5 bed detached house for sale

Manchester Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9

A beautifully preserved 1930s 5 bedroom detached home on a substantial 0.369 acre private plot, offering generous proportions, period charm & exceptional potential close to the town centre.

Description
This impressive 1930s five bedroom detached residence, extending to 1,965 sq ft, is a once in a generation home and stands as a fine example of the architectural charm and generous proportions that define houses of this era. Lovingly cared for and enjoyed by the current owner for many years, the property occupies a superior and substantial plot with excellent privacy and offers a rare opportunity for buyers seeking a home with both immediate character and outstanding future potential. With scope for comprehensive renovation, reconfiguration or significant extension (subject to the relevant consents), it presents the ideal canvas for creating a truly exceptional long term family home.
Occupying an enviable position on one of Wilmslow’s premier roads, the house sits well back from Manchester Road behind a commanding frontage and broad block paved driveway leading to the attached garage. Established front gardens frame the property beautifully, enhancing its presence and kerb appeal.

Inside, the accommodation is bright, balanced and generously proportioned, with the expansive room sizes typical of a classic 1930s layout. The welcoming entrance hall gives access to a series of versatile reception rooms, including a formal living room and dining room each offering exciting prospects for redesign and immediate outdoor access. Large windows and high ceilings provide an attractive foundation for sympathetic modernisation. The breakfast room with access to the garden adjoins the fully fitted kitchen providing excellent space for informal dining and invites transformation into a contemporary open plan family hub if required. A w, c completes the ground floor accommodation.

To the first floor, the home offers five well sized bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys a delightful front aspect with a feature bay window overlooking the front garden. All bedrooms are currently served by a spacious shower room; however, the generous first floor layout provides excellent potential to reconfigure the accommodation and introduce an additional bathroom or en suite to better meet the demands of modern family living.

Externally, the property’s superb plot is one of its most compelling features. The extensive rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn and framed by mature trees and planting, provides exceptional privacy and a peaceful setting. The breadth of outside space offers enormous potential for landscaping, recreational enhancements, or future extension works.

Buyers seeking a Wilmslow property with genuine 1930s character, substantial spaces and exceptional scope will find this residence an outstanding prospect. Its prestigious location, superior plot and redevelopment potential combine to create a rare opportunity to craft a truly remarkable family home.

Location
Occupying a prime position on one of Wilmslow’s most sought after roads, this property enjoys exceptional convenience for everyday amenities and commuter links. Wilmslow town centre is just 0.5 miles away, offering an excellent range of shops, cafés and restaurants, including Waitrose. The mainline Wilmslow train station lies 0.6 miles from the property, providing fast and frequent services, while the picturesque Carrs Park is also only 0.5 miles away. For broader retail and leisure options, larger facilities such as Marks & Spencer, John Lewis, golf clubs and fitness centres are within 3.7 miles.

Families are particularly well served by the area’s wide choice of highly regarded schools. Lacey Green Primary Academy is just 0.6 miles away, Gorsey Bank Primary School is 1.2 miles, and Wilmslow High School lies within 0.9 miles. A number of respected private schools are also within easy reach.

The property offers excellent connectivity for commuters, with swift access to the A34 and M56, linking to Manchester and major North West commercial centres. Manchester Airport is conveniently located less than 3.3 miles away. From Wilmslow station, journey times include approximately 1 hour 51 minutes to London Euston and 19 minutes to Manchester Piccadilly, making the location ideal for both regional and national travel.

Square Footage: 1,965 sq ft

Acreage:
0.37 Acres