Property of the Week – 'Remarkable' former vicarage dating back to 1854
Stephenson Browne's Property of the Week – Victoria era former vicarage in Rushton Spencer
By Matthew Hancock-Bruce 23rd May 2026
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This week, we take a look around the Old Vicarage in Rushton Spencer.
Priced at £880,000, this Victorian era property boasts five bedrooms and a number of outbuildings.
The listing reads: "Tucked away within a picturesque expanse of open countryside, this remarkable period residence, a former vicarage dating back to 1854, offers a rare opportunity to own a true piece of local history.
"Set within a generous plot of approximately three quarters of an acre, the property combines character, charm, and exciting potential, creating an idyllic setting for family life."
The Old Vicarage is approached via a stone gateway beside its own fertile orchards.
"The grounds immediately impress and are further enriched by the presence of the charming 'Old Vicarage Well', a distinctive historic feature that adds to the property's heritage appeal," the listing adds.
A grand wooden front door leads you into the entrance hall, which provides access to a WC and stairs down to the cellar, along with the rest of the ground floor accomodation.
In the lounge you will find a mullioned walk-in bay window and a Victorian cast iron coal fireplace.
The neighbouring dining room, meanwhile, comes with a Coalbrookdale fireplace.
There is also a separate morning room/study with parquet wooden flooring and a decorative original cast iron fireplace with marble surround.
The fitted kitchen is comprised of several wall and base units along with a one-and-a-half bowl single drainer stainless steel sink with mixer tap and an integrated eye-level double oven.
It also boasts a Rayburn range cooker with pine fireplace surround, space and plumbing for dishwasher and space for a fridge.
From here, you move through to the rear hall which provides access to the utility, pantry and store as well as external access out into the courtyard.
The utility room comes equipped with a Belfast porcelain sink with pillar taps, an original fireplace, the oil fired boiler, a range of shelving and base units and space to house a washing machine and dryer.
Upstairs, the galleried landing provides access to all of the first floor accomodation.
The master bedroom comes with its own en suite, comprised of a low level WC, hand wash basin with pillar taps, low level bath with pillar taps and tiled splash back, and a walk-in mixer shower with removable shower head and tiled splash back.
The main family bathroom is a four piece suite equipped with a low level WC, hand wash basin with pillar taps, low level bath with pillar taps, walk-in mains shower and Edwardian tiles throughout.
There is also a separate WC, from which you can access the main loft.
The main garden features a wildlife pond with lily pads, newts, and frogs, while the surrounding trees often play host to owls, enhancing the home's peaceful, rural atmosphere.
"A range of traditional outbuildings further enhance the property, including a historic coal house still in use today, with coal delivered via the original roadside chute," the listing adds.
There is also a detached garage, summer house, ample off-road parking, and a greenhouse equipped with power and water supply.
On location, the listing adds: "Surrounded by rolling fields and farmland, the setting offers a true countryside lifestyle, yet remains within walking distance of the Royal Oak community pub and the village school.
"Rudyard Lake is also nearby, perfect for walking and outdoor pursuits.
"Positioned between Congleton, Macclesfield, and Leek, the property benefits from access to a wide range of amenities, well-regarded schools, and convenient transport links, making it an ideal balance of rural living and accessibility."
For more information, view the listing here.
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