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OLD TIMBERS COTTAGE

ROBINS LANE, STOCKPORT, BRAMHALL, GREATER MANCHESTER SK7 2PE

4 beds 3 baths 2,217 sq ft Listed 30 May 2025 (-358d)

£700,000

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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

Welcome to Old Timbers Cottage, a Cherished Family Home just a Short Stroll from Bramhall Village and Train station. With Generous, Well-Proportioned Living Spaces, this Charming Property is Full of Character. Offered Chain-Free with the Option of Part Exchange.
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

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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)

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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First Floor

First Floor

EPC Graphs

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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).

5y growth 64%
10y growth 131.9%

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

1y (index) 4.5%
5y (index) 23.6%
10y (index) 64.4%

Rental Range

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

Low £986/mo
Realistic £1,095/mo
Optimistic £1,205/mo

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 0.16%
Max investor price (0.8%) £136,875
Target investor price (1%) £109,500
  • 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).