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GRANGE COTTAGE

GRAVENHUNGER LANE, CREWE, WOORE, SHROPSHIRE CW3 9RF

4 beds 2 baths 2,153 sq ft Listed 15 Jul 2025 (-333d)

£875,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

200 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£258,000 Nov 2012

Price per m²

£4,375/m²

Local average

£435,107 (+101.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (22,351 of 33,755)

Street crime

3 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Set in a stunning gated plot of approx 0.38 acres with lush gardens, sweeping driveway with turning circle and a detached double garage with workshop area
  • Enjoying a delightful rural setting with utterly breathtaking views over open countryside, whilst within close proximity to the sought-after village of Woore and facilities
  • Luxuriously appointed accommodation, expertly blending high specification and contemporary fittings with character features
  • Magnificent open-plan living family dining kitchen with fully opening bi-fold doors opening out to the gardens, an AGA cooker and oak staircase rising to the first floor
  • Four excellent sized double bedrooms and two bathrooms with a four piece suite en-suite and dressing room off the master bedroom, perfect for modern families
  • Vast and highly versatile accommodation with extraordinary room proportions and open-plan living to the ground floor

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
FTTP (fibre to the premises)
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Private supply
Heating
Oil
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

A house is made of bricks and beams, a home is made of hopes and dreams! Let us make all your dreams come true with Grange Cottage, a truly stunning extended four bedroom detached cottage that epitomises luxury country living at its finest, occupying a gated plot of approx. 0.38 acres. Nestled on a quiet country lane on the outskirts of the sought after village of Woore, this fabulous property enjoys a tranquil and a delightful rural setting, yet located within easy access to facilities.
Having been added to over the years, Grange Cottage retains and incorporates all the character and charm that you could ask for including exposed beams and trusses, oak flooring and doors, lime stone flooring, double glazed windows throughout, original fireplaces with log burning stoves and bookcase features, whilst immaculately presented and tastefully finished with stylish interior and modern fittings in each room.
The accommodation is spacious with exceptional room proportions, comprising, a cottage styled front porch giving you a warm and welcoming entrance for what lies beyond. At the heart of this remarkable home is an impressive open-plan living family dining kitchen that is ideal for entertaining with fully opening bi-fold doors leading out to the rear patio perfectly connecting the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The room is completed with a formal dining area with a lovely dual aspect, a well-appointed kitchen and an attractive oak and glass staircase rising to the first floor landing.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, pull out larder cupboard, worktops, double Belfast sink unit, electric AGA cooker with multiple ovens, gas hob and two extractor fans above, kitchen island with extended breakfast bar and further pull-out drawers and cupboards. Integrated appliances include a fridge, freezer, microwave and dishwasher that are hidden away within the units giving the whole room a sleek finish.

Reception rooms include a generous sized sitting room and lounge where both rooms boast striking fireplace features with log burning stoves and lovely aspects to the front and rear elevations, offering great living space for the whole family to enjoy without stepping on each other's toes. The ground floor is finished with a cloakroom, guest WC and a separate utility/boot room which houses the Worcester Bosch oiled fired central heating system and fitted with additional storage cupboards and units, work surfaces and a single sink unit inset.

Ascending to the first floor, there is a light and airy landing leading to four superbly proportioned double bedrooms which all afford mesmerising views over the surrounding gardens and countryside. The master bedroom benefits with the luxury of a dressing room and an en-suite bathroom equipped with a four piece suite including a stand alone bath tub with mixer tap and shower head, double shower cubicle with rainfall shower, wash hand basin with vanity unit below and a WC. There is a further shower room which serves the remaining bedrooms and incorporates a double shower cubicle with rainfall shower, wash hand basin and a WC. Storage is well-catered for with built-in wardrobes in the fourth bedroom and additional fitted wardrobes in the dressing room off the master bedroom.
Externally, the grounds are fully enclosed ensuring privacy and seclusion with large laurel hedging, brick walled and fenced boundaries with mature borders. Grange Cottage is approached via a gravelled driveway with a turning circle which sweeps around the property to a large detached double garage with extended workshop area. The garage is fitted with two up and over electric doors, power, lighting, full insulation, separate pedestrian access and offers ample storage above.
The gardens have been beautifully landscaped, offering a mix of lush lawns, box hedging, and fully stocked borders bursting with an array of plants, shrubs and trees. To the rear, there are two paved sun terraces, perfect for al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining, whilst soaking up the sun and enjoying the breathtaking rural views. Outside is topped off with a summer house and outdoor studio, equipped with power, lighting and double glazed windows.

