For sale Detached

Burford Lane

Lymm, WA13 0SJ

5 baths Listed 3 Jun 2026 (-12d)

£2,950,000

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(Main) Reception Hall Reception Hall Reception Hall Downstairs Bedroom Downstairs Bedroom Downstairs Family Room Family Room Family Room Cinema Room Breakfast Kitchen Breakfast Kitchen Breakfast Kitchen Breakfast Kitchen Dining Room Dining Room Glazed Walkway Glazed Walkway Leisure Suite Leisure Suite Leisure Suite Leisure Suite Leisure Suite Sauna Galleried Landing Leisure Suite Bedroom Bedroomm Bedroom En-suite Bedroom Bathroom Dressing Room Second Floor Dressin Bedroom En-suite Shower Room En-suite Shower Room Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Externally Detached Garage Bloc Annex

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Property details

Council tax band

F

Local average

£676,312 (+336.2%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,840 of 33,755)

Street crime

14 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Stunning Victorian residence dating back to 1866, beautifully combining original character features with contemporary luxury finishes.
  • Approximately two acres of private grounds, including landscaped gardens, courtyard terraces and a separate paddock enjoying elevated countryside views.
  • Exceptional leisure suite featuring an indoor swimming pool, sauna, gymnasium, shower facilities and galleried studio/entertaining space.
  • Superb open-plan living kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, central island, Aga and dual-sided fireplace opening into the dining area.
  • Extensive and flexible accommodation, offering multiple reception rooms, home office space and versatile bedroom arrangements.
  • Luxurious principal suite with a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom and dedicated dressing room.
  • Detached garage complex with annex accommodation, including a self-contained one-bedroom annex and separate two-bedroom annex, ideal for multi-generational living, guests or income potential.
  • Highly sought-after semi-rural location on the edge of Lymm, within walking distance of local amenities whilst providing excellent access to the motorway network, Manchester, Warrington and beyond.

Additional details

Parking
Garage
Garden
Yes

Description

This stunning Grade II detached Victorian property, brimming with character features and designed by renowned Cheshire architect John Douglas, dating back to 1866, has been meticulously refurbished in recent years and thoughtfully extended to now provide light, spacious and extremely flexible living accommodation with contemporary styling throughout. Particular mention must be made of the open plan kitchen with central island, bespoke cabinetry, Aga and dual sided fireplace to the dining area with full height glazed windows, the master bedroom suite beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom and stairs to dressing room as well as the generous reception space spread across the ground floor and added leisure suite with changing room, gym area, sauna and galleried landing platform.


The property is located in a most popular semi-rural location on the edge of Lymm village enjoying elevated view over adjoining countryside, a short stroll to local amenities whilst being ideally positioned for all major network links to the Northwest and beyond.


The property is approached over a cobbled set entrance with brick elevations through wrought iron, electric gates with tarmacadam driveway leading around to the front timber gated entrance. The gardens are a lovely feature of the property, extending to over an acre with private elevated view over adjoining countryside incorporating a range of well stocked borders and mature trees, fully enclosed by established hedging, decorative brick walls and timber fencing. Stone flagged and cobbled courtyard area with stone flagged patio to the rear of the property provide ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect.


To the rear of the property is a part converted detached garage block with three double garage bays and separate annexes, currently generating £2600 p.c.m. collectively, providing ideal opportunity for mutigenerational living, housekeeper or potential income. There is a further paddock measuring circa 0.7 acre to the side of the property giving opportunity for outdoor activities/hobbies bring the total land size to two acres in total.


