House For Sale £645,000
If you're looking for a show stopper of a home then look no further! We're absolutely thrilled to offer to market this most special residence positioned in the heart of Upton-by-Chester, a most sought after and desirable location of Chester. The Lodge is steeped in local history, with it being the lodge building to Sir John Frost's Upton Lawn (built circa 1850), the property was designed by architect T Helps. There is character and quality appointment found around every turn. Offering larger than expected accommodation, this Three/Four Bedroomed detached home is a real gem, and it can only truly be appreciated upon viewing.
It has been lovingly restored and modified by our client to create an offering that has focused on sympathetic refurbishment and a unique style that is just that little bit of something a bit different. There are many features to the home which will appeal to many buyers, but the quantity and size of the rooms will be something that will surprise many.
Accessed through a pillared porch, one is instantly met by a real sense of character with an original wooden front door with decorative stained glass insert. Positioned off the Hall is a Downstairs Shower Room/WC which features a spacious walk in shower area with dual shower unit. In total there are three reception areas, one being an open plan living/dining room with parquet wood block flooring and exposed brick fireplaces. There is a large opening to the kitchen with features slate tiled flooring and a range of fitted units, wooden worksurfaces and Belfast sink, and some integrated appliances. To the front of the home is a sitting room with a cast iron gas, living flame burner and an inner hall which has made a perfect Study area for our client over the years, and there is a stunning spindled spiral open tread staircase providing access to a mezzanine Bedroom. From here is access to an independent Living Room / Bedroom Four, which itself has a real sense of space and there are French doors with yet more stained glass lead lighting, and these doors provide access out onto the enclosed walled courtyard to the rear. From the open plan Living Dining room, a further staircase takes you to the first floor landing which features a timber spindled balustrade, sky light window and access to eaves storage. From the landing is access into two double bedrooms, the principal room benefiting from an En-suite bathroom comprising a three itemed white suite with large Jacuzzi bath.
Externally to the front is a low wall with quality iron railings and a pillared double gated entrance which leads onto a stone chipping driveway/front garden with generous off road parking space. There is an enclosed walled courtyard to rear which enjoys a south westerly aspect and features stone paved terrace. There is personnel door access to adjoined Garage/Utility space which provides front to rear access.
All mains services are connected.
LOCATION The property is situated in one of Upton's most sought after and prime residential locations on Upton Lane. Upton is well served by local schools which have good reputations in addition to the King's & Queen's independent schools falling within easy travelling distance, and a good range of local shops and recreational activities including Upton-by-Chester Golf Club. There are regular bus services near by, as well as the Chester southerly by pass and indeed access to major road networks for Liverpool, Manchester and North Wales. The property itself is an approximate 10 minute drive from Chester city centre and if one is requiring a commute to Liverpool, the Merseyrail 'Bache' Station is also close by.
DIRECTIONS Proceed out of Chester along the A5116 Liverpool Road passing Total Fitness Gym and at the roundabout with Morrisons continue straight on passing the Countess of Chester Hospital on the left hand side. Turn right a short distance beyond The Brewers Arms Public House onto Upton Lane. Follow the lane along, passing Upton Golf Course, and the property will be observed on the right hand side, on the corner of Upton Lane and Lawn Drive,
ACCOMMODATION with approximate room sizes, briefly comprises:-
HALL 6' 11" x 3' 10" (2.11m x 1.17m)
SHOWER ROOM 10' 1" x 5' 2" (3.07m x 1.57m)
LIVING DINING ROOM 19' 8" x 12' 9" (5.99m x 3.89m)
KITCHEN 14' 3" x 7' 11" (4.34m x 2.41m)
SITTING ROOM 12' 11" x 10' 11" (3.94m x 3.33m)
INNER HALL 10' 1" x 7' 3" (3.07m x 2.21m)
LIVING ROOM 17' max x 13' 7" max (5.18m max x 4.14m max)
LANDING 10' 9" x 7' 5" (3.28m x 2.26m)
BEDROOM ONE 12' 1" x 11' 8" (3.68m x 3.56m)
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 11' 1" x 9' 6" (3.38m x 2.9m)
BEDROOM TWO 17' x 10' 6" (5.18m x 3.2m)
BEDROOM THREE 18' 5" max x 9' 10" min (5.61m max x 3m min)
UTILITY / STORE 15' x 7' 10" (4.57m x 2.39m)
EPC RATING E
COUNCIL TAX E
TENURE The property is understood to be freehold, the purchaser should verify this prior to a legal commitment to purchase.
