Summary - Vale Cottage, Mill Brow, Marple Bridge SK6 5LW
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Three-bedroom Georgian cottage on a large plot — characterful but in need of modernisation..
Substantial elevated plot with panoramic countryside views
Set on a substantial elevated plot in a quiet semi-rural hamlet, Vale Cottage is a spacious three-bedroom detached period home with wide open views across surrounding countryside. The property retains Georgian character in its sandstone façade, chimneys and traditional proportions, and offers generous reception space across approximately 2,099 sq ft — an attractive proposition for family life or someone seeking scope to extend and personalise.
Practical buyers should note the property requires modernisation. Heating currently runs from a coal-fired boiler and radiators, the external stone walls are assumed uninsulated, and the double glazing dates from before 2002. Broadband is very slow and mobile signal is average. These factors mean the home will need investment to improve energy efficiency, connectivity and everyday convenience.
There are clear positives for families: excellent nearby primary schools rated Good, very low local crime, and direct access to countryside walks, local amenities and transport links into Manchester. The large gardens and private setting provide scope for landscaping, outbuildings or a sympathetic extension (subject to planning).
Buyers should also be aware of a medium flood risk for the area and relatively high council tax; these are material considerations for insurance and running costs. Overall, Vale Cottage suits purchasers seeking a characterful, roomy home with significant plot potential who are prepared to carry out updating and improvements to fully realise its value.
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