Cheshire brick charm in peaceful location near Nantwich

27 Barracks Lane, Ravensmoor, Nantwich, CW5 8PR

Nestled in the idyllic Cheshire hamlet of Ravensmoor, close to the period builds and cobbled streets of the historic town of Nantwich, discover the peace and tranquillity of country living at No. 27, Barracks Lane.

Sought after setting
Tucked away at the top of Barracks Lane, a quiet, single-track lane looping around the village pub and backing onto fields, No. 27 occupies a prestigious and sought-after position.

Pull through the five-bar gate and along the gravel driveway, where there is plenty of parking for three or four cars.

Private and peaceful, the main garden is set to the front, allowing the panoramic country vistas centre stage to the rear.

A home reborn under the vision and dedication of its current owners, country cottage charm meets with contemporary comfort at No. 27, Barracks Lane. The result? A home brimming in light, with skylights throughout, alongside upgrades to the lighting and a replacement of heavy wood features with lighter oak, in the doors and a handsome staircase, upgraded to include oak spindles, hand and baserails.

A warm welcome
Distinctive in its Cheshire brick design, sense the character of this home before stepping through the front door. Dating back in parts to the early 1900s, turn-of-the-century charm is evoked in the exposed beams and fireplaces found in the original parts of the home.

OWNER QUOTE: “It looks stunning in winter, summer or spring; sunshine or snow. It’s such a pretty frontage.”

Enter into the first of the reception rooms, a warm and welcoming sitting room, ideal for reading and relaxing. A versatile room with original beams and an exposed Cheshire brick fireplace housing an electric log-burner effect stove; it could be ideal as a formal dining room or playroom.

Heart of the home
Continue through into the open and airy kitchen-diner, where a range of cream-coloured cabinets and drawers offer storage for all your culinary utensils and essentials. Granite worktops gleam beneath the light that streams in through the skylights above.

Central to the kitchen, the island-breakfast bar bridges the dining area and practical side of the kitchen, a sociable space around which to congregate when entertaining, whilst soaking up the serene vistas out over the fields from a wide window above the sink opposite.

Cook up a feast for family and friends; integrated appliances include a Range-style cooker with five burner gas hob, built-in dishwasher, fridge-freezer and microwave.

Relax and unwind
For comfort and relaxation, retreat to the lounge, carpeted underfoot in cream and where cosy cottage warmth emanates from the multi-fuel stove, inset within its red brick surround. Beams bedeck the ceiling above, whilst bifolding doors open to the front terrace, where you can enjoy the garden and outdoors whatever the weather courtesy of the shelter of the pagoda.

OWNER QUOTE: “The light is not what you would expect from a cottage of this age. It’s cottage comfort; but brightly lit.”

Practical elements complement the cosy cottage charm, with a handy boot room, ideal for when returning from those country walks, offering storage for your array of outdoor footwear in the cupboards. Also plumbed for washing machine, there is space for an additional separate fridge-freezer and access to a handy downstairs cloakroom.

And so to bed…
Ascend the newly fitted oak staircase to arrive at the first-floor landing, where peace and tranquillity await in the master bedroom to the left. Overflowing with storage, a wall of floor to ceiling wardrobes features across from the super king size bed, whilst a shower room ensuite is warmed by underfloor heating, also featuring a wash basin, heated towel radiator and WC.

Wake up to garden views to the front, where a border of perennial planting beneath the hedgerow reflects the subtle changing of the seasons.

Next door, the family bathroom offers rest and refreshment, featuring a bath with overhead shower, wash basin, storage and a WC and once again warmed by underfloor heating. Freshen up in the shower whilst admiring the wonderful rural vista to the rear.

Work from home in the quiet calm of the home office, a bright oasis, where light streams in through the skylight above. Formerly a single bedroom, laminate floor features underfoot.

OWNER QUOTE: “It’s a fantastic cottage, with original features and yet all the benefits of a modern home.”

Along the landing, the guest bedroom is a private retreat for family and friends; carpeted underfoot and with authentic cottage beams overhead. Windows to two sides, light and leafy views are drawn in, for a true sense of being amidst nature.

Outdoor oasis
With a large lawn and mature planting to the front, there is ample space for children to play whilst the adults relax, unwind and entertain in the garden at No. 27, Barracks Lane, with the large wooden pagoda perfect for alfresco dining throughout the year whatever the weather.

To the rear, a seating area allows you to admire the uninterrupted views out over the paddocks and farmland.

A haven for nature, listen out for the hooting of the resident barn owl, who swoops by the kitchen window regularly of an evening. Buzzards circle the fields whilst the sound of cows and sheep serves as a reminder of the peaceful, rural position of the cottage.

Out and about
Nestled in the desirable hamlet of Ravensmoor, seated on the outskirts of Nantwich, country walks abound from the doorstep.

From the side gate, discover a myriad of public footpaths, intersecting the fields and lanes, ideal for dog walks. Stroll around Ravensmoor, before dropping in at your local inn, The Farmer’s Arms, a quintessential British pub, serving up a cosy atmosphere alongside good food and drink; perfect for Sunday lunch.

Renowned for its medieval timber-framed buildings and winding cobbled streets, the historic market town of Nantwich is close by, with the river and canals flowing nearby. Ideal for picking up your essentials from the shops, calling in for a coffee at one of the cafes, and for enjoying the comfort of community, Barracks Lane’s proximity to Nantwich offers a fantastic balance of rural countryside living with the convenience of accessible amenities.

Just a couple of miles away, the picturesque village of Wrenbury picks up the canal, with its quaint bridges and range of services including a school, community café and doctors’ surgery; the canal is also well worth a visit with its active marina.

Families are well served by a wide range of primary, secondary and independent schools, radiating out from No. 27, Barracks Lane in the nearby towns and villages.

Commute with convenience, courtesy of excellent and expedient road and rail links; with stations at nearby Wrenbury and Nantwich – the latter offering direct connections to Manchester in only an hour, with services to London from Crewe in around 90 minutes. Nantwich also offers direct rail services to Cardiff. Not far from J16 of the M6, Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham airports are all within about an hour to ninety minutes reach for international travel.

A flexible home, close to commuter links and near to an array of facilities, bristling with character and modern comforts, No. 27, Barracks Lane is a versatile home basking in unspoiled, picturesque views. Blending old and new, and safe and secure for children and pets, this home offers the best of both worlds.

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