*Look no further home hunter and contact us today to arrange a viewing of this exquisite home and experience the epitome of premium living at Grange Cottage*

Location
The property is situated in the heart of the village of Woore which is a quaint village located in the north-east of Shropshire and sits on the boundary with the counties of Cheshire and Staffordshire. The village offers a good range of facilities including:- general store (open 7 days a week) with post office that provides banking facilities; 'good' OFSTED rated primary school; Artisan bakery; two public houses; village hall with activities including flower, bridge, and film clubs; Anglican and Methodist churches; tennis, cricket, and lawn bowling clubs; and garden centre. For a more comprehensive range of facilities the market towns of Nantwich, Market Drayton, and Newcastle-Under-Lyme are all within 9 miles distance of Woore. The village is also conveniently situated for those requiring good transportation links. Crewe and Stoke railway stations are within 10 and 12 miles respectively, between them providing direct links to major cities including London, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Junctions 15 and 16 of the M6 are within 10 and 12 miles respectively allowing convenient road access to the north and south, whilst airports within a reasonable travel time include Manchester (40 miles approx), Liverpool (45 miles approx), East Midlands (55 miles approx), and Birmingham (60 miles approx).


EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Nantwich

James Du Pavey Ltd

Reference: 164547050

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 28/11/2016

Expiry date: 27/11/2026

Current heating cost: £1,031/year

Potential heating cost: £944/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,960

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£60)
  • Heating controls (room thermostat) (£350 - £450)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Site Plan

Site Plan

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

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Price history

133% since 2012

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £875,000 +45.8%
Sold 03/02/2017 (9 years ago) £600,000 +132.6%
Sold 05/11/2012 (13 years ago) £258,000

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
26 ST LEONARDS WAY, WOORE, CREWE, SHROPSHIRE, CW3 9ST £423,000 09/01/2026 Detached
30 ST LEONARDS WAY, WOORE, CREWE, SHROPSHIRE, CW3 9ST £555,000 07/01/2026 Detached
4 BLUE BELL CLOSE, WRINEHILL, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9DS £438,000 16/12/2025 Detached
4 SALISBURY CLOSE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9JG £229,000 10/12/2025 Detached
3 MOAT LANE, WOORE, CREWE, SHROPSHIRE, CW3 9TG £348,000 05/12/2025 Detached
HILLWOOD HOUSE CREWE ROAD, MADELEY HEATH, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9LD £202,362 07/10/2025 Detached
POOLSIDE COTTAGE POOLSIDE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9DX £312,500 26/08/2025 Detached
THE KNOLL NEWCASTLE ROAD, MADELEY HEATH, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9JU £250,000 26/08/2025 Detached
CHERRYFIELDS 2 NEWCASTLE ROAD, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9JP £260,000 04/07/2025 Detached
OAKMORE COLLEGE CLOSE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9HQ £368,000 21/03/2025 Detached
5 PLATINUM PLACE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9HT £409,995 14/03/2025 Detached
WAYSIDE MAIN ROAD, BETLEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9AD £920,000 11/12/2024 Detached
JACARANDA MANOR ROAD, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9PT £600,000 20/09/2024 Detached
19 BETLEY HALL GARDENS, BETLEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9BB £700,000 04/12/2023 Detached
KINGSCROFT DEN LANE, WRINEHILL, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9BT £326,000 02/11/2023 Detached
1 HERON CLOSE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9TD £235,000 02/11/2023 Detached
10 BEECH AVENUE, WOORE, CREWE, SHROPSHIRE, CW3 9TF £312,000 12/10/2023 Detached
17 CYGNET CLOSE, MADELEY HEATH, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9TA £375,000 11/10/2023 Detached
31 PLATINUM PLACE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9HT £419,995 03/08/2023 Detached
33 PLATINUM PLACE, MADELEY, CREWE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, CW3 9HT £404,995 31/07/2023 Detached

Area average: £404,442 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 15%
10y growth 18.7%

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

1y (index) 0.4%
5y (index) 19.3%
10y (index) 42.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £727/mo
Realistic £808/mo
Optimistic £889/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Shropshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Gravenhunger Lane

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Woore Country Stores 0.5 miles
Bus stop Smithy Lane 1.1 miles
Shop Bridgemere Garden World 1.3 miles
University Keele University 5.4 miles
Train station Silverdale 6.7 miles
Train station Apedale Road 6.8 miles
Hospital North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital 7.1 miles
Hospital Royal Stoke University Hospital 7.7 miles
University University of Buckingham Crewe Campus 8.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Criminal damage and arson 1
Other crime 1
Public order 1
Total incidents 3

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
Woore Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 10 Dec 2023
Sir John Offley CofE (VC) Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Good — 16 Mar 2023
Bridgemere CofE Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Good — 23 Jul 2018
Madeley High School Secondary 2.9 miles Good — 7 Feb 2013
St Mary's CofE (A) Primary School Primary 3.0 miles Good — 10 Jun 2015

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.09%
Max investor price (0.8%) £101,000
Target investor price (1%) £80,800
  • 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).