Property description

A lovingly restored Grade II listed family home situated next to Lancaster's historic Castle. The property is extremely well presented and bursting with character, retaining many period features throughout. On the ground floor is a formal drawing room and dining room, cloakroom, country style kitchen with Rayburn and charming garden room. The first floor has a living room with bespoke wooden bookshelves and cupboards and master bedroom with en suite. On the second floor are a further 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Outside is a beautifully maintained courtyard garden which weather permitting is bathed in sunshine for most of the day. The property offers spacious and flexible living accommodation arranged over 4 floors and also benefits from a large cellar, 2 parking spaces to the rear and is within walking distance of the station. Offered to the market chain free, early viewing is highly recommended.

LOCATION

The property is located next to Lancaster's historic castle. It is a very short walk to the city centre and just moments on foot to the train station which provides direct links to Manchester, London, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Despite being so close to the city centre, it is very quiet at the top of Castle Park and there are beautiful views. The house is within a ten minute walk from three premier grammar schools, walkable from the Royal Infirmary, a short drive to the University and is an easy drive to the M6 for commuters. Lancaster is also on the doorstep of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.

GROUND FLOOR

A solid wooden door opens into the vestibule with overhead light windows, a mosaic tiled floor and a glass panelled door into the long hallway that runs through to the kitchen and features decorative ceiling coving and dado rail, a staircase to the first floor with spindled balustrade and access door to the cellar. A formal lounge diner with two secondary double glazed Georgian style sash windows to the front elevation overlook Lancaster's historic Castle The room also has decorative ceiling coving and a dado rail and decorative wood panelling to the dado in the dining area. The cloak room has been fitted with a low level WC and basin. There are dado and picture rails, extractor fan and radiator. The kitchen is bright and airy and has been fitted with a range of oak base units with contrasting worktops and complementary splashbacks. There is an inset double sink with mixer tap and an integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher. There is a built in combination oven with an induction hob alongside a gas fired Rayburn oven. The floor boasts stone flags that add a genuinely rustic feel to the room and it is heated by a radiator. A pleasant and relaxing garden room with glazed elevations and french doors overlooks the garden. The stone flagged flooring continues through from the kitchen and the walls are exposed stone. There is also a built in recess store cabinet and radiator. CELLAR: One cellar room is currently used as a laundry room with fitted larder cupboards, wine rack and serving cupboard. This part of the cellar has been plumbed for a washing machine and offers space for a tumble dryer. There is also a further room with good storage space, utility space and sink.

FIRST FLOOR

The second reception room is terrifically bright, thanks to its dual aspect with three side windows and two rear windows. There are bespoke bookcases to two elevations, an inset marble fireplace with coal effect gas fire and 2 radiators. There is a spacious master double bedroom which features two original Georgian sash windows with secondary glazing and a view of the Castle. There are a range of fitted wardrobes with matching bedside drawers and a small lobby area with access to the ensuite which is tastefully presented ensuite with a stylish three piece white suite that comprises of a multi function shower unit, a vanity wash hand basin and a low level WC. A radiator and heated towel rail connect to the central heating but also operate independently for the warmer months. It also houses the combi boiler.

SECOND FLOOR

The landing on this floor has a rear window offering city skyline views towards Morecambe Bay, a staircase leads to the third floor, A generous double bedroom with two original Georgian sash windows again with secondary glazing to the front elevation offering some impressive views towards Morecambe Bay and the Lakeland Hills. Radiator. Access to ensuite, fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a walk-in shower cubicle, a pedestal hand wash basin and a low level WC. The room has fully tiled elevations, a heated towel rail and extractor fan. Bedroom 3 is a good size with two fitted cupboards and rear window.

TOP FLOOR

The top floor landing has exposed roof beams and a storage cupboard. Bedroom 4 has a double glazed velux style roof window to the front apex, undereaves storage and a radiator. Bedroom 5 is another good sized bedroom with a double glazed velux style roof window to the front apex, undereaves storage and a radiator. The top floor shower room has been fitted with a 3 piece suite, heated towel rail, and velux window.

FRONT EXTERIOR

Castle Park stands proudly alongside Lancaster's famous castle in the heart of the City Centre. It is a row of mostly pavelined terraced properties, many of them listed buildings originating back over 300 years and each with its own distinct character.

REAR EXTERIOR

The property has a low maintenance, attractive side courtyard with a seating area and stone walled boundary. The rear garden has a paved courtyard with decorative floral and shrub plantings that offer the feel of a traditional country garden. An access gate opens into the car park behind where this property enjoys the benefit of two parking spaces.

MEASUREMENTS

RECEPTION/DINING ROOM: 25'7 X 10'9 (MAX)KITCHEN: 14'11 X 10'7GARDEN ROOM: 16'4 X 6'2SECOND RECEPTION ROOM: 18'5 X 10'6MASTER BEDROOM: 15'3 X 11'1BEDROOM 2: 12'5 X 11'10BEDROOM 3:13'7 X 8'7BEDROOM 4: 11'5 X 6'6BEDROOM 5: 10'6 X 8'8

TENURE

FREEHOLD (VERBAL INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE VENDOR)

SERVICES

Mains gas, electric, water and drainage (VERBAL INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE VENDOR)

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Property Features :

• Grade II Listed
• Beautifully presented
• 5 Bedrooms
• Accom. Over 4 Floors
• Courtyard Garden