Haughton

A charming country home in a superb semi-rural setting, offering far-reaching views, formal gardens, garaging, and a paddock, all set within approximately 4.36 acres.


Ground floor
A canopy porchway opens into the welcoming reception area of this delightful home. The principal reception room, part of a tasteful two-storey extension, features oak flooring, an open fireplace with cast-iron grate and wooden surround, and space for a formal dining area.

To the rear, a garden room with glazed elevations offers wonderful views over the beautifully landscaped gardens, while a characterful sitting room boasts an exposed beamed ceiling and fitted cupboards.

The kitchen, enjoying rural views, with the focal point being the traditional oil-fired AGA and is fitted with cabinets beneath quartz worktops, along with a range of appliances.
An inner hallway with cloaks cupboard leads to a ground floor WC with a two-piece white suite. Completing the ground floor is a spacious utility room with fitted cabinets, quartz surfaces, a Belfast sink, and plumbing for laundry appliances.

First floor
The first floor offers three well-proportioned double bedrooms, including a superb principal suite featuring a vaulted ceiling with exposed trusses, a dressing area, and a luxurious en suite bathroom complete with an oval bath, thermostatic shower cubicle, and heated towel radiator.

The two additional bedrooms are both fitted with bespoke built-in wardrobes, with one displaying an original cast-iron fireplace, adding a touch of period charm.

A spacious family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, fitted with a three-piece white suite and complemented by a linen cupboard for added storage.

Outbuildings
Accessed from the courtyard, a large double garage features remote-controlled wooden doors for vehicular entry. The ground floor provides space for two vehicles, along with a useful gardener’s WC. A personal door to the rear leads into a reception area, offering versatile storage opportunities.

Stairs rise to a spacious open-plan room, currently used as a hobby space, but equally suited to use as a home office, gym, or occasional bedroom. The garage also presents potential for conversion into an annexe, subject to the necessary consents.

Gardens
The property is approached via a private lane, opening into a gravelled courtyard that defines the entrance to the home. There is extensive parking and hardstanding, with direct access to the garage.

The attractive front garden is arranged with boxwood topiary and standard rose shrubs, offering a charming welcome. To the rear are the formal gardens, with a block-paved pathway running down the lawns, through elaborate circular topiary hedging, again planted with standard roses. The gardens are principally laid to lawn, partially enclosed by estate fencing, and interspersed with fruit trees.

Beyond a ha-ha lies the paddock, enjoying several established oak trees and benefiting from vehicular access via a metal field gate from the front courtyard.

Situation
Haughton is a picturesque village surrounded by the charming Cheshire countryside. Nearby villages such as Bunbury and Tarporley provide a range of everyday amenities, while the historic city of Chester and the market town of Nantwich offer a more comprehensive selection of shops, restaurants, and services.

The area boasts a wealth of recreational opportunities, including the renowned Portal Golf Club and the luxurious Carden Park Hotel and Spa, both featuring Championship Golf Courses and extensive leisure facilities. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the excellent walking routes along the Sandstone Trail and through Bulkeley Hill Wood. For those with a passion for sport, the Cheshire Polo Ground and Oulton Park Circuit offer exciting equestrian and motorsport experiences.

Families are well-served by a selection of highly regarded schools. Local primary options include Bunbury and Calverley, with secondary education available at Tarporley High School. Independent schools in the region include The King’s and Queen’s Schools in Chester, Abbey Gate College in Saighton, and The Grange School in Hartford.
Haughton is ideally positioned for commuters, with Junction 16 of the M6 just 16 miles away. Both Crewe and Chester railway stations offer direct services to London Euston, with journey times of approximately 1.5 and 2 hours respectively.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage system. Oil fired central heating.
None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 56 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 27/10/2025). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage outdoors (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 27/10/2025). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Cheshire East Borough Council

Council Tax Band E

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

The property is approached along a private lane, over which it has a perpetual right of way, and some shared maintenance obligations (solicitors to confirm). There is a footpath that runs along the lane and through the courtyard.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

The buyer will be required to erect a post and three rail, stock-proof fence along the intended south west boundary of the paddock.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – CW6 9RQ

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