Estate agent lists £252k 'Santa's Grotto for sale' in Greater Manchester village but it's too good to be true

An estate agent has listed 'Santa's Grotto' up for sale in a Greater Manchester village for £252,525. The property, found on 'Lapland Way, Cheadle', is said to boast a 'state-of-the-art toy-making facility' and 'room for live-in Elves'.

The listing also states the home has 'space for an all-weather sleigh' and 'stables that board eight live-in reindeer, plus a bonus stall for red-nosed company'.

But unfortunately, this dream festive house in Greater Manchester isn't actually real, with loca estate agent Steve Litt just wanting to spread some Christmas cheer.

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The estate agent listing for the property reads: "A winter lover’s paradise nestled on Lapland Way. The property includes Santa’s main living quarters, a community of tiny elf homes, a state-of-the-art toy-making facility, garage with space for an all-weather sleigh and stables that board eight live-in reindeer, plus a bonus stall for red-nosed company.

"The home, constructed in the 1800s, is steeped in Old World charm but thanks to a recent renovation, offers modern-day amenities. Find a floor-to-ceiling river rock fireplace for roasting chestnuts in the living room."

The estate agent then added: "** Disclaimer this is not real property. We just wanted to put some Christmas spirit out there.. **," before continuing: "HAPPY CHRISTMAS and all the best from Steve Litt Bespoke Estate Agents and Keller Williams Real Estate!."

Finally, it added: "Council tax band: Not Required."

You can view the property listing here.