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Tong End, Whitworth, OL12 8BJ

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Cottagetype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 2 days ago · Rossendale

How the price compares

This home£190,000
Median 2 bed in OL12£160k36 homes listed · £199 per sq ft
Difference+19%above the area median

Key features

  • Charming two-bedroom cottage
  • Beautiful countryside setting
  • Original Victorian-style cast iron cooking range fireplace
  • Exposed beams and traditional cottage features
  • Useful cellar providing additional storage
  • Characterful bathroom with freestanding clawfoot bath
  • Master bedroom with original cast iron fireplace
  • Attractive tiered front garden
  • On-street parking available to the rear via Tong End
  • Cowm Reservoir and countryside walks right on the doorstep

About this home

Adamsons Barton Kendal are delighted to introduce this charming two-bedroom cottage, occupying a sought-after semi-rural position in Whitworth, offering peaceful countryside living with beautiful surrounding views and an abundance of outdoor space.

Ideally tucked away, the property enjoys Cowm Reservoir right on its doorstep, together with a fantastic selection of countryside walks. Whitworth village amenities are also close by, including local shops, restaurants and highly regarded schools.

The versatile accommodation briefly comprises a lounge, galley kitchen, cellar, separate study/storage room, three-piece bathroom suite, master bedroom and second attic bedroom.

Externally, the property benefits from a fantastic tiered garden to the front, enjoying lovely views across the surrounding hills. The garden incorporates a stone-flagged seating area, raised stone-built planting beds and stone steps leading down to a well-maintained lawn and further flagstone patio, providing plenty of space to sit back and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

On-street parking is available to the rear of the property, accessed via Tong End, with the main entrance to the cottage situated on the opposite side.

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a characterful cottage in a desirable semi-rural location, offering versatile living accommodation, excellent outdoor space and countryside living right on the doorstep. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all this property has to offer.

Lounge - 4.53m x 4.53m A characterful reception room featuring carpeted flooring, exposed ceiling beams, a carpeted wooden staircase and an original Victorian-style cast iron cooking range fireplace.

Kitchen - 1.71m x 4.51m Fitted with white gloss wall and base units, silver handles and wood-grain worktops. Includes a newly fitted oven and grill, integrated extractor, stainless steel sink and drainer, concealed Worcester Bosch boiler, laminate flooring and three windows with roller blinds. Wooden door leading to the cellar.

Landing - 5.04m x 1.60m Carpeted landing with traditional wooden doors leading to the first-floor accommodation.

Bathroom - 3.31m x 2.85m  A characterful bathroom featuring a freestanding clawfoot bath on an elevated wooden platform, dark wood corner vanity unit, tiled walls, WC with traditional pull-chain flush and bifold window blinds.

Bedroom One - 3.06m x 2.42m A charming master bedroom with carpeted flooring, original cast iron fireplace with stone shelf above, built-in wooden cabinetry with glazed display cupboards and drawers, and wonderful countryside views.

Study - 1.33m x 2.54m A versatile additional room, ideal as a home office, featuring carpeted flooring and built-in shelving providing useful storage.

Attic Bedroom - 4.17m x 4.51m Accessed via its own wooden door and staircase, this cosy room features sloping ceilings, exposed beams, carpeted flooring, built-in shelving, eaves storage and an attractive exposed brick feature wall.

Property details

Property type
Cottage
Council tax band
A
Tenure
Freehold
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Rochdale Town Centre Tram Stop3.3 mi
  • Smithy Bridge Station3.4 mi
  • Littleborough Station3.7 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in OL12 over the last 12 months: terraced £160k · semi-detached £215k · detached £315k · flat £128k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
14 Tong End
Rochdale OL12 8BJ
Terraced
Freehold
25 Feb 2026£100,000
1 Cowm View, Tong End
Rochdale OL12 8BJ
Other
Freehold
18 Mar 2025£80,400
7 Kiln Bank, Tong End
Rochdale OL12 8BJ
Semi-detached
Leasehold
1 Aug 2024£170,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in OL12

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£950£19,000 deposit · £171,000 loan
Stamp Duty£1,300England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Barton Kendal Residential, Rochdale on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 6 Nov 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added yesterday.

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