Directions
From Knutsford Town Centre proceed along Manchester Road (A50) passing Cottons Hotel Spa onto Warrington Road passing the entrance to The Mere Golf Resort & Spa. At the roundabout continue straight on and after reaching High Legh Garden Centre turn right onto West Lane to its end. At the crossroads continue straight over onto Burford Lane passing The Jolly Thresher public house and the gated entrance to the property will soon be seen on your right.
Reception Hall
Oak front door. Two ceiling light points. Picture windows to front. Feature marble fireplace housing gas living flame fire. Solid oak staircase to first floor. Marble tiled floor with under floor heating. Courtesy door to basement.
Basement Room
Spacious room housing hot water cylinder. Light and power.
Downstairs Bedroom
Ceiling light points. Two wall light points. Windows to front and side. Feature limestone fireplace housing gas living flame fire. Stand alone bath with gold fittings and hand attachment. White was hand basin with gold taps. Marble tiled floor with under floor heating. Courtesy door leading to staircase to first floor.
Family Room
Three ceiling light points. Downlights. Atrium rooflight. Skylight windows. French doors and bi-fold doors to courtyard garden. Two old school radiators. Wood floor with under floor heating. Courtesy door to garden.
Study
Ceiling light point. Loft hatch. Small paned windows to side. Old School radiator. Courtesy door to courtyard.
Cinema Room
Ceiling light point. Small paned windows to side and rear. Radiator.
Downstairs WC
White WC. Wash hand basin with chrome taps. Ceiling light point. Small paned window to side. Radiator.
Cloakroom/Utility
Space and plumbing for American style refrigerator. Wall mounted boiler. Ceiling light point. Wood floor.
Breakfast Kitchen
Fitted with a range of units comprising cupboards and drawers with stone work surfaces and matching wall units. Recessed Belfast sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Fitted Aga. Tiled splashback. Built-in dishwasher. Large island unit with cupboards and drawers under and breakfast bar seating area. Two ceiling light points. Small paned windows to side. Feature internal fireplace. Stone floor with under floor heating. Old School radiator. Open to:-
Dining Room
High vaulted ceiling and feature beams. Ceiling light point. Two old school radiators. Small paned windows to side. Full height glazed windows overlooking the gardens. Bi-fold doors to side patio. Stone floor with under floor heating.
Glazed Walkway to Leisure Suite
Full height glazing incorporating door opening to courtyard. Stone floor with inset lighting and under floor heating.
Leisure Suite
Swimming Pool
Sauna
Gym
Shower/Wet Room
Seating/Entertaining Area
High vaulted ceiling, feature beams, spiral staircase leading to galleried studio

Pump Room/Utility Room
Space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. Light and power. Opaque window to side. Courtesy door to courtyard.
Galleried Landing
Two ceiling light points. Small paned windows to rear. Old School radiator.
Bedroom
Ceiling beam. Two ceiling light points. Old School radiator. |Small paned windows to side and rear. Courtesy door to staircase leading to ground and second floor.
En-Suite Bathroom
Gold stand alone bath with mixer tap and hand attachment. White wash hand basin with chrome taps. WC. Heated towel radiator. Ceiling light point. Small paned window to front. Part marble tiled walls. Marble tiled floor with inset lighting. Ceiling light point.
Bedroom
Ceiling light point. Small paned windows to front. Contemporary style low level radiator.
En-Suite Shower Room
Walk-in shower unit with shower fitment and glazed screen. Wash hand basin. WC. Ceiling light point. Extractor fan. Small paned window to front. Marble tiled walls and floor. Contemporary style stone radiator.
Dressing Room
Fitted open wardrobes, shelving and drawers. Matching island unit with marble top. Ceiling light point. Small paned windows to rear.
Second Floor

Dressing Room
Ceiling beams. Ceiling light point. Small paned window to front. Old School radiator. Fitted cupboards, hanging space and shelving with inset lighting and marble tops.
Bedroom
Feature window to side. Three skylight windows. Two radiators. Feature beams. Under eaves storage.
En-Suite Shower Room
Oversized walk-in shower with shower fitment and glazed screen. Twin vanity wash hand basin with mixer taps and cupboards under. WC. Ceiling light point. Ceiling beam. Window to front. Marble tiled walls. Heated towel radiator. Tiled floor.
Walk-in Wardrobe
Fitted hanging space with marble tops. Window to front. old School radiator. Ceiling beam. Ceiling light point.
Externally
The property is approached over a cobbled set entrance with brick elevations through wrought iron, electric gates with tarmacadam driveway leading around to the front timber gated entrance. The gardens are a lovely feature of the property, extending to over an acre with private elevated view over adjoining countryside incorporating a range of well stocked borders and mature trees, fully enclosed by established hedging, decorative brick walls and timber fencing. Stone flagged and cobbled courtyard area with stone flagged patio to the rear of the property provide ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect. To the rear of the property is a part converted detached garage block with three double garage bays and separate annexes providing ideal opportunity for mutigenerational living, housekeeper or potential income. There is a further paddock measuring circa 0.7 acres to the side of the property giving opportunity for outdoor activities/hobbies bring the total land size to two acres in total.
Detached Garage Block
Garaging for six cars.
Self-Contained One Bedroom Annex

