Property of the Week - Grade II-listed 17th century farmhouse with abundance of original features
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By Matthew Hancock-Bruce 14th Feb 2026
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This week, we take a look around the Tower House, a 'remarkable' Grade II-listed 17th century stone farmhouse.
Set in the heart of Rainow village, this property is surrounded by open countryside and enjoys far-reaching views in every direction.
The listing reads: "Offering extensive accommodation across three floors, along with a detached barn, generous gardens and private gated parking, this is a substantial and highly individual home.
"Rich in history and character, the property retains an abundance of original features including exposed beams, stone flooring, handcrafted timber doors and traditional fireplaces, all carefully balanced with the practicalities required for modern family life."

The entrance hallway provides impressive and welcoming space featuring stone flooring, wall lighting and a central heating radiator.
On your right you will find a charming and characterful dining room with natural stone flooring, exposed beams, handmade timber doors and an open fireplace.
Opposite is the beautifully balanced dual-aspect reception room centred around a log burning stove set within a stone fireplace.
There is a secondary reception room, providing an ideal space for home working or hobbies.

The heart of the home is of course the kitchen.
This has been fitted with a range of farmhouse style base and eye-level units complemented by granite worktops, Belfast sink and tiled splashbacks.
It also boasts quarry tiled flooring, an AGA fitted oven and space for appliances.
There is also a cellar, providing useful storage space.

Moving up to the first floor you will find four bedrooms.
Take your pick of the rooms, with some offering fitted wardrobes and others boasting views of White Nancy.
The family bathroom has been fitted with a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and low-level WC.
There is a separate 'Jack & Jill' en suite featuring a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and low-level WC.
From here you can access a dressing room with extensive wardrobes and storage as well as one of the four bedrooms.

On the second floor you will find a further two bedrooms.
Both are large and flexible rooms with exposed beams and fitted carpets.
There is an additional bathroom fitted with a bath and shower over, wash hand basin and low-level WC.

In addition to the main house, there is a detached stone-built barn conversion annexe providing useful supplementary accommodation, with two bedrooms and flexible living space suited to guest accommodation, workspace, or multi-generational use.
The barn boasts a spacious reception room with natural stone flooring and a kitchen fitted with base units, work surfaces and stainless-steel sink with drainer.
Meanwhile, the bathroom is comprised of a bath, wash hand basin and low-level WC.
There is also a large garage with double doors, power and lighting, ideal for storage or workshop use.

Externally, the property enjoys substantial south-facing gardens that take full advantage of the elevated setting, with mature planting, fruit trees, open lawns and a number of seating areas positioned to enjoy the surrounding countryside views.
On location, the listing adds: "Rainow offers a true village setting surrounded by some of the most scenic landscapes in the area, with immediate access to the Peak District and an abundance of walking routes on the doorstep.
"Well-known local trails lead towards White Nancy, Kerridge Ridge and the wider network of footpaths and bridleways that define this part of Cheshire, making it ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors.
"Despite its rural feel, the property remains well connected. Macclesfield is just a short drive away, offering a full range of everyday amenities, independent shops, cafés and restaurants, along with a mainline train station providing direct services into Manchester and London."

For more information, visit www.northwooduk.com or call 01625 617640.
Alternatively, visit Northwood's Macclesfield office at 22 Church Street, SK11 6LB.
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