](/listings/photos/90690405/1131567) - Aerial - ![Pond](/listings/photos/90690405/1131568) - Pond - ![Pond](/listings/photos/90690405/1131569) - Pond - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/90690405/1131570) - Kitchen - ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/90690405/1131571) - Dining Hall - ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/90690405/1131572) - Dining Hall - ![Snug](/listings/photos/90690405/1131573) - Snug - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/90690405/1131574) - Sitting Room - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/90690405/1131575) - Sitting Room - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/90690405/1131576) - Bedroom - ![En Suite](/listings/photos/90690405/1131577) - En Suite - ![En Suite](/listings/photos/90690405/1131578) - En Suite - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/90690405/1131579) - Bedroom - ![Hunters Tryst](/listings/photos/90690405/1131580) - Hunters Tryst - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/90690405/1131581) - Sitting Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/90690405/1131582) - Kitchen - ![Games Room](/listings/photos/90690405/1131583) - Games Room - ![Gallery](/listings/photos/90690405/1131584) - Gallery - ![Games Room](/listings/photos/90690405/1131585) - Games Room - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/90690405/1131586) - Bedroom - ![Gallery](/listings/photos/90690405/1131587) - Gallery - ![Tryst](/listings/photos/90690405/1131588) - Tryst - ![Outdoor Kitchen](/listings/photos/90690405/1131589) - Outdoor Kitchen - ![Outdoor Kitchen](/listings/photos/90690405/1131590) - Outdoor Kitchen - ![Cottage](/listings/photos/90690405/1131591) - Cottage - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/90690405/1131592) - Kitchen - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/90690405/1131593) - Sitting Room - ![Cottage Garden](/listings/photos/90690405/1131594) - Cottage Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/90690405/1131595) - Garden - ![Tree Line](/listings/photos/90690405/1131596) - Tree Line - ![Stables](/listings/photos/90690405/1131597) - Stables - ![Aerial](/listings/photos/90690405/1131598) - Aerial ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/90690405/1131599) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/90690405/1131600) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | BUDDILEIGH COTTAGE BACK LANE, BETLEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9AF | £675,000 | 01/05/2007 | Detached | ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £427,385 (23 Detached, CW3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +461.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Newcastle-under-Lyme). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £743/mo - **Realistic:** £826/mo - **Optimistic:** £909/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.03% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £103,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £82,600 *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.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -7.6% - **10y growth:** 5.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Newcastle-under-Lyme; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1% - **5y growth (index):** 26.1% - **10y growth (index):** 54.9% ## 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)