Oakmere Barns, Farm Road, Oakmere, Northwich

A spacious 1523 square feet barn conversion in a lovely landscaped courtyard, having the benefit of delightful rear garden, off road parking and short walking distance proximity to Delamere Forest

Comment from Robert Reed of Gascoigne Halman
An interesting question to ask a client is how long they have lived in the home they are looking to sell. In this case the answer is eighteen years having been the first ever owners of this lovely converted barn. There can be no greater tribute to what a super place this is to live. Also, in my view this is as handsome a barn as you are likely to see, with great aesthetic appeal.

In many ways this is a barn that you have to get inside to fully appreciate the space on offer. With an overall area of 1523 square feet, the emphasis on design was to create a select number of large luxurious spaces rather than cramming in lots of smaller rooms. The result is spacious reception rooms and large double bedrooms and a format ideal for professional couples, smaller families or those looking to downsize. This is also a barn with a multitude of internal storage options, with built in cupboards in the landing and hallway.

The layout offer two separate reception rooms one of which adjoins the kitchen. A project for a future owner may be to open this up into one larger open plan space. Upstairs the principal bedroom has an en suite and there is also a family bathroom.

Externally there is parking to the side and this particular barn has the bonus of one of the largest plots on the development and a lovely views over a communal area of land to the rear, that has been skilfully planted with trees into a lovely orchard.

It should also be noted that the residents have worked extremely hard to keep common charges to a minimum, with the current annual charge being less than £150. This compares extremely well with other similar developments.

If you want a sense of being rural, do not want to live on a crowded housing estate but still want the security of neighbours, this barn has a lot to offer.

In terms of position, Delamere Forest, can be accessed on foot so this is a great location if you enjoy walking in the countryside. The Forest is a superb location for natural beauty. Once a year there are concerts in the Forest and many high profile artists have headlined through the years.

For a personal description of the property or to arrange a viewing, please contact myself or the Gascoigne Halman Tarporley office.

Location
The subject property is located in the semi-rural village of Oakmere, an area that enjoys huge popularity due to its close proximity to the magnificent 2400 acre Delamere Forest, combined with a position situated just off the A556 Chester to Manchester Road. Both the Oakmere Way (leading to Delamere Forest) and Whitegate Way can be accessed further along Farm Road, where the houses are located.

For wider amenities the market town of Frodsham, Georgian village of Tarporley and thriving village of Hartford are found within 5 and 8 miles respectively. Nearby Kelsall, 3 miles distant had a doctors, butchers and co op convenience store. Blakemere craft centre is just five minutes drive away whist there is an excellent convenience store in Delamere, known as Delamere Stores. There hourly buses to Northwich and Chester with a stop within walking distance.

There are excellent railway links in the locality with Delamere Station being on the Chester to Manchester line. Further connections are found in Hartford (5 miles), Runcorn (10 miles) and the historic city of Chester (13 miles). For those seeking access to the roads the M56, M53, M6, A49 and A41 are all within close travelling distance.

Delamere Forest is Cheshire's largest area of woodland and provides a wonderful area for country walks and natural beauty. Within close proximity there is also both the Oakmere and Whitegate Way. More generally, the area is noticeable for the numerous walks, rides and climbs, interesting meres, canals and rivers, country parks and dozens of places to visit within a comfortable travelling distance.

Those who enjoy sport can enjoy water sports close by with the Wildshore water park. Close by you can also take advantage of golf clubs including Delamere, Sandiway, Whitegate Tarporley, Frodsham, Helsby. There is also a renowned motor racing circuit at Oulton Park. Horse racing is found at Chester, Haydock, Bangor on Dee and Liverpool.

With regards to restaurants, pubs and cafes close by, there are numerous options. The Vale Royal Abbey Arms and Fishpool Inn are both hugely popular whilst Hollies Farm Shop & Restaurant, Define Food & Wine and Abbeywood Gardens and Cafe and Fourways café and grill at J&S are all within short distance. Manchester and Liverpool International Airports are both found within thirty five to forty minutes drive, in normal travelling conditions. Other key centres are Northwich 7 miles, Warrington (12) Liverpool (25) and Manchester (30)

This property is exceptionally well located for a choice of excellent local schools. The hugely well regarded Delamere Academy is within catchment and other options include the highly sought after Grange Independent School, Cransley Independent School, St Nicholas RC High School , Hartford High School and Sir John Dean's Sixth Form College. Kings, Queens and Abbeygate are all located in Chester City Centre (16 miles distant)

In nearby Northwich, the popular Waitrose Store and Marina on the river embankment opposite Freshwater View started the exciting rejuvenation programme in the town centre and within the town there is also Sainsburys, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Asda. Barons Quay provides a multi-screen Odeon cinema. There is also a state of the art leisure facility opened in the heart of Northwich, with two swimming pools, huge range of gym equipment and classes that cater for fitness enthusiasts.

For those who enjoy polo, golf and tennis, there are multiple options within a short travelling distance whilst Kelsall Equestrian Centre and the Shire Horse Centre are both hugely popular.
Directions

Leaving the agents Tarporley office drive along Tarporley High Street in the direction of Chester. Upon reaching the roundabout take the third exit, turning right onto the A49 towards Northwich and continue along passing through the village of Cotebrook, passing the Fox and Barrel and Murco petrol station on the right, Tarporley Garden Centre on the left and The Hollies Farm Shop on the right hand side. Continue along and pass the Nunsmere Hall Hotel on the left hand side and shortly afterwards reach the crossroads with the Shell garage in front of you. Turn left, proceed straight on for circa 1.5 miles in the direction of Chester and take a right turn into Farm Road. Once on Farm Road take the first left, opposite two stylish new builds into the courtyard. The subject property is located at the far end on the right hand side.

Tenure / Services / Viewing

TENURE Freehold ¿ this will be verified as part of the legal process.

SERVICES LPG central heating. Mains water, electricity are drainage are connected.

VIEWING Viewing by appointment with the Agents Tarporley office

WANT TO MOVE BUT NEED TO SELL?
If you are interested in this property but need to sell your own home in Cheshire, South Manchester or the Peak District, Gascoigne Halman can provide a free, no obligation market appraisal and valuation of your own home. We are proud to be the leading estate agent in the area, with a network of twenty two offices - full contact details can be located on our website. Robert Reed is the manager of the Tarporley office.

The Tarporley team consists of Robert, Pamela, Oliver, Sally, Zoe,Clive,Gerry, Sam and Tresa - we pride ourselves on being not just professional and efficient but also warm and welcoming. If you are in the village and fancy a coffee, do come in and say hello. We are located at 62 High Street, Tarporley, six premises to the left of Tarporley Parish Church. Our building is a landmark in the village, having above the shop front a beautiful illuminated fully working heritage clock.


NOTICE

Gascoigne Halman for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: (i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; (ii) all descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (iii) no person in the employment of Gascoigne Halman has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property