5 homes for sale in Cheshire village named UK's number one best kept secret

-Credit: (Image: Rightmove)
-Credit: (Image: Rightmove)


Earlier this month we reported that a Cheshire village had been dubbed the UK's best kept secret. Malpas - an unspoilt hidden gem - was named number one in the top 20 secret villages to reside in by The Times.

Not only does it offer a variety of amenities, but the average house price is also relatively affordable compared to London or larger cities, standing at £393,430. For those who may be interested in making this beautiful village their home, we've looked at five properties that are currently up for grabs.

From country homes and barn conversions to end-terrace cottages and townhouses, the price of the properties range between £1.25m and £195,000. Scroll down to take a look at them...

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£1,250,000

Overton House -Credit:Rightmove
Overton House -Credit:Rightmove

Overton House is a stunning six-bed country home found on Tilston Road. The property is spread across three floors and described as "spacious" with "an abundance of entertaining areas".

The Rightmove listing states: "It holds the very desirable position of being just on the edge of a popular and well serviced village whilst also enjoying stunning uninterrupted views across beautiful countryside. The ground floor accommodation flows from a spacious reception hall with a staircase to the first floor.

"The drawing room, entered through double doors, is well-proportioned with a feature fireplace and doors out to the front terrace. The sitting room has built in storage and a fireplace, while the formal dining room has double doors out to the private courtyard.

Overton House -Credit:Rightmove
Overton House -Credit:Rightmove

"From the family room both the utility, boot room and downstairs shower are accessed, along with the kitchen/breakfast room via a small set of steps. From the first floor galleried landing the three bedroom suites and fourth bedroom are accessed.

"The principal bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe, ensuite bathroom with Jack and Jill sinks, and double doors out to a charming balcony. To the second floor are two further bedrooms, both with eaves storage with a shared WC. There is also access to further loft storage which could be converted."

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£735,000

The barn conversion in Malpas -Credit:Rightmove
The barn conversion in Malpas -Credit:Rightmove

This modern five-bed barn conversion is located off Tilston Road. The Rightmove listing states: "A well proportioned five bedroom family home offering spacious contemporary living accommodation benefiting from underfloor heating running throughout the ground floor conveniently situated within half a mile of Malpas village and offering stunning views across the local countryside with the Welsh Hills in the distance.

"There is a shared driveway access the seven properties in New Farm Court of which there is an allocated visitors parking area being in addition to a private double width drive for The Forge which leads to a large single garage fitted with an electronically operated up and over door.

"A pathway to the side of the property gives access to an enclosed South West facing rear garden which includes a 5.6m x 4.5m patio area creating the perfect al fresco entertaining space directly accessed off the open plan kitchen dining living area with lawned gardens beyond overlooking fields and the surrounding countryside."

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£550,000

The townhouse on Church Street -Credit:Rightmove
The townhouse on Church Street -Credit:Rightmove

This spacious four-bed townhouse is located on Church Street. The Rightmove listing states: "Situated in a popular sought-after central village location.

"Spacious Georgian Townhouse with beautifully presented and upgraded accommodation over three floors plus cellar and many character features throughout. Extensive landscaped private gardens and driveway providing off-road parking for several vehicles.

"This thriving village has a bustling High Street that provides a range of shops, public houses, and restaurants. The village caters for families with children of all ages, having a good primary school and an Ofsted rated 'outstanding' secondary school with sixth form college, whilst the Kings and Queens Schools in Chester provide excellent private education."

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£350,000

The three-bed former chapel -Credit:Rightmove
The three-bed former chapel -Credit:Rightmove

This three-bed former chapel can be found on Wrexham Road leading into the village. The Rightmove listing states: "This former chapel has been converted to create a delightful three bedroom home, sympathetically retaining the character, integrity and features of the original property.

"A south facing rear garden overlooks adjoining fields and the property benefits from being conveniently situated within walking distance of Malpas Village."

According to the listing, the property boasts a large open plan kitchen diner with double doors opening to the south facing rear garden, a well proportioned living room with log burner, woodblock floor and stained glass windows, a study, attractive reception hall, and parking to the front.

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£195,000

The end-terrace cottage -Credit:Rightmove
The end-terrace cottage -Credit:Rightmove

This two-bed end-terrace cottage id located off Church Street and within walking distance of Malpas High Street. The property benefits from a large garden with far reaching views.

The Rightmove listing states: "A storm porch is set above the front door which opens to the sitting room. This is fitted with a central cast iron fireplace with pattern tiled inserts and a timber mantel. There is a window to the front elevation and a staircase to the first floor as well as a door to the extended kitchen creating a kitchen diner to the rear.

"This is fitted with wall and floor cupboards, a work surface incorporates a stainless steel sink unit and drainer as well as a four ring ceramic hob with extractor fan above and oven beneath. There is space for a freestanding fridge freezer and plumbing for a washing machine.

The back garden at the end-terrace cottage offers 'spectacular' views -Credit:Rightmove
The back garden at the end-terrace cottage offers 'spectacular' views -Credit:Rightmove

"To the first floor there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. The Bathroom is fitted with a panel bath with shower above, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC.

"The properties on Smithy Lane are accessed on foot from Church Street, a pathway runs down the front of the cottages, this continues down the side to the rear where there are brick built outhouses for each of the properties. From the pathway to the side a further pathway leads to a large garden area approximately 40.0m x 7.0m. This is principally laid to lawn edged with stocked borders in part and offers spectacular distant views across the surrounding countryside."

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