Location

The Willows is an elegant and charming 1930s family home, beautifully styled throughout and positioned on one of Prestbury’s most desirable residential roads. Set less than a mile from the village, the property enjoys an idyllic and tranquil setting while remaining highly convenient for Prestbury’s superb amenities. The village itself is widely regarded as one of Cheshire’s prettiest, straddling the River Bollin and centred around the historic St Peter’s Church. With origins believed to date back to Saxon times, Prestbury offers an appealing blend of excellent restaurants, traditional pubs, a small supermarket and an attractive selection of specialist shops.

The area enjoys a strong sense of community, with a thriving tennis and squash club, a cricket club and numerous local gatherings that enrich the charm of village life. Golf clubs and livery yards are plentiful, while the surrounding countryside offers scenic walks through the Bollin Valley, The Edge and the nearby Peak National Park. Prestbury train station (0.8 miles) provides a 3–4 minute service to Macclesfield, from where trains reach London Euston in approximately 1 hour 48 minutes. For local convenience, a footpath from Yew Tree Close (off Meadow Drive) provides a pleasant 15 minute walk into the village.

Families are exceptionally well catered for, with Prestbury’s primary school (0.8 miles) rated Outstanding by Ofsted and Fallibroome Academy (2.8 miles) located on the boundary between Prestbury and Macclesfield. Independent schools including King’s School Macclesfield (2.1 miles), Beech Hall (1.9 miles) The Ryleys (6 miles) Alderley Edge School for Girls (5.9 miles) and Terra Nova (10.6 miles) are all within easy reach, many offering convenient coach services from the village.

Description

Perfectly positioned at the centre of its plot, The Willows enjoys wonderful privacy to both the front and rear. A long sweeping driveway leads to ample parking, framed by tall hedging and a neatly landscaped front lawn. An elegant oak door opens into a porch and then into a welcoming, generously proportioned reception hall that immediately conveys the sophistication and scale of the home. The dual aspect formal living room is beautifully presented, featuring a characterful open fireplace, and flows through double doors into the family room, where a log burner and two sets of French doors offer delightful views and seamless access to the gardens.

The bright and spacious kitchen/dining room is a standout feature a beautifully appointed space combining a modern country aesthetic with hand painted in frame bespoke cabinetry, granite worktops, wooden flooring and integrated appliances. Bathed in natural light and enjoying picturesque garden aspects, it creates a perfect setting for both everyday family life and entertaining. There are two additional reception rooms a formal dining room and a versatile study/playroom enhance the home’s flexibility, while the ground floor also features a WC, utility room, plentiful storage and a converted garage currently arranged as a gym.

The first floor offers five generously proportioned bedrooms. The indulgent principal suite is particularly impressive, featuring high ceilings, extensive fitted wardrobes, a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom and a Juliet balcony that frames serene views across the garden. A spacious second bedroom also benefits from an en suite shower room. Bedrooms three, four and five are all of good size, complemented by a contemporary family bathroom.

The rear garden is a true highlight of the property beautifully maintained, exceptionally private and backing onto open fields. A full width terrace spans the rear elevation, while an additional patio is perfectly positioned to capture the evening sun. The extensive level lawn creates a wonderfully tranquil setting, ideal for family life, stylish outdoor entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Rich in period charm, with high ceilings, open fireplaces and wooden flooring, and styled with effortless elegance throughout, The Willows offers impressive reception rooms, stunning garden views and generous bedroom accommodation. It is a beautifully presented and sophisticated home that combines the allure of 1930s character with refined modern living a truly delightful residence in one of Prestbury’s most coveted locations.