1 Mytholme, High Street, Uppermill For Sale

An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored piece of local history. Mytholme Cottage is a stunning 18th-century, three-storey weaver’s cottage, dating back over three hundred years, seamlessly blending period charm with modern living. Positioned beneath the iconic 1849 Saddleworth Viaduct and enjoying breathtaking views across the Pennines, this unique home offers a unique setting—rich in character yet designed for contemporary comfort.

Key Features

• 300-year-old character weaver’s cottage (fully refurbished)

• Three bedrooms, two bathrooms

• Spacious family kitchen

• Spacious first floor integrated garage (conversion potential)

• Exceptional Pennine views

Lounge

A cosy yet spacious living area centred around a modern log burner with a Scandinavian insulated flue system, designed to distribute heat efficiently throughout the home. Triple glazing.

Kitchen

A generous family kitchen, perfect for entertaining or everyday living, with easy access to the outdoor patio. Kitchen glass room with floor to ceiling glazing and double doors to let the outside in.

Master Bedroom

A large, light-filled room with lofty ceilings, stunning views, a walk-in wardrobe, and a modern en-suite bathroom. Original mullion windows.

Bedroom 2

Spacious, with equally impressive views and access to a dedicated bathroom. Original mullion windows.

Bedroom 3

Bright and versatile, complemented by an adjoining snug, ideal as a reading room, office, or dressing space. This is a new-build to modern specifications with considerable insulation and triple glazing.

Outdoor space

The property features a beautifully finished patio area in high-quality black limestone—perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the dramatic backdrop of the viaduct and surrounding hills.

Location

Set in a peaceful, semi-rural position, the cottage feels wonderfully secluded while being just a short walk from the heart of Uppermill—a vibrant and picturesque Pennine village known for its independent shops, cafés, and community atmosphere, post office. There is also a swimming pool nearby and a gym.

• Walking distance to Saddleworth School

• Train links offering direct ~30-minute journeys to Manchester and Leeds

• Approximately 15 minutes’ drive to the M62 motorway

Specification and Technical details

The property has undergone extensive, high-quality refurbishment, including:

• Internal wall insulation (60mm modern foam boarding)

• Roof insulation with 180mm Kingspan

• Full double and triple glazing with durable hardwood frames

• Fully tanked ground floor (professionally sealed against damp)

• Insulated garage (walls and ceiling), suitable for conversion (subject to permissions)

Properties of this age, character, and quality—especially in such a striking and convenient location—rarely come to market. Mytholme Cottage offers the chance to own not just a home, but a piece of Saddleworth’s heritage, thoughtfully reimagined for modern living.

With its extensive insulation and high quality glazing the property is extremely tranquil.

• Modern, ultra-efficient Worcester Bosch gas combi boiler

• Scandinavian insulated flue system for enhanced heat circulation

• Recently checked and maintained roof and ridge tiles

• Render is K-rend which can be cleaned easily with no need for any paint.

A comprehensive record of the renovation works, including photographs and documentation, will be made available to prospective buyers.

The Property

Key Features

• 300-year-old character weaver’s cottage (fully refurbished)

• Three bedrooms, two bathrooms

• Spacious family kitchen

• Spacious first floor integrated garage (conversion potential)

• Exceptional Pennine views

• Short walk to Uppermill and Dobcross village centres

• Excellent transport links to Manchester & Leeds

• Lovely garden

 Chain Free

The Property

Carefully restored and modernised, Mytholme Cottage retains an abundance of original features, including exposed beams, mullion windows, and original Yorkshire stone flag-flooring, while benefiting from high-spec insulation and glazing throughout. Despite its historic nature, the property is efficient, warm, and tranquil, thanks to extensive upgrades and double and triple glazing. The ground floor offers a welcoming living space, while the upper floors provide flexible accommodation ideal for professionals, remote working, or a growing family. An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored piece of local history. Mytholme Cottage is a stunning 18th-century, three-storey weaver’s cottage, dating back over three hundred years, seamlessly blending period charm with modern living. Positioned beneath the iconic 1849 Saddleworth Viaduct and enjoying breath taking views across the Pennines, this unique home offers a unique setting—rich in character yet designed for contemporary comfort.