Summary - The Chimneys, Saughall Road CH1 4BL
3 bed 1 bath Farm House
Large-period cottage with huge plot and conversion potential near Chester city centre.
Three reception rooms and three double bedrooms, generous room proportions
Large southeast-facing garden, mature trees, circa one acre plot
Attached garage, wooded outbuilding, gated caravan/motorhome storage
Original period features: beams, fireplaces, Victorian fireplace intact
Architectural drawings for conversion/extension included in the sale
Property needs renovation; solid brick walls likely without insulation
Slow broadband despite excellent mobile signal; consider connectivity upgrades
Local crime level is high; buyers should assess security needs
This spacious former farm cottage, built in 1885, sits on an unusually large plot just 1.1 miles from Chester city centre. Original period features — exposed beams, cast-iron fireplaces and a Victorian fireplace — give the house strong character and a welcoming, rustic feel. The mature southeast-facing garden and countryside outlook provide privacy and peaceful outdoor living while remaining conveniently close to shops, buses and good local schools.
Internally the layout is generous: three reception rooms, a farmhouse-style kitchen, utility, study, and a large family bathroom upstairs serving three double bedrooms. A substantial attached garage, separate wooded outbuilding and gated storage area for a caravan or motorhome add practical space for hobbies, parking and storage. Architectural drawings for a potential conversion/extension have been commissioned and will be included in the sale, offering clear scope to increase value and modernise the home.
The property does require renovation and updating; the walls are original solid brick with assumed no insulation, and the home needs modern comfort improvements to heating, electrics and finishes. Broadband speeds are slow despite excellent mobile signal. Buyers should factor renovation cost and timescale into plans, but the combination of plot size, character features and proximity to Chester makes the cottage appealing to families seeking a unique period home or buyers aiming to create a high-value conversion.
Practical points: tenure is freehold, flood risk is low and council tax level is moderate. The setting is rural yet accessible, with local amenities nearby and strong schooling options within easy reach. For purchasers wanting a character property with development potential and generous outdoor space, this cottage represents a rare opportunity — provided they are prepared to carry out works.
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