Self-Contained Two Bedroom Annex

Self-Contained Three Bedroom Annex

En-Suite To Annex

En-Suite To Annex

Listed by

Knutsford

Irlams (Estate Agents) Ltd

Reference: 89247429

EPC ratings on this postcode

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Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
66, Burford Lane, LYMM 71 87 298 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
66, Burford Lane, LYMM 68 82 237 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Detached
72 Burford Lane, LYMM 84 84 395 m² England and Wales: 1996-2002 Detached
72, Burford Lane, LYMM 73 77 315 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Detached
80 Burford Lane, LYMM 57 74 156 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
90 Burford Lane, LYMM 60 82 119 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Detached
94, Burford Lane, LYMM 61 76 180 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Detached
94, Burford Lane, LYMM 58 79 186 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

Floorplan

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £2,950,000

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
32 LADY ACRE CLOSE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0SR £340,000 19/12/2025 Detached
61 SCHOLARS GREEN LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0PS £650,000 02/12/2025 Detached
3 HAZEL DRIVE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0LE £637,000 21/11/2025 Detached
108 HIGHER LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0BY £533,333 06/11/2025 Detached
5 WAYSIDE CLOSE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0NG £750,000 09/07/2025 Detached
WINCHERIES THE AVENUE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0SU £1,300,000 19/06/2025 Detached
17 PARKWOOD CLOSE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0NQ £250,000 04/10/2024 Detached
CORNERHOUSE BARN KAY LANE, LYMM, CHESHIRE EAST, WA13 0TN £1,550,000 08/12/2023 Detached
5 DINGLEBANK CLOSE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0QR £715,000 02/11/2023 Detached
1 OLD SMITHY LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0NW £543,500 31/10/2023 Detached
38 HARDY ROAD, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0NY £975,000 20/10/2023 Detached
THE HOLLOW KAY LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0TN £540,000 18/10/2023 Detached
ORCHARD HOUSE, 21 HIGHER LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0AR £1,077,000 05/10/2023 Detached
37 WELLCROFT GARDENS, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0LU £725,000 18/08/2023 Detached
38 WELLCROFT GARDENS, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0LU £875,000 18/08/2023 Detached
135 HIGHER LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0BU £875,000 28/04/2023 Detached
2 GREENWOOD ROAD, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0LA £725,000 20/04/2023 Detached
CHRISTMAS HOUSE THE AVENUE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0SU £2,700,000 14/04/2023 Detached
CHRISTMAS BARN KAY LANE, LYMM, CHESHIRE EAST, WA13 0TN £1,500,000 14/04/2023 Detached
7 RECTORY LANE, LYMM, WARRINGTON, WA13 0AJ £850,000 30/03/2023 Detached

Area average: £905,542 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 24.8%
10y growth 150%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Warrington. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 2.6%
5y (index) 24.2%
10y (index) 59%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Warrington. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £794/mo
Realistic £882/mo
Optimistic £970/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Warrington.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for North Cheshire: Apr 2025 – Mar 2026

Location

Address

Burford Lane

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop Broomedge Nurseries 0.2 miles
Shop Willowpool Nurseries and Reclamation Centre 0.3 miles
Bus stop Broomedge, Burford Lane / Jolly Thresher 0.4 miles
Bus stop Broomedge, Higher Lane / The Wheatsheaf 0.5 miles
Train station Glazebrook 3.7 miles
Hospital Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre 3.9 miles
Hospital Altrincham Hospital 3.9 miles
Train station Hale 4.1 miles
University University of Chester - Warrington Campus 5.0 miles
University Fallowfield Reception and Richmond Amenities Building 10.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 5
Public order 4
Anti-social behaviour 2
Other crime 1
Shoplifting 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 14

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
Lymm High School Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 9 Jun 2024
Oughtrington Primary School Primary 0.8 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Ravenbank Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 9 May 2023
Little Bollington CofE Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Requires improvement — 10 Sep 2024
High Legh Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Good — 5 May 2017

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
2 Bed Penthouse, Springbank Gardens, WA13 £995/mo 2 1.16 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £995/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.03%
Max investor price (0.8%) £124,375
Target investor price (1%) £99,500
Gross yield 0.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 247.1×
Monthly cashflow £-10,747/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -15.1%
  • 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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