The Old Corn Barn

Just a short walk from the charming Cheshire village of Little Budworth and enveloped in countryside, spacious, light-filled, contemporary living awaits at The Old Corn Barn; an entertaining haven of a home seasoned with history. 

Sublime setting 

With woodland walks just five minutes from the door, and a mere mile from the A49 and its convenient links to the surrounding cities, The Old Corn Barn is a true country refuge. Rural, but not remote, it sits within a patchwork of fields and offers enchanting views out over the five-acre Millpool lake.

OWNER QUOTE: “Our neighbours are the cows in the surrounding fields. It’s very peaceful here.”

Just four miles from the thriving village of Tarporley, cited on the Sunday Times ‘best places to live in the UK’ list in 2023. Experience the best of both convenience and countryside from The Old Corn Barn.

Drive through the automatic electric gated entrance and onto the private driveway, where there is ample parking for five or six vehicles, alongside a large garage with space for two large cars in addition to storage room. There is also an electric vehicle charging point available.

Country setting…contemporary living

Rich in history, The Old Corn Barn, dating back to 1880, while not listed, is a home with a tale to tell. Converted in around 2006 and lovingly restored by its current owners, The Old Corn Barn evolved from storing grain to a unique, rural home.

Taken back to its shell, all windows have been replaced, together with the installationof a stunning ground to ceiling picture window, alongside additional renovations. Treated beams remain in situ throughout the barn, infusing classic Cheshire country warmth and character.

Make your way indoors, into a light filled double height entrance hall, tiled underfoot and brimming with storage and a sink. Beams feature overhead, as you make your way through into the spectacular sitting-dining room, where honey-toned oak flooring extends underfoot.

Wine and dine

Open, airy and drenched in light, this contemporary living space is ideal for entertaining, with ample space for sofas and dining tables, overlooking the private, fenced terrace – the perfect place for alfresco dining beneath the warmth of the summer sun.

Feast your eyes

Beyond, step through to the right, into the capacious kitchen. A comprehensive cooking space, zoned and furnished with ovens, hobs, extractor hoods and grills, this wonderfully-equipped culinary centrepiece features a wide array of appliances, including a stainless-steel American style larder fridge and freezer, microwave oven and dishwasher.

A true chef’s kitchen, black granite worktops gleam beneath the spotlighting, offering plenty of preparation space for family gatherings and celebrations. Storage is abundant, with sociable breakfast bar seating at the central island.

French doors invite the light in, offering instant access out to the private patio terrace for sunny coffee breaks.

Soak up the serenity

Returning across the sitting room, part-glazed double doors open to the left, inviting you down into the leisure complex of The Old Corn Barn. Light streams in through a series of doors, opening to the driveway. Oak flooring continues through the gym area, before a glass door connects you to the spa. Tiled underfoot and warmed by underfloor heating, step up to the sunken, six-person hot tub. Beautifully tiled to the walls and floor, with exposed beams above, soak up the serenity of life at The Old Corn Barn; a home designed for indulgent relaxation.

There is also access to a small wine cellar, a separate treatment room, alongside a shower room with walk-in shower, wash basin and WC.

Ascend the glass and oak staircase to the first-floor lounge, where bespoke shutters dress the arched window, which looks out over fields and Budworth Woods beyond.

Admire the relaxing views from the picture window out over the Millpool from this spacious and uniquely designed lounge. Elegant angles and seamless glass balustrades, counterbalanced by warm-toned rustic beams bestow a sense of timelessness to this heritage home.

Sleep beckons

Currently accommodating a Victorian cast iron four poster bed, showcasing the scope of this spacious and airy, double height bedroom, sink into comforting sleep in the first of the double bedrooms at The Old Corn Barn. Cosily carpeted underfoot, bespoke shutters adorn the large window, and also a quirky circular window above, harking back to the barn’s heritage, when it formerly served as a breathing hole for the hay.

Beams extend overhead, with a dressing area, and private shower room ensuite, with shower, wash basin and WC. From the Juliet balcony of the bedroom, admire the soothing views out over the lake – Oulton Millpool, owned by Oulton Estates and cared for by the fishing club, who rent a peak of land across the water from The Old Corn Barn, to fish on.

Returning to the lounge, across the way lies a second spacious double bedroom, bedecked in stunning beams and furnished with a dressing area with fitted storage, and a stylish, tiled ensuite containing shower, wash basin and WC.

Views entreat out over the fields and Budworth Woods in the distance. Modernised throughout, The Old Corn Barn retains every inch of its comfort and characterful charm.

Dine alfresco

Outside, dine, relax and unwind in the sunshine on the large, private patio, where there is plenty of space for outdoor dining furniture.

Views extend over to a low wooded dell, bringing the glorious surrounding countryside and birdsong tangibly close.

Out and about

Nestled close to the shores of the stunning Oulton Millpool, The Old Corn Barn is enveloped in countryside.

Walk – or cycle - out through the gates to reach the sociable village of Little Budworth, home to an active village hall, cricket club, local shop and even one or two country inns. Soak up the ambience in The Red Lion and the Egerton Arms – also home to The Village Shop.

Drawing upon the bountiful produce of the local farms, The Village Shop proudly features a curated selection of locally sourced items courtesy of nearby farms and suppliers including Rose Farm, Briscoe Dairies, Cheshire Cheese, Tanners wine, and Clotton Dairies. Focused on sustainability and community involvement, The Village Shop highlights the diverse flavours and craftsmanship that Cheshire has to offer.

Around five minutes’ away, peruse the freshly baked breads, homemade pies, homecooked meats and market fresh fruit and vegetables at the renowned Hollies Farm Shop on Tarporley Road. With its own butchers, delicatessen and takeawayalongside a substantial gift barn with a range of books, puzzles, toys, jewellery and more available, pick-up artisan produce and freshly baked cakes locally sourced in Cheshire.

Families are well served by several local schools including Eaton Primary School,Tarporley Primary School and the highly esteemed Tarporley High School.

A little way down the road lies Oulton Park Circuit, a racing track set in the picturesque grounds of the former Oulton Park country estate. This estate has strong connections to the American service personnel, whose initials can be seen carved into the surrounding trees.

Holding race events at various times throughout the year, residents of the Old Corn Barn can receive a seasonal pass to attend the races.

The charming village of Tarporley, located about 4 miles away, has been described by The Sunday Times as 'Cheshire at its most well-heeled and welcoming’.

Situated just half a mile from the A49, The Old Corn Barn is ideally positioned - only 30 minutes from the historic city of Chester, 55 minutes from Manchester Airport and 45 minutes from Liverpool. Winsford train station, just seven miles away, provides convenient links to London, with a large car park available for commuters.

Whether you’re seeking a more manageable space or simply looking to enjoy the relaxed pace of village life in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, The Old Corn Barn offers the perfect recipe for low-maintenance living, seasoned with all the right ingredients for entertaining, comfort and calm.

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