Wards Lane, Congleton
Monthly Rental Of £1,425

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A Prestigious Cotton Mill Conversion in an Idyllic Waterside Setting

Set within a prestigious and beautifully restored former cotton mill—now home to just nine exclusive residences—this unique property offers a rare blend of heritage charm, contemporary design, and an unrivalled rural location, overlooking the tranquil mill feeder pond.

The dramatic setting is enhanced by its practicality: while enveloped in countryside beauty, the home is only minutes from Congleton town centre, offering the best of both worlds.

Accommodation
Spread across three levels, the layout offers a refreshing alternative to conventional living, providing versatility for entertaining, relaxing, and working from home.

• Ground Floor – The entrance opens into a bespoke kitchen, showcasing modern industrial-style steel-effect units, formica preparation surfaces, and high-quality Siemens appliances. Electric underfloor heating runs beneath stylish limestone tiling. The adjoining sitting room is bathed in natural light and boasts views towards the mill pond. A picture door leads to a front terrace—perfect for alfresco dining with a stunning backdrop.
• First Floor – The central staircase leads to two flexible rooms: Bedroom Three/Second Lounge and Bedroom Four/Dining Room, served by a luxuriously appointed shower room.
• Second Floor – Here you’ll find Bedroom Two, complete with a mezzanine IT/chill-out area, and the impressive main bedroom, both featuring high angular ceilings and exposed oak beams. A sleek, modern bathroom completes this floor.

Outside
The property benefits from a garage with utility space, a parking bay directly in front, and an additional designated space.

Location
Nestled within the beautiful Dane In Shaw area, this home offers immediate access to picturesque walks along the tree-lined Biddulph Valley disused railway line and the Macclesfield Canal. Local amenities include Mossley C of E Primary School and popular pubs such as The Queens Head Hotel, The Railway Inn, and The Castle Inn—each offering a warm welcome, family-friendly atmosphere, and excellent food.

For commuters, Junction 17 or 18 of the M6 is within easy reach, Congleton railway station offers regular services to Manchester Piccadilly and London Euston, and Manchester Airport is easily accessible.

This is more than a home—it’s an unrepeatable opportunity to live in one of Cheshire’s most picturesque waterside locations.

As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments.

Permitted Payments
 
Before the tenancy starts (payable to Timothy A Brown 'the Agent')

Holding Deposit (per tenancy) — One week’s rent. Payable to Timothy A Brown 'the Agent'
This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year) — Five weeks’ rent. Payable to Timothy A Brown 'the Agent'
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

During the tenancy (payable to the Agent)

Unpaid Rent
Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s)
Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request) — £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation.
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request) — £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher.
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Early Termination (Tenant’s Request)
Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

During the tenancy (payable to the provider) if permitted and applicable
Utilities - gas, electricity, water, drainage
Communications - telephone and broadband
Installation of cable/satellite supplier
Television licence
Council Tax

Other permitted payments
Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.

Tenant Protection
Timothy A Brown is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme, which is a client money protection scheme, and is also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on the agent's website or by contacting the agent directly.