Property description

There is surely no better way to enjoy the vibrancy and energy of Southport’s historic shopping district than here at number 20 Lord Street. This stunning home rests at the heart of this fabulous location and provides a unique lifestyle in a simply fabulous setting. The property dates back to 1818 and offers an inviting display of architectural details typical in a home from this period. The exquisite formal living spaces expand to over 2100 Square Feet, to include reception hallway, a three piece shower room/downstairs cloaks and wc, a gorgeous 30ft lounge, a large quality fitted dining kitchen with integrated appliances, a second reception or fourth bedroom and a utility room. On the first floor there are three excellent bedrooms, a four piece family bathroom and a separate four piece shower room. Externally the property is garden fronted, with ample driveway parking and has a private courtyard to the rear. The property is also gas centrally heated and has double glazing.

The current owners of the property have, as would be expected, crafted and decorated the house to suit their family needs, and have renovated and retained many of the home’s original features whilst at the same time adding fittings perfect for today’s modern lifestyle. Wellington Terrace was constructed in 1818 for holiday letting when Southport was starting to be developed as a sea bathing resort. The terrace was constructed as a ‘frontage’ to some existing fishermen’s cottages which are believed to date back to around 1740. The terrace is mentioned as being ‘particularly handsome’ in Longman’s Guide to Sea Bathing, published in 1820. At that time the sea came up close to the dunes on which the terrace was built. The houses in Wellington Terrace are now believed to be the oldest domestic properties on Lord Street and are Grade Two listed. As the terrace approaches its bi-centenary it is fascinating to see how each of the dwellings (numbered 6 to 20) has evolved in its own individual way. Although the houses look like identical small cottages from the front, a look inside reveals surprisingly large, elegant and spacious Georgian styled family homes with unique characteristics. This is certainly true of Number 20. The property is but a stone’s throw from Southport’s main shopping parade with its many shops, cafes and trendy wine bars. Public transport is on hand, with the train station within walking distance, giving access to other major North West towns, cities and commercial centres.

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