# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (SK10 5XL) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Saltersford, Rainow, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10, SK10 5XL | | Price | £945,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | G | ## Description A rare opportunity to acquire a charming 4 bedroom 3 bathroom stone farmhouse set in approx. 8 acres of formal gardens, grazing land and woodland with a tranquil fishing lake. NO CHAIN. **Description** A rare opportunity to acquire a charming stone built farmhouse set in approximately 8 acres of formal gardens, grazing land and woodlands with a tranquil fishing lake and picturesque river frontage. The farmhouse is believed to date back to the 17th century in parts and presents beautifully with characterful wooden beams, panelled doors, stone flooring, traditional fires and vaulted ceilings. The property offers 2,665 sq ft of versatile and well balanced accommodation consisting of five reception rooms, four double bedrooms, three bathrooms and a wine cellar. Additionally there are stables and barns/store rooms extending to 647 sq ft. Entered via the characterful oak front door into the most delightful dining hall with stone flagged floors, solid fuel cast iron burner set in brick and beamed access with ceiling beams and strapping. To the right of the dining hall lies the lovely dual aspect farmhouse kitchen with stone flagged flooring, oak units and tiled worktops. The central feature of the kitchen is an oil-fired AGA with two ovens. The kitchen leads into a second reception room currently being used as formal dining room and with access to the utility room and side porch access onto the driveway and gardens beyond. There are two reception rooms off the dining hall; a snug and a dual aspect living room with feature exposed stone wall and beamed inglenook recess in stone with open grate. The snug in turn leads into study which links the fabulous garden room offering spectacular panoramic views over the gardens and countryside beyond; steps allow access to the wine cellar. Completing the downstairs accommodation is the WC. To the first floor there are four generously proportioned bedrooms and three en suite bathrooms. The principal bedroom suite is of significant proportions and enjoys dual aspect views. There is a fully fitted dressing room and a generously sized en suite with separate shower and a spa bath. Externally the property enjoys private gardens which envelop the property, with adjoining paddocks and a fishing lake. The lake is fully stocked with Carp and has fishing rights to fully enjoy this outdoor pursuit. For those seeking a characterful family home situated in a truly stunning location with the added benefit of stables, extensive land and a fishing lake, Burton Springs Farm provides the perfect opportunity. Please note there is satellite broadband available at the property. No chain. **Location** Burton Springs Farm lies in an idyllic rural setting offering outstanding views of The Peak District, nestled within the Todd Brook Valley near Jenkin Chapel in Saltersford. The property is conveniently positioned for access to the surrounding Cheshire market towns and villages; Bollington is 3.9 miles, Macclesfield is 4.9 miles and Prestbury is 6.5 miles. Macclesfield provides an excellent range of amenities and the mainline railway station offers a 1hr 48 min service to London Euston and a 22 minute service to Manchester Piccadilly. There is a good choice of local private schools including The Kings School (8 miles) and Beech Hall Preparatory School (6.5 miles) along with well-regarded state schools including Rainow Primary School (3.2 miles) and The Fallibroome Academy (8 miles). WHAT3WORDS: saucepan.rudder.resonated Square Footage: 3,312 sq ft Acreage: 8 Acres ## Property Photos - ![Burton Springs Farm](/listings/photos/91431048/1579778) - Burton Springs Farm - ![Front Elevation](/listings/photos/91431048/1579781) - Front Elevation - ![Gardens](/listings/photos/91431048/1579784) - Gardens - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/91431048/1579789) - Rear Elevation - ![Rear Field & Shelter](/listings/photos/91431048/1579795) - Rear Field & Shelter - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/91431048/1579800) - Site Plan - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/91431048/1579803) - Dining Room - ![Dining Kitchen](/listings/photos/91431048/1579808) - Dining Kitchen - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/91431048/1579811) - Living Room - ![Garden Room](/listings/photos/91431048/1579816) - Garden Room - ![Garden Room](/listings/photos/91431048/1579819) - Garden Room - ![Principal Bedroom](/listings/photos/91431048/1579823) - Principal Bedroom - ![Dressing Room](/listings/photos/91431048/1579826) - Dressing Room - ![Principal Ensuite](/listings/photos/91431048/1579830) - Principal Ensuite - ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/91431048/1579833) - Bedroom 2 - ![Bedroom 4](/listings/photos/91431048/1579834) - Bedroom 4 - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/91431048/1579835) - Bathroom - ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/91431048/1579836) - Bedroom 3 - ![Land/Views](/listings/photos/91431048/1579837) - Land/Views - ![Picture No. 71](/listings/photos/91431048/1579838) - Picture No. 71 - ![Drone Elevation](/listings/photos/91431048/1579839) - Drone Elevation ## Floorplans - ![Floor Plan](/listings/photos/91431048/1579840) - Floor Plan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/91431048/1579841) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 67 SOUTH WEST AVENUE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5DX | £480,000 | 27/03/2026 | Detached | | MILL HOUSE GIN CLOUGH, RAINOW, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5XQ | £450,000 | 12/01/2026 | Detached | | 50 THE BUNGALOW CLARKE LANE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5AH | £345,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached | | 4 WOODLEA DRIVE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5HF | £475,000 | 10/12/2025 | Detached | | 2 DEAN WAY, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5DW | £330,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] GREENBOOTH FARM SALTERSFORD, RAINOW, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5XL | £899,000 | 28/11/2025 | Other | | 30 GRIMSHAW LANE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5NB | £735,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached | | 7 HALL HILL, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5ED | £550,000 | 21/11/2025 | Detached | | YEARNSLOW COTTAGE CHAPEL BROW, RAINOW, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5XF | £795,000 | 24/10/2025 | Detached | | TOWER HILL COTTAGE TOWER HILL, RAINOW, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5TX | £450,000 | 24/10/2025 | Detached | | WALKERS GREEN COTTAGE SHRIGLEY ROAD, POTT SHRIGLEY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5RT | £824,000 | 19/08/2025 | Detached | | 36 SOUTH WEST AVENUE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5DS | £662,500 | 15/08/2025 | Detached | | LANE EDGE HAWKINS LANE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5TL | £357,000 | 08/08/2025 | Detached | | 40 HURST LANE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5LT | £401,000 | 14/07/2025 | Detached | | THE ROUND HOUSE ROUND GARDENS, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5JU | £577,500 | 31/01/2025 | Detached | | NEEDYGATE FARM SHRIGLEY ROAD, POTT SHRIGLEY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5SE | £410,000 | 08/01/2025 | Detached | | SIMPSON LANE COTTAGE SIMPSON LANE, POTT SHRIGLEY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5SF | £590,000 | 27/09/2024 | Detached | | 35 HENSHALL ROAD, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5DN | £468,000 | 12/12/2023 | Detached | | 1 DEAN WAY, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5DW | £277,500 | 03/11/2023 | Detached | | 40 HURST LANE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5LT | £383,500 | 26/10/2023 | Detached | | 20A HURST LEA GLEAVE AVENUE, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5LX | £762,250 | 29/09/2023 | Detached | **Street average:** £899,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £516,163 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £834,900 (91 Detached, SK10, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +13.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £884/mo - **Realistic:** £982/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,080/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:** 0.1% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £122,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £98,200 *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:** 23.6% - **10y growth:** 41% ## 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)