VIEWING By prior appointment with Humphreys of Chester on[use Contact Agent Button].
1. Money Laundering Regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
It has been lovingly restored and modified by our client to create an offering that has focused on sympathetic refurbishment and a unique style that is just that little bit of something a bit different. There are many features to the home which will appeal to many buyers, but the quantity and size of the rooms will be something that will surprise many.
Accessed through a pillared porch, one is instantly met by a real sense of character with an original wooden front door with decorative stained glass insert. Positioned off the Hall is a Downstairs Shower Room/WC which features a spacious walk in shower area with dual shower unit. In total there are three reception areas, one being an open plan living/dining room with parquet wood block flooring and exposed brick fireplaces. There is a large opening to the kitchen with features slate tiled flooring and a range of fitted units, wooden worksurfaces and Belfast sink, and some integrated appliances. To the front of the home is a sitting room with a cast iron gas, living flame burner and an inner hall which has made a perfect Study area for our client over the years, and there is a stunning spindled spiral open tread staircase providing access to a mezzanine Bedroom. From here is access to an independent Living Room / Bedroom Four, which itself has a real sense of space and there are French doors with yet more stained glass lead lighting, and these doors provide access out onto the enclosed walled courtyard to the rear. From the open plan Living Dining room, a further staircase takes you to the first floor landing which features a timber spindled balustrade, sky light window and access to eaves storage. From the landing is access into two double bedrooms, the principal room benefiting from an En-suite bathroom comprising a three itemed white suite with large Jacuzzi bath.
Externally to the front is a low wall with quality iron railings and a pillared double gated entrance which leads onto a stone chipping driveway/front garden with generous off road parking space. There is an enclosed walled courtyard to rear which enjoys a south westerly aspect and features stone paved terrace. There is personnel door access to adjoined Garage/Utility space which provides front to rear access.
All mains services are connected.
LOCATION The property is situated in one of Upton's most sought after and prime residential locations on Upton Lane. Upton is well served by local schools which have good reputations in addition to the King's & Queen's independent schools falling within easy travelling distance, and a good range of local shops and recreational activities including Upton-by-Chester Golf Club. There are regular bus services near by, as well as the Chester southerly by pass and indeed access to major road networks for Liverpool, Manchester and North Wales. The property itself is an approximate 10 minute drive from Chester city centre and if one is requiring a commute to Liverpool, the Merseyrail 'Bache' Station is also close by.
DIRECTIONS Proceed out of Chester along the A5116 Liverpool Road passing Total Fitness Gym and at the roundabout with Morrisons continue straight on passing the Countess of Chester Hospital on the left hand side. Turn right a short distance beyond The Brewers Arms Public House onto Upton Lane. Follow the lane along, passing Upton Golf Course, and the property will be observed on the right hand side, on the corner of Upton Lane and Lawn Drive,
ACCOMMODATION with approximate room sizes, briefly comprises:-
HALL 6' 11" x 3' 10" (2.11m x 1.17m)
SHOWER ROOM 10' 1" x 5' 2" (3.07m x 1.57m)
LIVING DINING ROOM 19' 8" x 12' 9" (5.99m x 3.89m)
KITCHEN 14' 3" x 7' 11" (4.34m x 2.41m)
SITTING ROOM 12' 11" x 10' 11" (3.94m x 3.33m)
INNER HALL 10' 1" x 7' 3" (3.07m x 2.21m)
LIVING ROOM 17' max x 13' 7" max (5.18m max x 4.14m max)
LANDING 10' 9" x 7' 5" (3.28m x 2.26m)
BEDROOM ONE 12' 1" x 11' 8" (3.68m x 3.56m)
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 11' 1" x 9' 6" (3.38m x 2.9m)
BEDROOM TWO 17' x 10' 6" (5.18m x 3.2m)
BEDROOM THREE 18' 5" max x 9' 10" min (5.61m max x 3m min)
UTILITY / STORE 15' x 7' 10" (4.57m x 2.39m)
EPC RATING E
COUNCIL TAX E
TENURE The property is understood to be freehold, the purchaser should verify this prior to a legal commitment to purchase.
VIEWING By prior appointment with Humphreys of Chester on[use Contact Agent Button].
1. Money Laundering Regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
