Cowhey Cottage is for sale for the first time in 44 years which is testament to the superb qualities of this delightful family home. Cowhey Cottage is for sale for the first time in 44 years which is testament to the superb qualities of this delightful family home. Brimming with character and offering a glimpse into a bygone era, the interior design blends classic and modern styles, creating a unique and breathtaking atmosphere. The property offers rustic charm with modern comfort. Standing prominently against gardens, fields and woods this stone built home is shown on an Ordnance Survey map dated 1889 and probably predates this to construction in the 1700's. The property is set in 6 acres of land, all totally fenced and totally private. There are views over Etherow Country Park and its lake. Access is from the A628 from Marple Bridge. Leaving the main road, you travel for approximately a quarter of a mile down a private driveway, which is shared by six neighbours. This delivers you to an electrically operated security gate which protects the property's private, 200 meter long tree lined, driveway with views over land belonging to Cowhey Cottage. The home is close to Marple Bridge, Compstall, Marple and Romiley offering a variety of restaurants, country style public houses and regular train service to Manchester Piccadilly railway station 25/30 minutes away. Excellent primary schools are within easy reach. Tennis, Badminton, Cricket and Lacrosse are all well supported at Mellor sports club which is five minutes drive away and the home is close to four golf clubs. There are many opportunities for cycling or walking in the Cheshire and Derbyshire countryside. Step Inside The property's period features are carefully preserved, making this home truly special whether relaxing in the cosy living room or cooking up a storm in the modern kitchen, every corner of this home exudes warmth and comfort. The many period features include both stone and gleaming wood flooring, exposed original roof beams, stone walls and bespoke dark oak internal doors featuring beautiful forged steel thumb latches. The entrance opens into a peaceful sitting lounge which is perfect for reading, conversation and or music. A Clearview wood burning stove is surrounded by a brick fireplace to provide a snug and warm environment for the winter nights. A larger living room/lounge features a gleaming oak floor together with ceiling beams and a striking fireplace which houses a larger Clearview wood burning stove. The dining room which is currently set to seat 8 around an oak table can be extended to seat 14. The large windows provide views over the garden, field and boundary trees. An original stone floored hallway provides access to storage cupboards, a utility room and a shelved room for shoes, coats and the inevitable wine storage racking. The Heart of the Home The bright and light kitchen has striking beams, ample storage, integrated appliances including a new Neff double oven and a four ring ceramic Neff induction hob. A double basin stainless steel Franke sink together with a Quooker hot water system are set into granite worktops. To give you a feeling of space an oak table currently sits in the kitchen which is set to seat 8 but it can be extended to easily sit 12. This room is a perfect place to entertain and enjoy home cooked meals. The office which is accessed from the kitchen has views over the outside entertainment area and great views of the woods owned by the property. The boiler room, internet hub, security camera and recording equipment are housed in a room off the office. Bedrooms and Bathrooms Upstairs there are five bedrooms all with a wealth of features, oak flooring, vaulted ceilings with exposed original oak beams. The Master bedroom has an ensuite shower room and the family bathroom features both a bath and a wet room. Outside Space The property boasts two fields and two woods, gardens and a greenhouse, complemented by a tarmacadum driveway which is surrounded by cobblestone walkways and a sizeable Indian stoned patio area. The scope for entertaining is virtually unlimited from family barbeques to 100 people on bonfire night. Bonfire in the back field and car parking capacity for 60 or so cars. There is also a large 20 foot x 36 foot workshop, a large pine clad tractor shed and a building which shelters two golf driving mats which provide golf practice facilities for golf balls being played into the field at the rear of the second wood. In Conclusion Cowhey Cottage is a totally south facing oasis, it is a truly captivating property and a perfect family home positioned in an idyllic quiet rural setting. The vendors are so captivated with the setting that they are intending to downsize by moving only 100 or so yards away to maintain access to this very special location.
