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5 bed house for sale The Old School Windmill Lane, Preston On The Hill, Warrington, Warrington, WA4 4AZ

5 beds 3 baths Detached House

Freehold

Added on 31/08/2026

About this property

The Old School, Preston on the HillSteeped in history and beautifully reimagined for modern family living, The Old School is an exceptional detached residence occupying a delightful position within the sought-after village of Preston on the Hill. Originally constructed in 1880 as the village school, this remarkable home has been sympathetically restored and thoughtfully extended to create over 3,000 sq ft of luxurious accommodation, seamlessly blending period charm with contemporary elegance.A striking panelled entrance door opens into a welcoming reception hall, where exquisite Ted Todd engineered oak flooring immediately sets the tone for the quality and craftsmanship found throughout the property.

Property type: Detached House
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Floor area: 2,909 sq ft
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax band: Ask agent
Postcode: WA4 4AZ

Key features

A truly exceptional period residence occupying a picturesque setting, enjoying breathtaking far-reaching countryside views across the Cheshire landscape.
Beautifully restored and reimagined for modern family living, seamlessly combining contemporary design with an abundance of original character and charm.
Five generously proportioned bedrooms, including two luxurious en-suite suites and a private balcony serving the guest bedroom.
An outstanding principal suite occupying the full depth of the property, featuring panoramic rural views, a bespoke dressing area and an elegant en-suite bathroom.
Magnificent open-plan living space centred around the bespoke family kitchen, with dedicated dining and sitting areas and patio doors opening directly onto the landscaped gardens.
A home rich in heritage and character, originally dating back to the 19th century and thoughtfully transformed into a remarkable family residence.
Situated within the sought-after hamlet of Preston on the Hill, offering a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle whilst remaining conveniently positioned for Hatton, Daresbury, Stockton Heath
Elegant formal sitting room featuring a bespoke media wall, creating the perfect space for relaxation and entertaining.
Substantial utility and laundry room providing excellent practical space, with direct access to the integral double garage.

Floorplan

Price guide

This home

£273 / sq ft

Area average (sold)

£310 / sq ft

Price per area, sold homes nearby

£195 / sq ft

£273 / sq ft

£413 / sq ft

Lowest

This home

Highest

£273 per sq ft — below the middle of recent sales in WA4 (£195–£413, 10th–90th percentile, 1,579 sales over 24 months).

Lowest and highest are the 10th and 90th percentiles of 1,579 homes sold in WA4 over the last 24 months. This home's figure uses its asking price. All sold £/sq ft in WA4 →

Location

The Old School Windmill Lane, Preston On The Hill, Warrington, Warrington, WA4 4AZ

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Sold prices in WA4 4AZ

HM Land Registry sales in WA4 4AZ. Floor areas from Energy Performance Certificates where matched.

Address	Type	Sold	Size	Size	£/sq ft	Price
Meadow House, Windmill Lane Detached	Detached	Apr 2024	—	—	—	£665,000
Sumners Farm Cottage, Windmill Lane Terraced	Terraced	Sept 2023	—	—	—	£220,000
1, Manor Cottage, Windmill Lane Terraced	Terraced	Feb 2022	893 sq ft £237/sq ft	893 sq ft	£237	£212,000
The Old School, Windmill Lane Detached	Detached	Sept 2021	—	—	—	£678,000
White House Cottage, Windmill Lane Terraced	Terraced	Aug 2021	—	—	—	£305,000
Rose Bank, Windmill Lane Semi-detached	Semi-detached	Nov 2020	—	—	—	£285,000
Orchard House, Windmill Lane Detached	Detached	Oct 2020	—	—	—	£640,000
Windmill Farm, Windmill Lane Detached	Detached	Jul 2020	—	—	—	£810,000