- See our video tour of 26 The Stables +
- Forming part of the original international Polo Stud at Bostock Hall +
- Exceptional newly fitted Living Dining Kitchen +
- Both bathrooms have been recently modernised +
- Courtyard garden with open views +
- 3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms +
- Double garage and additional parking +
- Splendid formal lakes and grounds +
Overflowing with character, emanating history and with arguably the best front garden in all of Cheshire, welcome to No. 26, The Stables, a Grade II listed haven of a home, in the inimitable Bostock Hall Estate.
Exclusive setting
Once part of the France-Hayhurst estate, Bostock Hall traces its history back to the 1770s and today forms a private, 14-acre enclave of woodland, lake and landscaped grounds. Secluded and community centred, Bostock Hall is a true retreat from the hustle and bustle; a setting defined by calm and natural beauty, woodland walks perfect for long, lazy dog rambles and picnics on the lake shore, where two resident swans perfectly epitomise the elegance and old school glamour of the setting.
Secluded yet supremely well connected, Davenham, Winsford and Middlewich are all conveniently close by for the essentials of modern living.
With carparking spaces for guests, garaging and an electricity point available, those with electric vehicles are provided for: a forward-thinking trait from a listed home with such fine period character.
Utterly alluring upon arrival, with its stately carriage gateway The Stables is no mere relic of its equestrian past, but a distinguished period building reimagined for modern living.
The classic-contemporary finish of No. 26 is instantly felt in the entrance hall, where oak herringbone flooring meets with crisp white cast iron radiators, panelled and beaded walls and a refined creamy decorative palette.
Sophisticated living
The same flooring zigzags through into the lounge to the left, where rich Georgian-inspired Inchyra Blue walls help to establish a deeply calming mood. Set lower than a modern picture window, the broad cottage-style window floods the room with light, while in the depths of winter, revive frosty fingers by the warmth of the glass fronted, electric fire (which also has a gas outlet fitted too).
Ahead from the entrance hall, modern, starburst tiles in teal and white add a contemporary flash in the cloakroom, where, conveniently, there is hanging space for coats in a dedicated alcove, alongside a wash basin and WC, with black fittings evoking the balance of 21stcentury styling at The Stables.
Next door, the utility cupboard is plumbed for a washing machine, keeping the laundry tidily tucked away from the everyday.
Contemporary meets timeless, classic comfort in the kitchen, which lies beyond a storage cupboard and a curve, at the end of the hallway.
Exposed Cheshire slip bricks create a characterful backdrop to the kitchen, lending warmth and texture against the deep navy cabinetry, which provides ample storage. Appliances are plentiful and in keeping with the country aesthetic, consisting of a Smeg cooker with matching extractor, double inset sinks, integrated fridge-freezer, and dishwasher. Plenty of preparation space can be found on the sleek granite worktops.
With more than ample room for a large wooden dining table in front of the French doors leading out to the garden, al fresco dining is so inviting in summertime. An end terrace in a row of five, there is an extra level of privacy to life at No. 26, The Stables.
After dinner, relax and stretch out in the sitting area, a cosy corner ideal for reading or simply watching the wildlife through the large windows.
Returning to the entrance hall, ascend the panelled staircase, beneath the exposed beams,before turning left at the landing where you can soak away the aches in the free-standing tub in the bathroom, tiled in glimmering white and matt, marbled grey to the walls.
Continuing along, emerge into the first of the bedrooms, where a wall of fitted wardrobes provides plenty of storage for all your attire, while light streams in through a low arched window to the front.
To the other side of the landing, the study is a haven for those working from home, with built-in rich oak cupboards, desk, drawers and shelving, including a cupboard that opens to reveal a pull-down murphy bed for overnight guests.
Bedecked in beams, the main bedroom is an intimate, mature sanctuary, with rustic, time worn beams above, natural wood fitted cabinetry and shelving, and peaceful views out to the rear garden. Refresh and revive in the privacy of the serene, stone-toned shower room en suite.
Beyond the patio doors, a private garden provides space to relax and unwind with a sheltered terrace for evening gin and tonics rising to a circular lawn framed by established hedges. The surrounding trees create a soft, green horizon, lending a peaceful secluded feel, particularly in summer.
Step out beyond the privacy of your garden, into the woodland, taking your canine companion along, where in the cool calm of the tree shade, the sounds of nature provide instant serenity. Stroll the paths beneath the taller trees, as they twist and turn, occasionally opening to reveal the shimmer of the lake. Follow the route towards the water and you’ll find benches offering a front-row seat to watch the ducks and swans paddling gracefully along the water. The community at Bostock Hall is friendly and well established, with occasional estate activities and a summer residents’ party that brings neighbours together.
Life at Bostock Hall comes with an open invitation to the outdoors. Delamere Forest is only fifteen minutes away, offering miles of woodland trails, bike routes and running routes. Closer to home, Northwich provides scenic riverside walking along the River Weaver, perfect for a gentle evening wander or a Sunday morning stroll.
Everyday essentials are within easy reach, with Northwich offering Waitrose, a wide choice of cafés and independent shops, with a handy Post Office and petrol station with Costa Coffee close by. Davenham sits even nearer, with village amenities on hand, while Knutsford - with its boutiques, restaurants and access to Tatton Park’s gardens, deer park and year-round events - provides another easy-to-reach destination for days out.
The Hayhurst Arms is an easy walk from the estate, perfect for cosy winter evenings beside the fire and long summer afternoons out on the terrace overlooking the village green.
Local schooling is second to none, with Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College andindependent school The Grange, along with several well-regarded primaries in the surrounding area.
Commuting is refreshingly straightforward, with Winsford station around five minutes away for links to Crewe and Liverpool. Northwich and Holmes Chapel offer further routes to Chester, Manchester and Crewe, with fast onward connections to London. Crewe station itself is roughly a 25-minute drive, providing direct services to Euston in approximately 1 hour 35 minutes. The M6 and M56 are also within easy reach for wider North West travel.
Peaceful, practical and perfectly placed, No. 26, The Stables delivers a rare balance: countryside tranquillity wrapped in everyday convenience; a character home reinvented for easy living.