# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (CW8 3HN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 42 FOREST STREET, NORTHWICH, WEAVERHAM, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW8 3HN | | Price | £475,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Last sold | £475,000 Nov 2015 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** D - **Expiry date:** 04/02/2025 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £1,408/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,900 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - O (£3,300 - £6,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8155-7722-3850-0155-3906) ## Description **** **** Occasionally a property comes to the market which offers something completely different to the norm and there is no better an example of such a property than this outstanding 17th Century detached thatched Grade II listed cottage which has been lovingly extended and restored by the present owners. It is in the author's opinion one of the most appealing period property to come to the market in 2015 and it offers an array and abundance of features that are not readily apparent from the drive-by including a detached double garage, timber built office, outdoor swimming pool and magnificent established, private and mature gardens. The house itself offers unique and hugely versatile accommodation that can easily be adapted to suit individual requirements. Upon internal inspection though the need for any further works, which will become readily apparent, that there is really no need for further works due to the quality and scope of the accommodation already on offer. The layout is unique and offers surprisingly large accommodation. Purchasers will also be impressed by the array of original features that have been retained and indeed highlighted by the present owners and these include high vaulted ceiling, exposed ceiling beams and other characteristics that one would expect in a house of this age. There is also a pleasing fusion of the traditional with cutting edge contemporary quality with the end result being a stunning array of the two concepts so as to provide a first class home which would suit professional couples, families of varying stages and/or those looking to downsize. The living accommodation at ground floor level comprises a delightful living room with feature fireplace which in turn has a door that leads to the dining room. The dining room is conveniently positioned adjacent to the kitchen which is fitted to an exceptional standard with a superb range of contemporary wall and floor cupboards, high quality appliances and having solid black granite preparation surfaces throughout. From the kitchen access can be gained to a hallway that leads to a superb family bathroom and a separate sitting room which could alternatively be used as a bedroom if required. The principal bedroom is situated at the far end of the house and has the benefit of a walk in dressing room and a stylish en-suite facility. There are two bedrooms that are located on the first floor level of the house, both accessed from their own staircase thereby being superb guest and/or teenage children's rooms. Not only is the house hugely impressive on the inside but it also has an exceptional array of features externally. As already mentioned the plot extends to approximately two thirds of an acre and having entered the property across the gravelled driveway it widens to form a large parking and turning area with space for up to four vehicles. To the rear the garden opens out into a wonderful open space that is completely private and is principally laid to lawn. Within the external space there is a fabulous outdoor swimming pool, detached timber built office with heating and lighting, large areas of lawn, beautifully stocked beds and borders, mature hedge boundaries and the detached double thatched garage. Such as the quality of the work at this property that one could not ever tell that it has actually been extended. It really has been a painstaking labour of love carried out by clients with a love of period properties and contemporary quality. A viewing is thoroughly recommended to understand the quality of the property and with the house being sold with the benefit of a no ongoing chain and being priced at a very competitive level an early viewing is recommended.   **LOCATION** **** Weaverham village itself offers an excellent range of day to day facilities including primary and secondary schooling, a chemist, an excellent range of shops including Coop and Tesco, a Post Office, Bakery, Hardware shop and Doctor's surgery. The adjoining village of Crowton also has a highly regarded public house and picturesque church whilst the area as a whole provides a superb base from which to reach an outstanding array of areas and as a whole provides a superb base from which to reach an outstanding range of educational establishments in both the private and state sector that cater for children from infant school age through to sixth form level. Weaverham is also an ideal base for the business traveller with many commercial centres including Chester, Manchester, Liverpool and Warrington being within comfortable daily travelling distance. Within a short drive there is also good access onto the A49, A51, M6 and M56 whilst Manchester and Liverpool international Airports can be found within 40 minutes drive. For those seeking to enjoy the surrounding countryside, there is a vast array of delightful rural walks close at hand. Day to day shops and facilities are also found in nearby village of Hartford.   **ENTRANCE** **HALL** **** Front access directly into a reception area.  **RECEPTION** **AREA** **4' 2" x 3' 3" (1.27m x 0.99m)** Front aspect door. Exposed ceiling timbers. Opening to living room.   **LIVING** **ROOM** **15' 4" x 14' 10" (4.67m x 4.52m)** Front aspect timber framed leaded window. Rear aspect timber framed leaded window. Exposed ceiling timbers. Two double panel radiators. Stairs rising to bedroom two. Fireplace with slate hearth and Tiger gas stove set in brick fireplace with beamed timber mantle over. Four wall mounted light fittings.   **DINING** **ROOM** **14' 11" x 8' 0" (4.55m x 2.44m)** Side aspect timber framed leaded windows. Exposed ceiling timbers. Double panel radiator. Stairs rising to bedroom three. Leaded glass panelled door to entrance area. Underneath stairs storage and fitted cupboard. Leaded glass panelled door to the kitchen.  **KITCHEN** **14' 10" x 8' 7" (4.52m x 2.62m)** Rear aspect leaded glass panelled stable door. Front aspect timber framed leaded window. Fitted with a range of wall and floor mounted kitchen units with a granite preparation surface. One and half bowl stainless sink with drainer unit and mixer tap. Integrated AEG double electric oven and AEG five ring gas hob with multispeed stainless steel extractor hood above. Integrated fridge freezer. Tiled splashbacks. Integrated dishwasher. Double panel radiator. Breakfast bar. Rear aspect timber framed leaded window. Two ceiling mounted light fittings. Integrated Whirlpool microwave. Tiled floor. Timber door to the inner hall.  **INNER** **HALL** **8' 0" x 4' 3" (2.44m x 1.3m)** Side aspect timber framed leaded window. Exposed ceiling timbers. Ceiling mounted light fitting. Door to family bathroom. Storage cupboard with sliding door. Framed opening to side hall.  **FAMILY** **BATHROOM** **8' 3" x 8' 0" (2.51m x 2.44m)** Side aspect timber framed obscured glass leaded window. White suite comprising low level WC with concealed cistern and push button flush. Vanitory unit with wash hand basin and mixer tap. Free standing bath with contemporary tap. Fully tiled shower enclosure. Tiled floor. Ladder style contemporary towel rail/radiator. Extractor fan. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Underfloor heating.  **SIDE** **HALL** **11' 6" x 3' 1" (3.51m x 0.94m)** Extending to the rear door.  **HALLWAY** **11' 5" x 3' 3" (3.48m x 0.99m)** Rear aspect glass panelled door. Double panel radiator. Quarry tiled flooring. Ceiling mounted light fittings.  **SITTING** **ROOM** **11' 0" x 10' 11" (3.35m x 3.33m)** Rear aspect timber framed leaded double doors opening onto patio to the rear. Two wall mounted light fittings. Exposed ceiling timbers.  **MASTER** **BEDROOM** **14' 8" x 12' 7" (4.47m x 3.84m)** (Ground floor). Front aspect timber framed leaded windows. Double panel radiator. Rear aspect timber frame leaded windows. Exposed ceiling timbers. Four wall mounted light fittings. Door to dressing area.  **DRESSING** **ROOM** **7' 3" x 3' 9" (2.21m x 1.14m)** Large amounts of storage. Recessed spotlights. Door to en-suite.  **EN-SUITE** **8' 2" x 5' 3" (2.49m x 1.6m)** Side aspect timber framed double glazed obscured glass leaded window. Tiled flooring. Ladder style radiator. Fully tiled shower enclosure. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan. Low level WC with push button flush. Vanitory unit with wash hand basin with mixer tap and tiled splashback. Fitted shelving. Underfloor heating.  **FIRST** **FLOOR** ****   **LANDING** ****   **BEDROOM** **TWO** **13' 1" x 11' 4" (3.99m x 3.45m)** Side aspect double glazed timber framed leaded window. Exposed timbers to walls and ceiling. Ceiling mounted light fitting. Double panel radiator.  **BEDROOM** **THREE** **11' 10" x 10' 11" (3.61m x 3.33m)** Side aspect timber framed double glazed leaded window. Ceiling mounted light fitting. Central chimney breast. Exposed wall and ceiling timbers.   **EXTERNAL** **** The property is accessed via a gravelled driveway providing parking for up to four vehicles as well as access to the side and rear of the house and the garage. To the front of the property is a beautifully maintained landscaped area with two substantial trees providing a wonderful outlook to the front with access to the front door. To the rear of the property there is wonderful, private and secluded garden with mature trees and hedges defining the boundaries and a large area of lawn as its main feature. Skirting the very rear of the property is a cobbled patio with beautifully maintained beds with access to the rear of the property. A elevated area of patio includes an outdoor swimming pool which has access to a more utilitarian area of the garden that provides for storage and outdoor equipment, etc. To the very rear of the property is a further raised gravel area, ideal for outdoor entertaining. The complete levels of seclusion and privacy are not to be underestimated. To the alternate side of the property is a further area of garden with distinct areas of patio, raised pond with water feature and an elevated area with a pergola, this versatile outdoor space is an extension of the living accommodation from the house. The high levels of seclusion are enjoyed again in this part of the property.  **DOUBLE** **GARAGE** **** Detached double thatch garage with power and light connection  **SWIMMING** **POOL** **** Outdoor swimming pool  **TIMBER** **BUILT** **OFFICE** **** Detached timber built office with heating & lighting  **SERVICES** **** We understand that mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected Gas central heating.  **VIEWING** **** Viewing by appointment with the Agents Tarporley office  **TENURE** **** We believe the property is freehold tenure  **SERVICES** **** We understand that mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected  **VIEWING** **** Viewing by appointment with the Agents Tarporley office  **TENURE** **** We believe the property is freehold tenure  **ROUTE** **** From our office in the centre of Tarporley take a right turn in the direction of Chester and upon reaching a roundabout take the third exit onto the A49 Warrington. Proceed straight up the A49 passing various landmarks including the Tarporley Garden Centre on the left hand side, Pesto restaurant on the right hand side and a crossroads with a Shell petrol station in front. At these crossroads proceed straight onto Forest Road (continuation of A49). At the crossroads with the White Barn pub on the right continue straight on until reaching a roundabout at which point take the second exit towards Weaverham. Take the first right onto Forest Street and proceed along. The subject property will be found in amongst a beautiful row of individual period properties on the left hand side. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 42 FOREST STREET, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HN | £475,000 | 06/11/2015 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | MELETO LODGE, 24A WEST ROAD, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HL | £537,500 | 14/01/2026 | Detached | | 156 LIME AVENUE, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3EP | £220,000 | 21/11/2023 | Detached | | 23 LONGMEADOW, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3JH | £410,000 | 10/11/2023 | Detached | | 31 FIELDWAY, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HW | £410,000 | 22/06/2023 | Detached | | 27 LONGMEADOW, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3JH | £450,000 | 09/06/2023 | Detached | | 1 LONGMEADOW, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3JH | £430,000 | 30/05/2023 | Detached | | 41 FIELDWAY, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HW | £412,000 | 29/11/2021 | Detached | | 4 BANKSIDE, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HS | £325,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached | | 36B WEST ROAD, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HL | £600,000 | 08/09/2021 | Detached | | 36 WEST ROAD, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3HL | £775,000 | 09/08/2021 | Detached | | 17 LONGACRE, WEAVERHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 3PT | £260,000 | 06/08/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £439,045 (11 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £553,324 (94 Detached, CW8, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -14.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £877/mo - **Realistic:** £974/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,071/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.21% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £97,400 *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.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,253/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 4.9% - **10y growth:** 59.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.2% - **5y growth (index):** 20.7% - **10y growth (index):** 49.2% ## 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)