Five stunning homes for sale in Cheshire's 'most beautiful' village (2024)

We recently reported how Cheshire's 'most beautiful' village is often likened to living on a film set due to its picturesque cobbled walkways, timber-framed cottages and tree-lined avenues.

Great Budworth's charm and period details make it a popular location for the TV cameras, with Netflix's newest drama Missing You and BBC's War of the Worlds using the quaint location for filming.

In addition to its cinematic appeal, the Northwich village is also a tourist hotspot in warmer weather, boasting an ice cream farm and historic pub at its heart. It's also located on the Cheshire Cycle Route, attracting fleets of cyclists.

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Great Budworth has been a magnet for celebrities, attracting everyone from actors on location to the likes of pop icon Harry Styles, who not only frequented the local ice cream farm but also the George and Dragon pub. Styles even brought Taylor Swift to the village for a quaint stroll and a cosy pub lunch during their romance in 2012.

If that all appeals to you then there aren't many better places to live. Currently on Rightmove there are five properties up for sale in the village. Take a glance here:

Bakery Cottage - £950,000

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This historic former bakery has been transformed into a stunning three-bedroom property and is described as "a piece of Great Budworth's heritage".

Rightmove states: "This Grade II Listed property in Great Budworth offers a charming slice of history! The combination of its age, thoughtful updates over the years, and meticulous attention to the garden really sets it apart.

"An inviting layout of the property creates a welcoming and harmonious living environment, with distinct areas for different seasons and purposes. The presence of both a summer lounge and a winter lounge allows for versatile living spaces, catering to different preferences and needs throughout the year. Additionally, a log burner in the winter lounge creates a cosy atmosphere, perfect for relaxing evenings.

"Every property needs a heart of the home, at Bakery Cottage this is certainly the open plan kitchen dining room, where family and guests can gather and enjoy meals together. Given its long tenure of over five decades with the current owners, it's understandable that some updating may be necessary, but this also presents an exciting opportunity for new owners to personalise the property while still honouring its character and history.

"Overall, this is an opportunity to purchase more than just a house; it's a piece of Great Budworth's heritage, offering a tranquil lifestyle with a touch of old-world charm."

For more details click here.

Off the High Street - £795,000

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This "charming" four-bed cottage offers stunning views towards Budworth Lake.

Rightmove states: "A charming detached Grade II listed four bedroom cottage sitting in extensive gardens and grounds of around 1.25 acres located in the wonderful historic village of Great Budworth, slightly elevated from the High Street and enjoying magnificent views towards Budworth Lake.

"The property has been sympathetically extended to just under 1700sq ft and retains a huge amount of charm and characterful features including a wealth of exposed timberwork and beams. The landscaped gardens occupy a corner plot that backs directly onto rolling fields enclosed to the roadside by a number of mature trees creating a private rural destination on the doorstep of one of the counties prettiest villages.

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"The property is accessed from a very pretty residential lane that serves a handful of similar period properties, where a gated entrance opens onto a wide gravel driveway with a timber frame garage at its rear."

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The Mount - £795,000

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Describing this four-bed cottage, Rightmove states: "A charming Grade II listed detached period cottage offering great further scope (subject to planning), in a superb central village location with outstanding rural views and exceptional grounds of about 1.25 acres or thereabouts.

"Entrance vestibule, reception dining hall, cloakroom, large lounge with lovely aspect, kitchen, utility room, cloakroom, bathroom and pantry. Four first floor bedrooms, and bathroom. Outstanding approach, excellent driveway, lovely gardens and grounds, garage. Freehold."

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Westage Lane - £739,950

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This detached bungalow is described as being an "idyllic haven" in a "superb position". Rightmove adds: "This detached three-bedroom, two-bathroom bungalow offers a tranquil retreat with captivating views.

"Surrounded by natural beauty and stunning thatched cottages, the property boasts a lovely blend of accommodation both inside and out, ideal for those looking to downsize. Inside, the accommodation totals to around 1500 square feet and includes spacious living areas that flow effortlessly, adorned with large windows inviting ample natural light and framing the breathtaking vistas outside.

"The open-plan layout creates a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining, whilst providing plenty of space for a selection of large furniture. The dining kitchen has been recently upgraded, finished with integrated 'Neff' appliances and stone work surfaces.

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"The well-appointed bedrooms provide cozy sanctuaries, or perhaps additional reception rooms, including a particularly large principal bedroom with a selection of modern fitted furniture and a recently upgraded ensuite shower room featuring a walk-in shower, contemporary fixtures and serene ambiance.

"Outside, a nice-sized garden awaits, boasting a variety of mature plants and shrubs, a serene space to unwind and revel in the stunning scenery. There is an additional courtyard garden, accessed from the living room, which is ideal for the evening sunshine."

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Stubbs Cottage - £525,000

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This historic end-terrace cottage with three bedrooms is described as "exquisite" and "stunning". Rightmove states: "Stubbs Cottage is an exquisite Grade II listed cottage presents a wonderful opportunity to reside in the heart of the village, with charming accommodation, parking, a garage and wonderful garden.

