Location

Higher Cliff Farm is set in a picturesque elevated rural setting in the small civil parish of Lyme Handley with far reaching views to the surrounding hills, the property sits in the Peak District National Park formally part of the Lyme Park Estate. The area abounds with tranquil walks, wildlife watching and is perfect for those seeking leisure facilities and outdoor pursuits.

The property is well placed for access to the local villages Disley lies 2.9 miles away and Whaley Bridge lies 3.9 miles away below Toddbrook reservoir with High Peak Canal running through. Both villages offer a superb selection of shops and amenities that would suit most daily requirements including superstores. For commuters Disley train station offers a 33 minute service to Manchester Piccadilly while an 8.8 mile drive through picturesque countryside will take you to the main west coast line station at Macclesfield with London Euston from only 1hr 46mins or Stockport train station lies 9.6 miles away via the A6 connecting to Euston in 1hr 50mins. Manchester Airport is 13.5 miles away and Manchester City Centre is 19.3 miles away.   

There are a number of local schools at primary and secondary level including private schools and state schools in the area to include Kings Macclesfield, Stockport Grammar, Cheadle Hulme School and Poynton High which are all within a 30 minute drive.

Description

This delightful stone built period farmhouse, believed to date back to 1760, has been tastefully extended and refurbished during our clients tenure to create a charming country home with a detached garage/games room, additional outbuildings all within approx 7 acres of fields and woodlands.

The farmhouse has flexible and well-balanced accommodation over two floors including three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which is on the ground floor. There is an impressive triple aspect living/dining room with front and rear views, characterful exposed wooden beams and a Dunsley multi fuel stove creating the perfect space for relaxing and entertaining guests. The stylish David Lisle kitchen is well appointed with attractive hand painted in-frame cupboards and glass & oak worktops finished with a contrasting Terracotta tiled flooring creating a striking and unique finish. The kitchen area provides a welcoming entrance to the property, with additional access to the rear gardens and stair access to the first floor making it the central hub of the home. Leading off the kitchen is an additional reception room currently used as a snug/home office, this lovely room features an exposed brick wall design, finished with laminate flooring with under floor heating and pretty French doors opening onto the gardens. The snug/office leads into the recently added spacious fully fitted utility room with space for a washing machine and dryer. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a modern shower room.

To the first floor there are three double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is well presented with vaulted ceilings and painted exposed beams (with boarded loft storage above with a perfect vista over the surrounding countryside. The other two bedrooms are also spacious with picturesque views. A modern house bathroom with free standing roll top bath and shower completes the first floor.

In addition to the main farmhouse is a detached garage built in 2017, which is currently used as a double garage with electric up and over door, WC, and a large room above used as a games room with a useful mezzanine floor above. The converted barn has electricity installed but not heating and could be further developed into an annexe if required (subject to the necessary consents).

Externally the property sits within approx 7 acres over three fields including woodland area and small orchard with young fruit trees, veg patch and poly tunnel. Adjoining the Farmhouse, ideal for entertaining is a large stone patio wit delightful tranquil seating area used all year round.

There is a lovely pond to the rear of the garden. There are a couple of outbuildings, a room off the garden which is part of the main house but accessible from outside, this building has a stone floor and houses the boiler (Oil Grant 8 years old), and water filtration system, this room is currently used as a workshop and storage. There is an additional single storey stone built building with water, electric and a new roof. This building currently is used as a home gymnasium and could easily be converted into a garden room or home office.