Stunning £1.2m dream home used to be something else - but what?(Image: Currans Homes, Chester)

Home conversion so good you can't even tell this building used to be full of people every week

27 Jun 2026, 21:06 by Joanne Ridout · Wales Online

Some houses in Wales tempt you as you pass by with just a gate, a lane or the start of a tree-lined driveway that leads to something hidden, something you desperately want to see and know more about.

Called Darland Hey, this property has a long, private and tree-lined driveway that gives the house the initial sense of grandeur it deserves but it also has a unique history.

The trees along a leafy lane in the popular village of Rossett momentarily open up to reveal a lengthy, secluded driveway leading towards a Victorian property with a tale woven into every oak panel and across every expanse of its spacious rooms. For more home, renovation and interiors stories sent to your inbox twice a week sign up to the property newsletter here.

The five-bedroom house nestles into nearly one acre of mature gardens and seclusion that feels rare whilst being in such proximity to Rossett's centre, but it's the history of the house, as well as its gorgeous and tasteful interiors, that elevate this property to a higher dream home level.

Constructed during the mid-nineteenth century as a chapel serving the neighbouring Darland Hall before its transformation into a private ballroom, the property has preserved its elegance and grandeur while being skilfully converted into a welcoming family residence.

The main lounge space in the centre of the house was the core of the cute chapel, with the elevated far end where the arts and crafts-style fireplace now sits being the location of the former altar.

Its lofty beamed ceiling, oak flooring and deep panelling showcase the property's history, while the elevated seating area beside a substantial stone fireplace brings cosiness to winter evenings. Later in its lifetime this sizeable space was a ballroom, according to the estate agent.

Throughout the ground floor every window overlooks greenery and no area feels exposed, lending the house a tranquil and secluded character and includes a family dining room, snug and stunning kitchen diner, with five bedrooms and three bathrooms - two of them ensuites waiting to be discovered upstairs.

The garden stands as one of the property's finest assets; private and peaceful and packed with mature planting and trees, it extends around the house and cocoons it in nature. During summer the outdoor area becomes a natural extension of the home, ideal for leisurely mornings, animated afternoons and extended evenings.

The village of Rossett is just a short stroll away, offering a welcoming community complete with pubs, a playground, local shops and dining options. Both Chester and Wrexham are easily accessible for commuters or days out, with the A483 providing swift connections to major routes.

Families are well served by a number of highly regarded schools in the area, including Kings, Queens and Abbeygate. Darland Hey is for sale for £1.2m with Currans Homes, Chester, call 01244 313900 to find out more. For more property, renovation, and interior design stories join our Amazing Welsh Homes Facebook group here.

The main section of the house was constructed during the mid-nineteenth century as a chapel serving the neighbouring Darland Hall before its transformation into a private ballroom.(Image: Currans Homes, Chester)

The raised platform at one end that now boasts a charming fireplace is where the chapel alter used to sit(Image: Currans Homes, Chester)

From the air the section that was once the chapel, and then a social ballroom, can be seen as the middle and end section covered in pretty wisteria(Image: Currans Homes, Chester)

This drawing room that was once the main chapel area is an exceptional space, striking in size yet inviting in character. Its lofty beamed ceiling, oak flooring and deep panelling showcase the property's history, while the elevated seating area beside a substantial stone fireplace brings cosiness to winter evenings.(Image: Currans Homes, Chester)

Tall windows and French doors flood the room with light and lead to the garden, forming a lovely link to the outdoors and where hard pews once stood a comfortable and large sofa is the more inviting update.(Image: Currans Homes, Chester)