THIS stunning cottage in one of the most sought after and desirable villages in Cheshire is our property of the week.

With the perfect blend of the old and the new, Elms Cottage is a charming, four bedroom, detached home that has been extended and renovated to a high standard throughout.

Northwich Guardian: This beautiful four bedroom cottage in Plumley perfectly combines the old and the new

The village of Plumley is almost equidistant between both Northwich and Knutsford and is well serviced by a general store and Post Office, both within walking distance of the property.

It is being listed by Savills of Knutsford, with offers over £750,000 being invited.

Approached off Plumley Moore Road the cottage is accessed via the driveway to the left of the house that leads to the rear. There is an electric gated entrance and off road parking for numerous cars.

Northwich Guardian: This beautiful four bedroom cottage in Plumley perfectly combines the old and the new

On the ground floor there are four reception rooms. The Kitchen/Dining room is open plan with bi-fold doors to one side leading to a terrace. There are numerous wall to floor units and island with a breakfast bar, in what is a thoroughly modern kitchen with the odd traditional touch thrown in.

One of the home's most unique features is its garden room, which is a light and airy space, with a pitched roof and double doors again leading to the terrace.

Northwich Guardian: This beautiful four bedroom cottage in Plumley perfectly combines the old and the new

There is both a sitting and living room and both rooms have their own beautiful fireplaces.

Stairs lead from the front door to the first floor where there are four bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms that have both been recently refurbished.

The principle bedroom has an en suite shower room.

Externally the gardens are mature with a split of formal gardens and large lawned areas. There is an outbuilding that can be used for storage area or as a summer house.

Northwich Guardian: This beautiful four bedroom cottage in Plumley perfectly combines the old and the new

The village also benefits from a railway station, which is on the main line between Manchester and Chester, and the nearby A556 provides a fast gateway to the North West motorway network and Manchester International Airport.

Excellent schools are nearby catering for children of most ages in both state and private sectors.

For the sports person there are leisure centres in both the nearby towns and there are numerous notable golf courses within easy reach of the property.