"The three bedroom end of terrace property boasts timeless elegance and character with an internal décor showcasing a harmonious blend of original features and modern conveniences, offering a beautiful living and entertaining space. The ground floor begins with a light and spacious feeling open plan living kitchen/diner, with a large lightwell allowing light to flood in. There is a separate lounge to the front of the property, with a log burning stove - ideal for cosy evenings.

"With flexible sleeping accommodation spread over three floors, the ground floor features a bedroom and a shower room, adding to the practicality and convenience of the layout, or perhaps an additional reception room or office. The upper two floors include two additional double bedrooms and a beautifully appointed bathroom.

"The property benefits from parking, a garage, and a separate utility room, contributing to a seamless living experience. The generous rear gardens provide a tranquil retreat with great privacy and ample sunshine, perfect for relaxation and entertaining."

For more details click here.

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Five stunning homes for sale in Cheshire's 'most beautiful' village (2024)

FAQs

What are the rich villages in Cheshire? ›

Alderley Edge is well known as one of the affluent villages in Cheshire, with a population of approximately 4,800, in the sought-after 'Cheshire Golden Triangle' located in the northeast of the county. To the southeast of the village is the Edge, an escarpment 160 metres above the surrounding countryside.

Where is the poshest place in Cheshire? ›

Alderley Edge is known for its affluence and expensive houses, falling inside Cheshire's Golden Triangle. Alderley Edge has a selection of cafes and designer shops and has attracted numerous Premier League footballers, actors and multi-millionaire businesspeople.

Is Styal a nice place to live? ›

Styal is home to any number of thriving sports and social activities, for the more active we have Cricket and Football teams who are regularly taking advantage of the Sports and Social centre on Altrincham road whilst the Wilmslow Phoenix club has some very well equipped facilities on Styal Road itself.

Where do millionaires live in Cheshire? ›

The Golden Triangle (sometimes called the Footballer Belt) is an area of affluent small towns and villages in Cheshire, England. The exact three points of the triangle are the subject of local debate but are generally considered to be Alderley Edge, Prestbury, and Wilmslow.

Where do all the celebrities live in Cheshire? ›

Many of the residents here say that the footballers and TV and music stars who live in Prestbury "keep a low profile". But the village has famously been home over the years to the likes of Coleen and Wayne Rooney, Real Housewives of Cheshire star Stacey Forsey, TV star Paddy McGuinness and Slade rock icon Noddy Holder.

What are the nicest villages to live in Cheshire? ›

Cheshire has plenty of beautiful villages like Alderley Edge, Tarporley and Knutsford. These places sit among green fields and offer stunning views. There are also historic cities like Chester and Macclesfield that add to its charm.

Where in Cheshire did Harry Styles live? ›

The Cheshire village where Harry Styles grew up has called for volunteers to act as guides for the thousands of his fans that now visit it each year. So-called "Harries" view Holmes Chapel as a must-see destination as it was where he lived before he found fame.

What is the poshest village in Cheshire? ›

The new list also features a picturesque Cheshire village known for its celebrity residents. Property experts from across the country have spoken to the Daily Mail about UK's most desirable villages - with both Haigh in Wigan and Alderley Edge in Cheshire making the list, reports the Mirror.

Is Cheshire expensive to live in? ›

Cheshire East is the least affordable area with the average house there costing £294,440. The average full-time salary, meanwhile, is currently £36,046 a year so that means the average home there costs 8.2 times the average salary.

Is Nantwich, Cheshire a nice place to live? ›

Nantwich is known for its welcoming community, so don't hesitate to connect with locals, attend town events, visit schools (such as Brine Leas off Shrewbridge Road or Malbank on Welsh Row), and engage in local activities. It's a great way to make new friends and feel at home more quickly.

Is Wilmslow a rough area? ›

Crime and Safety in Wilmslow. Wilmslow is the third most dangerous medium-sized town in Cheshire, and is the 75th most dangerous overall out of Cheshire's 321 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Wilmslow in 2023 was 54 crimes per 1,000 people.

What is the most beautiful village in Cheshire? ›

10 Most Picturesque Villages in Cheshire
  • Disley. ...
  • Holmes Chapel. ...
  • Lymm. ...
  • Styal. ...
  • Daresbury. ...
  • Prestbury. Admire the rows of stately Georgian-style country homes. ...
  • Astbury. A pretty Cheshire village with medieval treasures. ...
  • Gawsworth. A rural countryside village on the eastern edge of Cheshire.

Is Cheshire England a wealthy area? ›

Cheshire is considered to be an affluent county.

What is the best place to live in Cheshire? ›

Cheshire towns and villages' overall rankings
  • Wilmslow - 46.
  • Knutsford - 249.
  • Barnton – 724.
  • Weaverham - 953.
  • Northwich - 983.
  • Hartford 1,063.
  • Cuddington – 1,159.
  • Holmes Chapel - 1,161.
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