Simfield House
POOLS LANE, SANDBACH, SMALLWOOD, CHESHIRE CW11 2XD
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
181 m²
Council tax band
G
Last sold
£750,000 May 2006
Local average
£413,691 (+250.5%)
Street crime
4 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Stunning equestrian country residence
- Highly desirable Cheshire hamlet of Smallwood
- Set in stunning grounds of approx 5.5acres
- Detached farmhouse with four bedrooms and three bathrooms
- Quality paddocks with professional arena
- Impressive brick stable block with tack room and feed store
- Large barn with storeroom and horse box/tractor access
- Gated driveway into formal driveway and gardens
- Separated gated access into large hard standing yard accessing barn with ample turning circle
- A truly impressive home to suit the most discerning country and equestrian families
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Private supply
- Heating
- Oil
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Yes
- Restrictions
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Approached via formal gates and an impressive sweeping golden gravel driveway, the property immediately conveys a sense of privacy, stature, and understated elegance. The handsome detached farmhouse has been thoughtfully styled throughout, blending timeless character features with tasteful contemporary finishes to create a warm and inviting family home.
The beautifully proportioned accommodation extends to three generous double bedrooms, one single bedroom and three well-appointed bathrooms, perfectly suited to both family life and entertaining alike. Light-filled reception spaces flow effortlessly from room to room, offering an ideal balance of comfort, versatility, and charm, whilst enjoying delightful views across the surrounding grounds.
Extending in total to approximately 5.5 acres, the grounds are a particular feature of the property and perfectly complement its equestrian credentials. Lush grazing paddocks bordered by mature hedging and post-and-rail fencing provide excellent turnout, whilst the beautifully maintained formal gardens create an idyllic setting around the home itself. The substantial golden gravel driveway enhances the sense of arrival and practicality alike, leading to an impressive stable block, useful detached garage stores, and extensive ancillary space suited to a variety of equestrian and countryside pursuits.
A true highlight of the property is its superb equestrian provision, carefully designed to appeal to discerning horse owners and countryside enthusiasts alike. The grounds include well-maintained paddocks, a professional arena, an impressive brick stable block complete with tack room and feed store, together with a substantial barn incorporating additional storage and useful horsebox or tractor access.
Externally, the lifestyle offering continues with beautifully maintained gardens and a separate gated entrance leading to a substantial hardstanding yard with ample turning space — ideal for trailers, horseboxes, and ancillary vehicles.
Despite its idyllic rural setting, Simfield House remains exceptionally convenient for commuting, with excellent access to the A34, A50, and M6, whilst the sought-after market towns of Congleton and Sandbach are just a short drive away, offering an excellent selection of independent schools, boutique shopping, restaurants, and traditional Cheshire pubs.
Rarely does a home so effortlessly combine elegant family living with first-class equestrian facilities in such a desirable Cheshire location. Simfield House represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a truly special country home offering lifestyle, privacy, and prestige in equal measure.
EPC Rating: ELiving Dining Kitchen (5.68m x 6.84m)
Living Room (4.86m x 5.96m)
Excludes bay
Sitting Room (4.24m x 3.67m)
Utility Room (2.33m x 3.55m)
First Floor Landing (1.75m x 6.85m)
Master Bedroom (4.16m x 3.8m)
En Suite (2.1m x 4.16m)
Bedroom 2 (4.39m x 3.73m)
En Suite (1.47m x 2.48m)
Bedroom 3 (3.76m x 3.66m)
Bedroom 4 (2.16m x 3.76m)
Bathroom (2.17m x 2.46m)
Ground Floor WC
Ground Floor WC
Parking - Driveway
Parking - Garage
Listed by
Congleton
Chris Hamriding Lettings & Estates
Reference: 88527324
EPC ratings on this postcode
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| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simfield House, Pools Lane, Smallwood, SANDBACH | 53 | 89 | 181 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
26% since 2004
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £1,450,000 | +93.3% |
| Sold | 31/05/2006 (20 years ago) | £750,000 | +26.1% |
| Sold | 12/07/2004 (21 years ago) | £595,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SYMM COTTAGE POOLS LANE, SMALLWOOD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 2XD | £585,000 | 26/10/2022 | Detached |
| SIMS GREEN HOUSE POOLS LANE, SMALLWOOD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 2XD | £762,500 | 14/10/2022 | Detached |
Area average: £673,750 (2 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): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Pools Lane
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Smallwood, Congleton Road / Bank House Lane | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Astbury Meadow Garden Centre | 1.7 miles |
| Shop | Nisa Local | 2.0 miles |
| Hospital | Congleton War Memorial Hospital | 3.4 miles |
| Train station | Alsager | 3.7 miles |
| Train station | Congleton | 3.8 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 6.8 miles |
| Hospital | Haywood Hospital | 7.1 miles |
| University | Keele University | 9.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total incidents | 4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smallwood CofE Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 4 Apr 2019 |
| Congleton High School | Secondary | 2.0 miles | Good — 15 Jan 2015 |
| The Quinta Primary School | Primary | 2.1 miles | Good — 12 Sep 2023 |
| Rode Heath Primary School | Primary | 2.2 miles | Outstanding — 1 May 2024 |
| Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.2 miles | Good — 3 May 2023 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulford Road, Arclid, Sandbach | £1,600/mo | 4 | 1.84 miles | Rightmove |
Average rent: £1,600/mo (1 listing)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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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