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Hollytree Cottage,Commonside,Alvanley,FRODSHAM,WA6 9HB
WA6 9HB
4 bed 2 bath Detached
17th-century thatched cottage on ~2.5 acres with panoramic countryside views.
Grade II listed 17th-century thatched cottage, re-thatched 2024
Hollytree Cottage is a rare Grade II listed thatched cottage dating from the 17th century, set in nearly 2.5 acres of gardens and woodland with panoramic rural views. The house combines significant original features—exposed cruck timbers, vaulted ceilings and multiple reception rooms—with modern upgrades such as a 2024 re-thatch and updated oak kitchen. Flexible accommodation includes four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, three ground-floor reception rooms and a mezzanine study ideal for home working or family space.
The plot is a major asset: roughly half an acre of mature gardens plus almost two acres planted with native deciduous trees. There is generous parking, a detached double garage, adjoining workshop and additional outbuilding space—useful for hobbyists, storage or small-scale equestrian/amenity uses subject to consents. The hamlet location offers privacy, low crime and easy access to local primary schools, Helsby High School and nearby towns and motorways for commuting.
Important practical points are stated plainly. Listed status will restrict alterations and may complicate repairs and insurance; buyers should budget for specialist conservation work. The house has solid brick/wattle-and-daub construction with assumed no wall insulation, LPG-fired boiler and very slow broadband provision. Council tax is described as quite expensive. These factors affect running costs and some modernisation choices but do not detract from the property's exceptional character and setting.
This home will suit buyers seeking an authentic period residence and ample land—families who value space, privacy and countryside living, or purchasers wanting a distinct rural retreat. Professional surveys and listed-building advice are recommended early to understand maintenance and consent requirements.
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