Surrounded by some of the area's most spectacular countryside, Langley is a wonderful place to call home, offering the perfect balance of village life and rural beauty. Occupying an enviable position towards the upper end of the village, Drakes Cottage enjoys breathtaking rear views across the Bollin Brook towards Tegg's Nose and is offered for sale with No Onward Chain.
Set back from the road behind a traditional dry stone wall and garden gate, this delightful cottage offers characterful accommodation complemented by gas-fired central heating and double glazing throughout. The ground floor comprises a living room, separate dining room, fitted kitchen and a light-filled garden room, whilst the first floor provides two bedrooms and a bathroom.
To the rear, a delightful two-tier stone patio overlooks the gently flowing Bollin Brook, creating a peaceful setting for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply relaxing whilst enjoying the outstanding views.
Langley is a picturesque semi-rural village situated approximately three miles south of Macclesfield. Renowned for its strong sense of community, the village hosts a variety of local events throughout the year and is home to two popular country pubs, The Church House and The St Dunstan Inn, both well regarded by residents, walkers and visitors alike. With excellent access to the surrounding countryside, including Tegg's Nose Country Park and numerous walking trails, Langley offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of the area's most desirable locations.
The main road through the village leads to Macclesfield Forest where there are many beautiful walks, this is also a good point from which to make the ascent of Shuttlingsloe the Matterhorn of Cheshire and to access Teggs Nose Country Park.
Ground Floor
Courtesy light.
Living Room 3.51m x 3.45m (11'6 x 11'4)
Solid wood front door. T.V. aerial point. Meter cupboard. Wall light points. Handrail to the staircase. Stone lintel and hatch to the Dining Room. uPVC double glazed window. Double panelled radiator. Open way through to the Dining Room.
Dining Room 3.45m x 2.16m (11'4 x 7'1)
Solid wood front door. Understairs storage cupboard with a finger latch door, power and light. Wall light points. Internal window to the Living Room. Single panelled radiator. Open way through to the Kitchen.
Kitchen 3.20m x 1.93m (10'6 x 6'4)
Single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and base unit below. An additional range of matching base and eye level units with contrasting work surfaces and white tiled splashbacks extending to a breakfast bar. Integrated Neff single oven with four ring gas hob and extractor hood over. Integrated appliances include a slimline dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Downlighting. Tiled flooring. Stable door with glazing inset to the Garden Room. uPVC double glazed window. Single panelled radiator.
Garden Room 3.20m x 1.32m (10'6 x 4'4)
Wall light point. Tiled floor. uPVC double glazed roof. uPVC patio door opening onto the garden. Single panelled radiator.
First Foor
Landing
Handrail to the staircase. Wall light point.
Bedroom One 2.92m x 2.54m (9'7 x 8'4)
Floor to ceiling fitted wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving. Additional shelving. Built-in storage cupboard. Loft access. Wall light points. LVT flooring. uPVC double glazed window. Double panelled radiator.
Bedroom Two 4.78m x 1.93m (15'8 x 6'4)
Wall light point. Velux window. uPVC double glazed window. Single panelled radiator.
Shower Room 2.21m x 1.80m (7'3 x 5'11)
The suite comprises a fully tiled cubicle with dual-headed thermostatic shower over, a washbasin with mixer tap and vanity storage cupboard below and a low suite W.C. Storage cupboard with shelving. Partially tiled walls. uPVC double glazed window with integral blind. Grey thermostatic radiator/towel rail.
Outside
Garden
The property is set back behind an attractive dry stone wall with a neat front garden, beautifully enhanced by a colourful array of planted pots, creating a lovely first impression. To the rear, the private enclosed garden is enclosed by timber fencing and has been effectively arranged over two patio levels. The lower terrace sits just above the gently flowing Bollin Brook, providing a truly idyllic setting in which to relax, entertain and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Additional features include an outside water tap and courtesy lighting.
Tenure
The vendor has advised us that the property is Freehold.
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