OLD TIMBERS COTTAGE
ROBINS LANE, STOCKPORT, BRAMHALL, GREATER MANCHESTER SK7 2PE
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
206 m²
Council tax band
G
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£183,000 Apr 1998
Price per m²
£3,398/m²
Local average
£797,579 (-12.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (33,649 of 33,755)
Street crime
0 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Grade II listed 16th-century home with original period features
- Just a 4-minute walk to Bramhall village and train station
- Over 2,000 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, and 2 bathrooms
- Beautiful wraparound gardens with mature trees and seating areas
- Flexible layout with two staircases and converted garage room
- Recently redecorated with new carpets, fencing, and gates
- Double-width driveway with off-road parking and garage
- Chain-free sale with part exchange option available
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Private garden
- Listed property
- Yes
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Situated on the ever-popular Robins Lane, this remarkable Grade II listed home dates back to the 16th century and offers over 2,000 sq ft of beautifully maintained and versatile accommodation. Offered to the market chain-free, with the added option of part exchange, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history.
Despite its enviable proximity to the village, the cottage is discreetly tucked away, enjoying peaceful and private surroundings. The property stands proudly on a substantial plot, with mature wraparound gardens that provide a wonderful sense of seclusion. Lovingly improved and maintained by the current owners, recent enhancements include new carpets in most rooms, partial internal and full external redecoration, and the installation of brand-new fencing and gates to enhance security and privacy. The result is a unique home that seamlessly blends its rich heritage with the functionality and comfort expected of modern family living.
The spacious entrance porch provides access either to the main house or to a flexible annex-style space—ideal as an additional sitting room, home office, family snug, or even a ground floor bedroom. This area also offers access to the generous integral garage, making it especially versatile.
Entering the main house, you are greeted by a grand hallway that sets the tone for what lies beyond, where original period features have been lovingly preserved and thoughtfully showcased. Exposed beams, brick fireplaces, and sections of the original wattle and daub walls—now elegantly displayed behind glass panels—serve as a constant reminder of the home’s remarkable past.
The principal living room is an inviting space, featuring a period inglenook, revealing a striking fireplace and leading through to a second sitting room, flooded with natural light from its dual-aspect windows. Warmth and character resonate throughout the ground floor. The accommodation includes two kitchens—the larger of which provides ample workspace and cabinetry, and is complemented by a spacious utility room with access to the rear garden. A formal dining room, with its own fireplace and dual-aspect windows, creates a wonderful space for family meals and entertaining.
Upstairs, the character continues across four well-proportioned double bedrooms, most with built-in storage and original beams. A further room offers ideal use as a dressing room or home office. The layout, accessed via two separate staircases, offers a sense of division that works particularly well for families with older children or guests. A spacious landing with vaulted ceilings adds to the sense of light and space. The family bathroom is fitted with a four-piece suite and enjoys dual-aspect windows, while an additional shower room provides further convenience.
Externally, the wraparound gardens are truly a highlight—beautifully landscaped with lawns, mature trees, flowerbeds, and rockeries. Multiple seating areas have been thoughtfully positioned to capture sunlight or shade throughout the day, creating a serene outdoor retreat. A double-width driveway provides ample off-road parking, with the added benefit of a generous garage.
Old Timbers Cottage is much more than a home — it is a rare chance to acquire a piece of Bramhall’s history. Perfectly located within walking distance of the village centre, with its array of shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, and the picturesque Bramhall Park, this exceptional property offers a rich blend of period charm, modern convenience, and lifestyle appeal. Ideally suited to a growing or extended family, it offers a highly adaptable layout to suit a range of needs.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
EPC Rating: D
Listed by
North West
One Stop Property Solutions
Reference: 162635888
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 17/05/2023
Current heating cost: £3,566/year
Potential heating cost: £1,847/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £25,875
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
- Room-in-roof insulation (£1,500 - £2,700)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Draughtproof single-glazed windows (£80 - £120)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£50)
- Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazing (£3,300 - £6,500)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £700,000 | +282.5% |
| Sold | 30/04/1998 (28 years ago) | £183,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 FORBES PARK, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2RE | £825,000 | 22/08/2025 | Detached |
| 10 HUXLEY DRIVE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2PH | £895,000 | 18/03/2025 | Detached |
| 5 LADYTHORN ROAD, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2EP | £925,000 | 02/11/2023 | Detached |
| 5 HARDY DRIVE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2BW | £623,500 | 03/10/2023 | Detached |
| 4 ROBINS CLOSE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2PF | £500,000 | 05/12/2022 | Detached |
| 16 LADYTHORN ROAD, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2ER | £775,000 | 26/10/2022 | Detached |
| 8 HUXLEY DRIVE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2PH | £950,100 | 10/08/2022 | Detached |
| 1A HILLBROOK ROAD, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2BT | £860,000 | 13/05/2022 | Detached |
| 12 HUXLEY DRIVE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2PH | £772,400 | 14/01/2022 | Detached |
| 18 ROBINS CLOSE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2PF | £525,000 | 19/10/2021 | Detached |
| 146 BRAMHALL LANE SOUTH, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2ED | £425,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 64 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK7 2PG | £1,100,000 | 07/09/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £764,667 (12 sales)
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): Stockport. Series: Detached. As of February 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Stockport. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stockport.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Richmond & Hambleton: £828/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Barley Drive
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Pownall Green, Bramhall Lane South / near Robins Lane | 0.2 miles |
| Bus stop | Pownall Green, Bramhall Lane South / opposite Robins Lane | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Bramhall | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Trek Bicycle Bramhall | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Martin's | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Cheadle Hulme | 1.3 miles |
| Hospital | Newlands Care Home | 4.2 miles |
| Hospital | Withington Clinic | 5.4 miles |
| University | Fallowfield Reception and Richmond Amenities Building | 6.0 miles |
| University | Manchester School of Art | 7.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Total incidents | 0 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pownall Green Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 15 Nov 2023 |
| Ladybrook Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Outstanding — 17 Sep 2024 |
| Bramhall High School | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Good — 3 Oct 2023 |
| Hursthead Junior School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 11 Jan 2018 |
| Hursthead Infant School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).