# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW12 4TQ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | BROWNLOW HEATH FARM, CHILDS LANE, CONGLETON, BROWNLOW, CHESHIRE EAST CW12 4TQ | | Price | £1,600,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £1,500,000 Nov 2025 | ## Description A Rare Tudor Gem with Exceptional Modern EleganceThis is without question one of the most special homes we have ever had the privilege to bring to market. With origins tracing back to Tudor times, this farmhouse residence offering accommodation of over 3000sqft blends centuries of heritage with a stunning, sympathetic renovation that celebrates its character while introducing refined, contemporary comfort. Every detail has been considered, every finish thoughtfully chosen, creating a home that is both deeply stylish and wonderfully liveable.The LocationSet in the tranquil hamlet of Brownlow, the property offers the charm and seclusion of a countryside retreat, while remaining within easy reach of Congleton, Sandbach, and Holmes Chapel. The M6 motorway is just 10 minutes away, Manchester Airport can be reached in 30 minutes, and both private and state schools of repute are close by. For leisure, golf courses, equestrian facilities, gyms, and country pursuits are all on the doorstep, while the renowned Brownlow Inn and the Blue Bell Inn offer exceptional dining and a welcoming community spirit.The HomeStep inside and the sense of history is immediate – exposed oak beams, purlins, and stone walls ground the home in its Tudor past, while bespoke cabinetry and handcrafted kitchen by Tom Howley, and carefully selected finishes demonstrate a clear passion for quality and design.Key living spaces include: Drawing Room with exposed beams, oak staircase, and a Clearview stove framed within a stone fireplace. Library/Music Room, intimate and atmospheric, with bespoke cabinetry and another feature stove. Handmade breakfast kitchen with central island, Quooker boiling taps, BORA induction hob, and Miele appliances. Orangery with roof lantern and French doors to the gardens. Living/Dining Room with bar seating, wine chiller, and stove – a perfect entertaining hub. Guest Accommodation Wing, a versatile self-contained suite ideal for visitors, extended family, or home office use. Starlink Max Internet - Vendors advise approx. 300 Mbps.Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite is an indulgent retreat, complete with freestanding roll-top bath, a luxurious en-suite with His & Hers showers, and a fitted dressing room. Two further bedrooms, bathroom, and a playroom/office complete the first floor.The Grounds – close to 0.7 acresBeyond the gates, a sweeping gravel driveway leads to a detached triple garage with solar panels and battery system. The gardens are a true delight, with extensive Indian stone terraces, manicured lawns, a central water feature, and beautifully stocked borders. A porcelain-tiled courtyard with an all-weather gazebo creates the perfect entertaining space. In SummaryA home of rare distinction – steeped in Tudor history yet finished with subtle sophistication for modern living. This remarkable property is more than just a house; it is a lifestyle of quiet countryside luxury, perfectly balanced with excellent connectivity to schools, towns, and transport links. Further Opportunities Planning permission had been granted under Application no's: 21/4698C and 17/2645C. Single storey kitchen extension and basement accommodation for potential leisure/fitness suite, and extension to the garage. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | BROWNLOW HEATH FARM CHILDS LANE, BROWNLOW, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4TQ | £1,500,000 | 20/11/2025 | Detached | | BROWNLOW HEATH FARM CHILDS LANE, BROWNLOW, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4TQ | £635,000 | 29/01/2016 | Detached | ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £425,679 (94 Detached, CW12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +275.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £881/mo - **Realistic:** £979/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,077/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Oldham & Rochdale (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Elmwood Drive, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/7726229) | £1,900/mo | 4 | 1.18 miles | Rightmove | | [Loachbrook Farm Way, Somerford, Congleton CW12 4BF](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/e0a9092) | £1,500/mo | 4 | 1.38 miles | Rightmove | | [Back Lane, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/a303904) | £1,695/mo | 4 | 1.82 miles | Rightmove | | [Dane Street, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/cd612d0) | £1,400/mo | 4 | 2.04 miles | Rightmove | | [Chelford Road, Somerford, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/1478f53) | £2,995/mo | 4 | 2.11 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,898/mo (5 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.11% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £211,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £169,500 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,695/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 1.3% - **Cost-to-rent:** 78.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-4,800/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -12.4% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 31.5% - **10y growth:** 58.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.9% - **5y growth (index):** 20.9% - **10y growth (index):** 48.3% ## 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)