# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (SK10 3SF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 26 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST SK10 3SF | | Price | £525,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1996-2002 | | Floor area | 133 m² | | Last sold | £270,000 Aug 2013 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 24/06/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £1,980/year [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0736-5026-0600-0555-4222) ## Description ** INNOVATIVE, STYLISH AND VERSATILE ** This beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home occupies a secluded position sat on a large plot at the head of a quiet cul-de-sac within an exclusive development just off Victoria Road. The property enjoys a highly desirable residential setting, ideally located within easy walking distance of Fallibroome Academy, Macclesfield District General Hospital, West Park, and the town centre. Having been refurbished by the current owners, the home has been thoughtfully transformed to an exceptional standard, offering stylish, spacious and well-balanced accommodation throughout. A particular highlight is the impressive open-plan ground floor layout, which creates a superb space for modern family living and entertaining. The ground floor also benefits from multiple reception areas and a versatile fourth bedroom complete with its own en-suite shower room. To the first floor there are three bedrooms, (including an en-suite to the master bedroom) and a family bathroom. Externally, the property is approached through double gates leading to a private driveway with ample off-road parking for several vehicles and access to a detached double garage. The beautifully landscaped gardens have been carefully designed to provide a variety of seating and entertaining areas, perfect for al fresco dining and outdoor gatherings. Well-stocked borders showcase an attractive selection of mature plants, flowers, and shrubs, creating a colourful and inviting outdoor environment. **Location** - Set in Cheshire's plains, on the fringe of the Peak District National Park, Macclesfield combines the old with the new. Originally a medieval town, Macclesfield became the country's 'Silk' capital in the 1750's, whilst it still retains that heritage, in recent years it has grown to become a thriving business centre. Macclesfield is a modern shopping centre with a range of leisure facilities to suit most tastes. There is a popular monthly Treacle Market which is a bustling Arts, Antiques, Crafts, Food and Drink Market, held on the cobbles of the town centre with around 140 stalls of exceptional food and drink, unique crafts and vintage and information from the Macclesfield community. There are many independent and state primary and secondary schools. The access points of the North West Motorway network system, Manchester International Airport and some of Cheshire's finest countryside are close at hand. Intercity rail links to London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly can be found at Macclesfield and Wilmslow railway stations as well as commuter rail links to the local business centres. **Directions** - Leaving Macclesfield along Victoria Road, turn left after a short distance onto Pavilion Way and Gritstone Drive will be found on the left, where the property is located on the right hand side. **Entrance Hallway** - Stairs to the first floor. LVT floor. Radiator. **Dining Kitchen** - 4.78m x 3.96m max (15'8 x 13'0 max) - Fitted with a range of base units with quartz work surfaces over and matching wall mounted cupboards. Underhung stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Four ring Bosch gas hob with extractor hood over. Built in Bosch double oven. Ample space for a dining table and chairs. Built in understairs storage cupboard. Tiled floor. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Double glazed window. Two radiators. **Utility** - Space for a washing machine and tumble dryer above. Circular double glazed window. Tiled floor. Radiator. **Family Room** - 5.18m x 3.66m (17'0 x 12'0 ) - Family area featuring a log burning stove. Sliding patio doors to a seating area and double glazed window. Additional door to the front aspect. LVT floor. Two Velux windows. Recessed ceiling spotlights. **Orangery** - 5.18m x 3.84m (17'0 x 12'7) - Featuring a log burning stove. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Double glazed sliding patio doors to the garden and additional double glazed door. LVT floor. Two Velux windows. **Living Room** - 4.83m x3.05m (15'10 x10'0) - Elegantly presented living room with two double glazed windows. LVT floor. Ceiling coving. Two radiators. **Bedroom Four** - 3.45m x 2.39m (11'4 x 7'10) - Double bedroom with double glazed window to the front and side aspect. Access to the loft space. LVT floor. **En-Suite Shower Room** - Fitted with a walk in shower, push button low level WC and vanity wash hand basin. Part tiled walls. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Chrome ladder style radiator. Double glazed window to the side aspect. **Stairs To The First Floor** - Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Recessed ceiling spotlights. **Bedroom One** - 3.96m x 2.69m (13'0 x 8'10) - Double bedroom fitted with a wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors. Two double glazed windows to the front aspect. Radiator. **En-Suite Shower Room** - Fitted suite comprising; shower cubicle, push button low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Double glazed window to the side aspect. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Radiator. **Bedroom Two** - 3.05m x 2.69m (10'0 x 8'10) - Double bedroom fitted with a wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors Built in cupboard. