Cross Lane Cottage
CROSS LANE, CONGLETON, KERMINCHAM, CHESHIRE CW12 2LJ
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
121 m²
Last sold
£420,000 Jul 2005
Local average
£424,873 (+104.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (21,976 of 33,755)
Street crime
7 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Charming Rural Position
- Grounds of approx 0.8 acres
- Character Country Cottage
- Detached Double Garage
- Countryside Views
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Tucked away in this idyllic countryside position this beautifully presented cottage has been tastefully and sympathetically updated by the current owners and presents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special country home.
From the moment you enter this home exudes warmth and charm with exposed beams, stone flagged floors and exposed brick fireplaces. The statement piece of this home is the large living room with dual aspect, panelling and delightful views onto the adjoining countryside. There is a recently re-fitted shaker style kitchen with integrated appliances and attached boot room. In addition on the ground floor is a cosy dining room, downstairs bedroom and WC and a large office/fourth bedroom.
Upstairs there are two well-proportioned bedrooms both with vaulted ceilings and calming rural views and the large family bathroom with free standing roll top bath and large walk-in shower area. From the central landing is a large eaves storage offering ample practical storage space.
The true heart of this home lies in its outstanding gardens, extending to approximately 0.8 acres and offering a rare and enchanting sense of space, privacy, and natural beauty. Meticulously established over time, the grounds are a captivating blend of mature trees, thoughtfully planted shrubs, and sweeping lawns that create a picturesque countryside setting. There are two entrances to this home offering versatility and a detached double garage offering great storage/workshop space.
This garden doesn’t simply complement the home it defines it, offering a truly special lifestyle rooted in nature, space, and quiet enjoyment of the outdoors.
Despite its quiet position, it remains conveniently placed for nearby Holmes Chapel and Congleton, offering a range of amenities and excellent connections. A perfect balance of countryside charm and everyday convenience.
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Council Tax – Cheshire East Band G
EPC Rating – F (30/79)
Tenure – Freehold
Heating: LPG Fired Central Heating
Services: Mains Electric & Water, Drainage via septic tank (non-complaint with 2020 regs)
Parking: Driveway & Garage
Flood Risk*: Very low risk of flooding
Broadband: Ultrafast broadband available
Mobile Coverage: Mobile coverage with main providers (EE, O2, Three & Vodafone).
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Listed by
Alderley Edge
Mosley Jarman
Reference: 87836862
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Lane Cottage, Cross Lane, Kermincham, CONGLETON | 30 | 79 | 121 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £870,000 | +107.1% |
| Sold | 17/07/2005 (20 years ago) | £420,000 | — |
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).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of February 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 Oldham & Rochdale: £693/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Kermincham Heath, Congleton Road / Folly Farm | 0.2 miles |
| Bus stop | Swettenham, Swettenham Road / Club | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Country Rustics | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Goostrey | 1.8 miles |
| Train station | Holmes Chapel | 2.5 miles |
| Hospital | Rosemount Resource Centre | 7.0 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 9.5 miles |
| Hospital | John Munroe Hospital | 10.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 5 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total incidents | 7 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Nova School | Other | 1.6 miles | — (No rating) |
| Goostrey Community Primary School | Primary | 2.1 miles | Good — 16 Mar 2022 |
| Hermitage Primary School | Primary | 2.5 miles | Good — 20 Nov 2023 |
| Marton and District CofE Aided Primary School | Primary | 2.8 miles | Good — 18 Jul 2017 |
| Brereton CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.9 miles | Good — 19 Jan 2018 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giantswood Lane, Somerford Booths | £1,900/mo | 3 | 2.55 miles | Rightmove |
| Pine Way, Somerford, Congleton | £1,200/mo | 3 | 3.01 miles | Rightmove |
| Loachbrook Farm Way, Congleton, CW12 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 3.36 miles | Rightmove |
| Churchill Close, West Heath, Congleton | £1,100/mo | 3 | 3.52 miles | Rightmove |
| Fairmill Grove, Congleton, CW12 | £1,350/mo | 3 | 3.89 miles | Rightmove |
| Dobson Way, Congleton, CW12 | £2,200/mo | 3 | 4.04 miles | Rightmove |
| Wallhill Lane, Brownlow, CW12 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 4.38 miles | Rightmove |
| Canal Road, Congleton, CW12 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 5.1 miles | Rightmove |
| Annan Close, Congleton | £1,300/mo | 3 | 5.29 miles | Rightmove |
| Moss Road, Astbury, CW12 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 5.47 miles | Rightmove |
| Biddulph Road, Congleton | £950/mo | 3 | 6.1 miles | Rightmove |
| Congleton, Staffordshire | £2,000/mo | 3 | 6.85 miles | Rightmove |
| Overton Road, Congleton, CW12 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 6.88 miles | Rightmove |
Average rent: £1,462/mo (13 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
- ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).
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