The Lodge Wirswall Whitchurch
Cheshire East, SY13 4LE
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
E
Local average
£379,226 (-8%)
Deprivation
Decile 5 (15,717 of 33,755)
Street crime
1 incident within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Historic Arts & Crafts Gate Lodge Dating from Circa 1903
- Restored internal floors, doors, underfloor heating and luxurious interiors
- Bespoke Handmade Kitchen and Luxury Bathroom
- Beautifully Internally Restored With Luxury Specifications
- Elevated Position with Far-Reaching Countryside Views
- Private Established Gardens & Driveway
- Approximately 0.2 Acres
- Crewe Station Approximately 20 Minutes (London Euston from Around 90 Minutes)
- Tenure: Freehold | EPC E | Council Tax D
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Heating
- Central, Open fire, Gas central, Underfloor heating
- Accessibility
- Wet room, Wide doorways, Level access shower
- Parking
- Driveway
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Commanding an elevated position on the edge of the historic Wicksted Hall estate, The Lodge was commissioned by Lieutenant Herbert Wicksted Ethelston as part of the original Arts & Crafts vision for the estate between 1903 and 1906. Recently and beautifully internally restored throughout, this distinctive detached residence combines Edwardian architectural character alongside contemporary style.
The Lodge is a remarkable Arts & Crafts residence occupying a prominent position at the original entrance to Wicksted Hall. Constructed between 1903 and 1906 as part of Lieutenant Herbert Wicksted Ethelston's vision for the estate, the property remains an important surviving element of the original country house composition. Designed to create a distinguished arrival to the Hall, The Lodge occupies an elevated setting and enjoys views across the surrounding Cheshire countryside.
The architecture is characteristic of the Arts & Crafts movement, with handsome red brick elevations, steep slate rooflines, decorative detailing and substantial chimney stacks creating a building of genuine architectural character and presence.
The property internally has undergone a comprehensive restoration programme, carefully balancing historic character with exceptional contemporary style. The result is a beautifully presented home, with natural light flooding through each room, open space and Countryside lifestyle. Highlights include a handmade kitchen, restored staircase and joinery, underfloor heating to the ground floor, imestone flooring, luxury aged brass fittings and a stunning Lusso bathroom suite.
The gardens extend to approximately 0.2 acres and enjoy a wonderful sense of privacy whilst remaining manageable and easily maintained. Established planting, mature boundaries and open views create a setting that feels both rural and secluded.
Rarely do original Arts & Crafts gate lodges become available as independent residences. The Lodge offers an increasingly uncommon opportunity to acquire a piece of Edwardian architectural history, carefully restored for modern living and positioned within one of Cheshire's most attractive rural settings.
LOCATION
The Lodge occupies a delightful position within the village of Wirswall, surrounded by rolling Cheshire countryside yet conveniently placed for access to Whitchurch, Nantwich, Chester and Crewe. Direct rail services from Crewe reach London Euston in approximately 90 minutes, making the property equally appealing as a principal residence, country retreat or London base.
Services, Utilities & Property Information
Mains Water
Mains Electricity
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
Private Drainage via Clearwater Effluent System
Broadband Availability - FTTC Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband is available in the area. We advise you to check with your current provider.
Mobile Phone Coverage - 4G and 5G mobile phone signal is available in the area. We advise you to check with your current provider.
Local Authority - Cheshire East
Construction Type - Standard
Tenure - Freehold
EPC Rating - E
Council Tax Band - D
Special Notes: The property has a Shared Maintenance Cost for Private Drainage Services.
The property is currently subject to an existing tenancy.
Further details available on request.
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Listed by
Derby
Newman Estate Agents
Reference: 173759627
EPC ratings on this postcode
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| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Wicksted Cottages, Wirswall | 64 | 84 | 113 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | House |
| 1 Wicksted Cottages, Wirswall, WHITCHURCH | 64 | 84 | 113 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Terraced |
| 1 Wicksted Hall Cottages, Wirswall | 72 | 82 | 127 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | House |
| 1 Wicksted Hall Cottages, Wirswall, Whitchurch | 72 | 82 | 127 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| 2 Wicksted Hall Cottages, Wicksted Hall, Wirswall | 51 | 97 | 122 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | House |
| 2 Wicksted Hall Cottages, Wicksted Hall, Wirswall | 18 | 81 | 128 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | House |
| 2 Wicksted Hall Cottages, Wicksted Hall, Wirswall, WHITCHURCH | 51 | 97 | 122 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| 2 Wicksted Hall Cottages, Wicksted Hall, Wirswall, WHITCHURCH | 18 | 81 | 128 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| The Lodge, Wirswall | 42 | 70 | 79 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | House |
| The Lodge, Wirswall | 13 | 93 | 85 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | House |
| The Lodge, Wirswall, WHITCHURCH | 42 | 70 | 79 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Detached |
| The Lodge, Wirswall, WHITCHURCH | 13 | 93 | 85 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Tower Cottage, Wirswall | 36 | 100 | 77 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | House |
| Tower Cottage, Wirswall | 45 | 74 | 77 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Bungalow |
| Tower Cottage, Wirswall, WHITCHURCH | 36 | 100 | 77 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 | — | £349,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WIRSWALL HALL, WIRSWALL, WHITCHURCH, CHESHIRE EAST, SY13 4LB | £800,000 | 08/12/2023 | Detached |
Area average: £800,000 (1 sale)
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 March 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 Wigan: £499/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Wirswall Road
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Wirswall, Wirswall Road / Wirswall Hall | 0.2 miles |
| Bus stop | Bradeley Green, Whitchurch Road / Bradeley Green Lane | 0.9 miles |
| Hospital | Whitchurch Community Hospital | 1.4 miles |
| Shop | Argos | 1.5 miles |
| Shop | Travis Perkins | 1.6 miles |
| Train station | Whitchurch | 1.7 miles |
| Train station | Wrenbury | 3.8 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 11.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total incidents | 1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy | Primary | 1.7 miles | Good — 18 Sep 2023 |
| Whitchurch CofE Infant and Nursery Academy | Primary | 1.8 miles | Good — 1 Jul 2013 |
| Physis Academy | Other | 1.9 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
| Tushingham With Grindley CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.0 miles | Outstanding — 26 Jan 2018 |
| Sir John Talbot's School | Secondary | 2.4 miles | Good — 30 Jan 2024 |
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