Woodside Farm Cottage, Matley, Hyde, SK14 4DX

A magnificently partially renovated 17th-century cottage set in a private semi-rural haven — approximately 0.7 acre plot within a vast, rolling countryside ring.

Step through the porch and leave the everyday behind.

The Cottage at Woodside Farm is a rare, character-filled home dating from 1670, sympathetically part renovated and ready for its new custodian to complete to exacting tastes.

Nestled as part of a tiny cluster of three dwellings, tucked away from the beaten track yet well connected, this is the kind of English country home that rarely appears on the market.

Built in 1670, this cottage carries the patina of rural life across three centuries.

During recent careful restoration, original timbers, stone corners and deep-set cottage windows were painstakingly taken back to their former glory using traditional sandblasting techniques.

The effect is an authentic celebration of age — exposed beams, stonework and hand-finished features — combined with newly fitted electrics and central heating system, that let you finish the house exactly how you want it: classic in feel, contemporary in performance.

From the charming beam-framed porch you enter into a home that balances rustic character with thoughtful living spaces.

The kitchen features a bespoke range of cream wall and base units with dramatic black marble worktops, a high-level oven with integrated combi-microwave, electric hob with extractor and a sunken Blanco sink.

Tile flooring runs through the kitchen and into the adjoining WC area, where first-fix plumbing and plasterboard are already in place.

Sliding doors open to a conservatory that flows onto a balcony terrace, perfect for morning coffee and garden views.

A door also leads from the kitchen into the dining hallway, where the magic of the original architecture truly comes to life.

Original beams and stone corners have all been restored to their original state, and the groundwork electrical first and second-fix has been completed.

Through a set of double doors lies the formal living room, a space filled with character.

Exposed beams and supporting pillars frame a feature stone chimney that has been carefully restored and now houses a large multi-fuel log burner.

French doors open to a side garden terrace with views over woodland, and the formal front door also gives direct access to this welcoming room.

On the first floor, the landing gives access to all bedrooms and bathrooms, with further exposed beam work continuing the cottage’s character.

The principal suite is a fabulous master bedroom with fitted robes and French doors leading out onto a private balcony.

A door leads into what would be an ensuite, with plumbing and plasterboard ready for completion, continuing through to a walk-through wardrobe — a self-contained primary suite.

The second bedroom is a generous double with its own walk-in closet.

The third bedroom is another good-sized double with a walk-through closet and windows overlooking the surrounding woodland, while the fourth double bedroom features windows to the side elevation.

The spacious bathroom accommodates a four-piece suite, currently comprising a corner bath, shower cubicle, basin and WC, with a frosted window.

Set on approximately 0.7 acres of private grounds, with the wider countryside extending beyond but not forming part of the title, The Cottage occupies a wonderfully private plot approached via an adjacent lane.

Mature hedging and trees create a deep sense of seclusion. The formal private gardens begin adjacent to the property, plus more beyond the parking, where you find the outbuildings.

Passing through a feature archway leads to the main garden area, which includes double garage space, stabling and storage, ideal for hobby or business use.

A gate leads into the pool garden, home to the external swimming pool and two changing rooms.

Beyond this area, you will find a shed, chicken coop and pond — practical and picturesque in equal measure.

This is a one-of-a-kind property offering the mix of historic charm and rural utility rarely found so close to Greater Manchester.

The Cottage sits in the semi-rural Matley area of Hyde, a countryside pocket with woodland and fields on the doorstep, yet within reach of town amenities.

For city commuters, Hyde offers straightforward rail links into Manchester: services from Hyde stations to Manchester Piccadilly are frequent and fast, with journey times typically around 17 to 22 minutes by train, making this cottage an appealing choice for professionals seeking rural living with quick access to the regional centre.

Drive times to central Manchester are similarly convenient, and motorway links are easily accessible.

Local supermarkets, schools, leisure facilities and community amenities are all within easy reach in Hyde and nearby towns; yet once you pass through the cottage gate, the day-to-day world feels wonderfully distant.

The Cottage at Woodside Farm offers authentic 17th-century character that has been sympathetically restored, with exposed beams, sandblasted stonework and deep window reveals.

It also includes significant leisure and outbuildings — a double garage, stables, tack rooms, swimming pool and changing facilities.

The private plot of approximately 0.7 acres provides terraces and woodland views, offering exceptional privacy in a semi-rural setting.

Modern groundwork, including new electrics and plumbing, has already been completed, allowing the new owner to finish the property to their own specification with ease.

It is ideal for those seeking a country lifestyle with rapid commuter access to Manchester.

Viewings : To fully appreciate the scale, tranquillity and craftsmanship of The Cottage at Woodside Farm, we strongly recommend a personal inspection.

Please contact the listed estate agent to arrange a private viewing — this is a rare opportunity to secure a truly unique historic home in a private setting with superb potential.

The Cottage is more than a house — it’s a story, a garden, a hobby and a private retreat all rolled into one.

If you’ve been searching for the kind of English cottage that feels like it was always meant to be home, your search may very well end here.