Birchwood House, The Green, Wrenbury CW5 8EZ

Following extensive renovations, this iconic, spacious Georgian house with its own annexe has been returned to all its glory in the heart of Wrenbury village. Perfect for multigenerational living in Cheshire.

Welcome to Birchwood House, an expansive, light-filled home nestled in the heart of the charming village of Wrenbury, replete with its own 2 bedroom annexe. A brilliant addition to the home, the recently refurbished annexe is ideal for families, multigenerational living, visiting guests and friends, or could even be used as another source of income.

Offering the perfect combination of space, light, convenience and accessibility, Birchwood House is the home that keeps on giving. Recently refurbished and restored by the current owners, the home features a new roof, timber front door, windows, guttering, fresh paintwork and a modern family kitchen.

OWNER QUOTE: “It’s all been redone within the last two years. This is a home filled with all the modern comforts and completely fit for the future.”

Georgian Grandeur
Dating from the 1800s and striking a symmetrical pose overlooking the village green, Birchwood House is the epitome of Georgian grandeur. Two large sash bay windows on either side of a welcoming oak porch make for a symmetrical and eye-catching introduction to this grand home.

Make your way toward the village green and pull up on one of two driveways, where there is room to park three to six cars. South facing, a pretty front lawn welcomes you with space for seating, offering the perfect spot to watch the sunrise and sunset.

Step Inside
Make your way up the central path and ascend the steps to the handsome front door with a glazed side panel and decorative fanlight above. Decorative tiles in the front porch transition to the original tiles in the wide and welcoming entrance hall.

Brimming with light from the two bay windows, and oh so inviting, this is a home that bursts with natural light and space. A spindle staircase leads to the upper floors, and the open-plan kitchen diner is accessible from both straight ahead and to the left, but first, turn right into the lounge.

Decorated in comforting tones of racing green and flooded with light from the large bay window that showcases the village green, this is a cosy and atmospheric room in which to relax. Light up the log burning stove and bask in its warmth as you lose yourself in the pages of your favourite book or gaze out of the expansive window to the scenes outside. The wooden flooring adds to the sense of cosiness and with ample space for seating, it’s a restful room in which to destress and close the door on the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Return to the entrance hall and continue straight ahead, passing through the kitchen with its large bay window, to reach a room currently used as a playroom. Wooden flooring extends underfoot and with neutral décor and plenty of space, this is a room that lends itself to a multitude of uses. Ideal as a home office, snug or living space, this room is flexible and adaptable.

The Hub of the Home
Retrace your steps to the open-plan kitchen diner where the large bay window, replete with window seat, beckons. Pick up a glass of your favourite tipple and take a seat as you look out over the green. Invite friends over to sit with you and share in conversation as you chat with family and friends in the kitchen and dining area.

OWNER QUOTE: “I love to go into the kitchen in the morning with a coffee, look out over the green and watch the sunrise.”

Designed to be both sociable and functional, this is an area that fosters get-togethers and connection. Take a seat at the large central island, a natural congregation point for family and friends, and chat to the chef whilst meals are prepared.

Hard-wearing laminate flooring underfoot takes care of any slips or spills, and other appliances in the kitchen include an induction hob, double oven, boiling water tap and dishwasher. Solid oak kitchen cabinetry in striking royal navy and deckton countertops, provide plenty of space to prepare feasts and treats.

Flexible Family Living
Flow through to the dining area, passing the door that provides access to the outside and make your way to the large table and chairs. Original beams adorn the low ceiling and along with the decorative pendant lighting, the perfect ambience is provided for hosting dinner parties, large get-togethers, or casual family meals.

Straight ahead, discover the pantry. A line of bespoke cabinets from floor to ceiling provides ample storage for food items and kitchen essentials. Turn left into the utility area, with skylight and tiled flooring. Home to the freestanding fridge freezer, washing machine and dryer, with a large Belfast sink and countertop space. Another access point to the home can be found here, and makes for an ideal entrance after a day of adventuring.

With plenty of space to pull off wellington boots and clean up canine companions, make your way into the shower room, featuring a washbasin, WC and a walk-in shower.

Adaptable Spaces
Retrace your steps back into the dining area and cross the space to find a large family room with a wall of bifold doors that lead out onto the patio and garden area. In summer months, open them up to dine alfresco and invite friends over for wood-fired pizzas and barbeques, where there is plenty of room for all.