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator. **Bedroom Three** - 2.08m x 1.52m to wardrobe front (6'10 x 5'0 to war - Single bedroom fitted with floor to ceiling wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors to one wall. Double glazed window to the front aspect. Radiator. **Bathroom** - Fitted with a white suite comprising; panelled bath, push button low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Double glazed window to the front aspect. Radiator. **Outside** - **Driveway** - The property is approached through double gates leading to a private driveway with ample off-road parking for several vehicles and access to a detached double garage. **Detached Double Garage** - 5.49m x 5.00m (18'0 x 16'5) - Two up and over doors. Power and lighting. Double glazed window to the rear. Courtesy door to the side. **Gardens** - The beautifully landscaped gardens have been carefully designed to provide a variety of seating and entertaining areas, perfect for al fresco dining and outdoor gatherings. Well-stocked borders showcase an attractive selection of mature plants, flowers, and shrubs, creating a colourful and inviting outdoor environment. **Tenure** - The vendor has advised us that the property is Freehold and that the council tax band is D. We would advise any prospective buyer to confirm these details with their legal representative. **Anti Money Laundering - Note** - To be able to sell or purchase a property in the United Kingdom all agents have a legal requirement to conduct Identity checks on all customers involved in the transaction to fulfil their obligations under Anti Money Laundering regulations. We outsource this check to a third party and a charge will apply. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 26 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SF | £270,000 | 16/08/2013 | Detached | | 26 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SF | £267,000 | 10/12/2009 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 50 BISHOPTON DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8TR | £420,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached | | 30 THE WHITFIELDS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3PX | £519,250 | 17/12/2025 | Detached | | 4 SHUTLINGSLOE WAY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SG | £440,000 | 25/09/2025 | Detached | | 22 IVY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8QB | £415,000 | 23/05/2024 | Detached | | [Same street] 10 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SF | £515,000 | 08/12/2023 | Detached | | 29 THE WHITFIELDS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3PX | £435,000 | 03/11/2023 | Detached | | 247 CHESTER ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8RA | £590,000 | 27/10/2023 | Detached | | 43 CLIFFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8QE | £285,000 | 29/08/2023 | Detached | | 53 CLIFFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8QE | £330,000 | 06/04/2023 | Detached | | 44 BISHOPTON DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8TR | £430,000 | 24/03/2023 | Detached | | 8 SHUTLINGSLOE WAY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SG | £560,000 | 08/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 3 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SF | £535,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | 253 CHESTER ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8RA | £448,000 | 14/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 27 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SF | £230,000 | 09/09/2022 | Terraced | | 48 CLIFFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8QF | £232,500 | 19/08/2022 | Detached | | 2 SHUTLINGSLOE WAY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SG | £435,000 | 01/08/2022 | Detached | | 1 ROXBURGH CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3QE | £475,000 | 21/07/2022 | Detached | | 2 CLIFFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8QF | £496,000 | 21/06/2022 | Detached | | 14 CARDIGAN CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 8QG | £390,000 | 08/04/2022 | Detached | | 28 THE WHITFIELDS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3PX | £385,000 | 06/01/2022 | Detached | | 3 CHARNWOOD CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3NR | £360,000 | 21/12/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 17 GRITSTONE DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SF | £405,000 | 29/10/2021 | Detached | | 14 EDINBURGH DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3PZ | £380,000 | 11/10/2021 | Detached | | 6 TABLEY CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3SL | £435,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £421,250 (4 sales) **Area average:** £423,038 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £848,089 (87 Detached, SK10, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -38.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £881/mo - **Realistic:** £979/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,077/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,745/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.19% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £122,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £97,900 *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:** £3,947/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -4.8% - **10y growth:** 9.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.9% - **5y growth (index):** 20.9% - **10y growth (index):** 48.3% ## 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)