Cross Lanes, Tarvin CH3
North West
£700,000
Listed on 08/10/2026
Listed on 08/10/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
4Type
Detached houseArea
3451 sqftFeatures
- Garden
Description
Set on a south-easterly plot of approximately 0.94 acre near Tarvin, this detached property is described as having rural views to both the front and rear. The main house provides four bedrooms, an en suite, a shower room, three reception rooms, a kitchen, utility room and cloakroom. The listing gives the main dwelling's area as 2,531 square feet and also describes a separate, single-storey annexe of 658 square feet, with a double bedroom, open-plan living space and kitchen. A stable block of 268 square feet and extensive grounds are also included.
The property is offered with scope to modernise and adapt the existing accommodation. The listing also mentions the possibility of seeking permission for a replacement dwelling, but any such proposal would require planning and other relevant checks. Tarvin's village amenities are nearby, with Tarporley and Chester within the distances stated by the agent. The property is marketed by Gascoigne Halman in Tarporley.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
80out of 100
Grade AStrong opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At £700,000, this detached house offers a strong opportunity to acquire substantial space at £203/sq ft, well below the local average of £332/sq ft. The main house, separate annexe and stable block sit within around 0.94 acre, with mature trees, hedging and rural views adding to the appeal. The asking price is the standout strength, while the overall opportunity is supported by extensive accommodation and scope to make it your own.
The project looks light rather than a full overhaul: the main kitchen, shower-room finishes, carpets and decoration are dated, and parts of the grounds could use attention. The photographed spaces are generally usable, and no obvious major structural failure is visible. The renovation range is £10,000–£22,000; the engine’s £716,000 purchase-plus-midpoint figure is an estimate before stamp duty and fees, not a GDV.
Key opportunities
- Acquire 3,451 sq ft of combined main-house and annexe accommodation at a notably low asking price per square foot versus the local average.
- Refresh the dated main-house kitchen, shower-room finishes and decorative details to give the usable spaces a more contemporary feel.
- Make the most of the 0.94-acre grounds, mature trees and rural views with considered garden improvements.
Key risks
None recorded.
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