Return to the dining area and take a left to descend the steps leading to the cellar. Currently used as a home gym, this versatile space offers a range of possibilities. Cross the room and take the glazed door to the staircase leading to the workshop. This spacious and adaptable area also provides access to the garden.

Sweet Dreams
Return to the entrance hall and take the stairs to the upper floor. Turn left to discover a room currently used as a study but is easily adaptable to a bedroom.

Next door is a large double bedroom, filled with light from the sash window and overlooking the green. Make your way into the Jack ‘n’ Jill bathroom, which features a corner bath with an overhead shower, a heated towel rail, a WC and a washbasin. This bathroom connects to another double bedroom with stairs leading back out onto the landing.

Continue along the landing into the principal suite, where you’ll find a spacious dressing room on your left, offering ample storage for all personal items. Flow through to the large double bedroom where a decorative fireplace makes for a great feature. With neutral décor and vaulted ceilings with original beams, the sense of space is dramatic. Make your way into the en-suite, featuring a WC, wash basin, and a large walk-in shower.

Retrace your steps back to the landing and turn right into the Jack ‘n’ Jill family bathroom. This bright contemporary room features wainscot walls, a tiled floor, and a large window. It boasts a free-standing bath, perfect for relaxing, along with a WC, wash basin and large walk-in shower.

From the bathroom, take the door leading into another spacious double bedroom which features a stunningly decorated ceiling.

The Annexe
From the pantry, take the door that connects to the self-contained annexe leading into a large and bright lounge. Featuring original beams in the ceiling, it’s a bright and spacious room. Flow through into the kitchen diner, with plenty of white cabinetry for storage, appliances include an integrated microwave, dishwasher, oven, boiling water tap and hob.

An extended glazed roof with floor to ceiling windows and double doors leading out onto the patio and garden make for an ideal dining area, where you can let the outside in whilst enjoying the views.

OWNER QUOTE: “My parents currently live in the Annexe, but you could easily use it as an extra source of income or for visiting friends, it’s so versatile.”

Discover the downstairs cloakroom comprising a WC and wash basin, beside a storage area for coats and shoes beside the front entrance to the annexe.

Retrace your steps back through the kitchen and into the lounge and ascend the staircase to the upper floor. Two spacious bedrooms can be found, both with vaulted ceilings and both featuring an en-suite comprising a WC, wash basin and a large walk-in shower.

Garden and Grounds
With the front of the home south-facing, enjoy sunrises and sunsets from the seating area beside the manicured lawn with a cup of something warm. As dusk settles, light up the fire pit to sit and spot the constellations with friends and loved ones.

The two separate driveways provide ample parking, ensuring that there is plenty of space for visiting guests, and with the garden wrapping around the home, there is an array of outside spaces to discover and enjoy.

OWNER QUOTE: “As the garden wraps the home, you can find the sunshine or shade whatever the time of day.”

Quiet and peaceful, the garden and patio to the rear of the home are ideal for barbeques and garden parties. With bifold doors leading into the home, the transition between outside and in is seamless, making entertaining completely effortless.

Connected to the home is the workshop, accessible from the garden as well as the cellar. This is an adaptable and versatile space that holds a multitude of possibilities. A summerhouse offers the opportunity for another entertaining space or home bar, as well as providing an area for storage.

With a shed ready to keep all garden equipment and furniture safely stored away, along with the access points to the home and annexe, the garden to Birchwood House is as adaptable and flexible as the inside living spaces.

Beyond the door
Nestled in the heart of Wrenbury village, a welcoming place that boasts an array of shops including a post office, doctor’s surgery, cafe and primary school, getting involved in the community couldn’t be easier.

Join the tennis or bowls club or take in a delicious meal at The Dusty Miller, where you can have a drink by the side of the canal. Hop in the car and make your way over to visit the charming historical market town of Nantwich, to browse the many shops, cafes and restaurants there.

Commuting is a breeze, with Crewe train station just a 20 minute drive away, offering an express line to London in just over an hour and a half.

Perfectly placed in such a pretty and peaceful setting and yet close to all amenities and easily connected to larger towns, Birchwood House offers the best of both worlds.



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