Church Lane, Marple, Stockport

Property Description

Welcome to Number 42 Church Lane.  An exquisite example of a meticulous renovation and extension, this charming period property boasts all the character and elegance of its era, combined with modern comforts and luxurious finishes.

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Upon entering the house, it is pleasing to see so many original period features still remain; exposed floorboards, high skirtings, high ceilings, cornicing and restoration of the original doors and sash windows, retrospectively double glazed to preserve efficiency with conservation in mind. 

The bright and spacious living room enjoys a traditional feel with a beautiful, large bay window looking out to the front and feature fireplace providing the perfect space in which to relax and simply ‘be’. 

The rear of the property has been opened up to create a large free flowing space which lends itself perfectly to entertaining and modern family life.  Furnished to define three functional areas, there’s a comfortable sitting room with wood burning stove, leading to a sleek modern white gloss kitchen with integrated appliances and adjacent is the dining area with glass window roof to flood the entire room with light.  French doors lead to outside to the rear garden and with its south easterly facing aspect, it’s the perfect spot for catching the best of the British sunshine.  To the side of the kitchen, you’ll find a covered decked area providing shade and access to what was the garage which has now been reimagined to create self-contained accommodation set over two storeys and currently utilised as a work from home space, with WC and storage room.

Back inside the main house and just off the kitchen, head downstairs to the cellar where you will find the utility room and WC.

Upstairs, to the first floor, are three spacious double bedrooms and a bathroom with modern white suite, bath and electric shower.  A further flight of stairs takes you up to the second floor, entirely dedicated to the master suite, with luxurious ensuite shower room, fitted wardrobes and a Juliet balcony with far reaching views to the city and beyond.

Externally to the front of the property, there is a well tended garden and driveway parking for two vehicles, a rarity in the location.

In summary:

This is a truly stunning period home where all the hard work has been done for you; the result is the perfect blend of traditional and contemporary styling. As for the location, just a few minutes from local shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as green spaces, Marple has it all.

Good to know:

Tenure: Leasehold.  999 years from 24 June 1883.  Unexpired lease term is 859 years.

Annual rent charge £5.  Your legal advisor should verify the details of the title.

EPC Rating:  D Potential C 79

Council Tax Band: C

Gas central heating: British Gas boiler (serviced annually)

Viewings are strictly by appointment only.  Please contact our offices quoting reference ND0151 – Church Lane.

Living in Marple

Marple is one of those ‘best of both worlds’ locations.  Close enough to the city and transport links for commuters yet sits on the edge of the Peak District with rolling countryside on the doorstep.

Church Lane is a stone’s throw from the centre of Marple and incredibly convenient for the local amenities.  In recent years, Marple has welcomed numerous independent retailers, cafes, bars and restaurants giving residents superb choice for their leisure time.  There’s a monthly Maker’s Market, the Marple Carnival held annually in June and various other events adding to the community feel.  Marple is home to a family run traditional independent cinema, the Regent, and it is one of the last remaining in the UK.

The catchment schools are Rose Hill Primary and Marple Hall Secondary with St Mary’s Catholic Primary School just a short drive away in Marple Bridge.  Marple Sixth Form College sits on the outskirts of the town centre. 

There are two railway stations - Rose Hill and Marple - each with regular services into Manchester Piccadilly in under 30 minutes.  Buses run regularly into Stockport and out to Hayfield, Mellor and Glossop and there's a circular service covering Romiley, Marple and Bredbury.  Commuting by car has never been more convenient with the A555 linking Hazel Grove to Manchester Airport with the A34, John Lewis at Cheadle and Handforth Dean, home to M&S, Tesco and more, eminently more accessible.

Children can enjoy the many well-equipped local parks including a skate park in the centre of the town, part of the Memorial Park.  Many of these parks enjoy fabulous views of the surrounding hills.  Etherow Country Park in Compstall plays host to a sailing club, Brabyns Park in Marple is well used for weekend sporting activities and by dog walkers and Lyme Park, owned by the National Trust is just a few miles away.  The Roman Lakes leisure complex is popular with walkers, horse riders and anglers and more recently volunteers have sought to preserve the remains of Samuel Oldknow’s historic mill.  The Garden House is a charity-run community farm, open to the public with pigs, alpacas, Shetland Ponies and more.

The Middlewood Way is a cycle path, popular with runners and walkers which follows the former Macclesfield, Bollington and Marple Railway line south from Rose Hill to Macclesfield.

The Peak Forest Canal runs for 15 miles between Ashton under Lyne and Whaley Bridge in Derbyshire, passing through Marple through the famed flight of 16 locks, separating the ‘upper’ and ‘lower’ parts of the canal.  Follow the canal path and take in the breathtaking views of the nearby Peak District; you are never far away from some outstanding walks.

You can contact eXp 7 days a week to arrange your viewing.  Please quote reference ND0151 – Church Lane when you do so.