Torkington Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire

10 Torkington Road was commissioned by the current owners as a bespoke new build residence completed in 2019 and designed by award winning CAVE Architecture + Design. The property represents the epitome of innovative and aspirational architecture resulting in an exceptionally designed contemporary residence.

The property is located on one of Wilmslow’s most prestigious roads and offers circa 5300 sq ft of immaculate living accommodation and a truly uncompromising specification throughout, boasting five bedrooms, four bathrooms and three reception rooms. High specification features include a Bulthaup kitchen, Gaggenau & Siemens appliances, bathroom fittings from designers Duravit, Dornbracht, Axor and Starck and an abundance of Italian cabinetry including wardrobes with automatic lighting. All the doors are either full height pocket doors or flush fitting with matching recessed skirting boards throughout.

The property is also equipped with the latest home intelligence technology, including Crestron home control system for the TV’s, lighting, electronically operated blinds and curtains and ceiling speakers. There is underfloor heating throughout the property with each room independently controlled via a mobile app. A Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery system (MVHR) circulates fresh air throughout the home.

Set back from the road the property is approached via an in and out resin bound driveway providing ample off road parking and leads into the integral double garage with remote control garage door. The accommodation is entered via an oversized door into a grandiose double height hallway with porcelain tiled flooring which flows throughout the downstairs. A fabulous feature staircase, of floating treads with inset lighting and a glass balustrade leads to a stunning galleried landing with an exposed steel design roof.

To the rear of the hall, and accessed via full height glass double doors, is the spectacular 36’5 by 19’4 open plan living/dining/kitchen area. The beautiful Bulthaup kitchen with a handleless streamlined design is finished with matching worktops and features dual islands with an integral breakfast bar. The range of integrated Gaggenau appliances is extensive and includes a steam oven, two conventional ovens, two warming drawers, a microwave, a dishwasher, a full-height fridge, together with a wine cooler, and a Quooker tap. A small workstation is concealed behind double doors. In addition, there is a pantry with a full-height freezer as well as a separate boot room with fitted storage, a Belfast sink and access to the integral garage, enclosed side porch and a plant room.

The living/kitchen/dining space has access to the outdoor patio via two electrically operated patio doors and via full-height sliding pocket doors to the formal living and dining space. The formal dining area has ample space for a large dining table and the sitting area benefits from ceiling height corner glass patio doors to give further access to the outdoors. This stunning open plan living space is zoned by a feature gas fire, creating a striking focal point and this impressive area creates the perfect place for day to day living, dining and entertaining on a grand scale. Being south facing both the kitchen/family room and sitting room are flooded with natural light and allow for indoor/outdoor living.

To the left of the hallway lies an additional versatile reception room currently used as a home gymnasium with side access to the drive, this room could be used as a home cinema room, family nook or snug. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a spacious cloakroom and WC, with Duravit, Axor and Starck fittings, a floating vanity unit and large mirror. A separate room contains the technology and communications hub.
The bespoke staircase leads to the galleried landing with glass balustrade under a large roof light. On the first floor, the indulgent principal suite benefits from a fully fitted dressing room, a contemporary bathroom with a bath, shower and WC cubicle. The stunning bedroom leads onto the balcony with composite decking and glass balustrade overlooking the rear gardens.

Additionally, there are four further bedrooms on the first floor, two of which are en suite and one also has a dressing area. The other two bedrooms are served by a contemporary family bathroom with a free standing bath and shower. All the bathrooms feature Duravit and Dornbracht fittings with porcelain tiles. One of the bedrooms is currently fitted out as a home office and media room and is beautifully presented with a large floor to ceiling window. The first floor also includes the laundry room with porcelain tiling, Belfast sink and a linen store. There is also a separate store room with roof access, which completes the first floor.

Externally, the generous fully enclosed landscaped south facing gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with planted borders, and enjoy a high degree of privacy. The expansive porcelain tiled patio area is the ideal spot for outside entertaining and an attractive water feature completes this impressive outdoor space.

Situated on one of Wilmslow’s most prestigious roads, 10 Torkington Road offers a unique opportunity to purchase a bespoke, innovatively designed residence constructed in the heart of Wilmslow. The house is located 0.7 miles from the centre of Wilmslow, 0.6 miles from the train station and a short walk from the Bollin Valley.

The area offers a wide choice of schooling with popular local state and private schools within easy striking distance. The property is well placed for easy access to the M56 and A34 for commuters to Manchester and the North West commercial centres. Manchester Airport is 4.3 miles away. Wilmslow mainline train station offers a 1 hour 51 minute service to London Euston, a 19 minute service to Manchester Piccadilly and a 10 minute service to Manchester Airport.