Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to 13 Derwent Road, Lancaster, a charming and spacious semi-detached type home with 4 bed in the LA1 3ES area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built before 1900 and has a reported internal area of 144.25 internal square metres
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £455,000 and a rental potential of £2,958 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
Additional analysis
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Jun 8, 2011. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"A STUNNING PERIOD HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPED GARDENS AND FABULOUS VIEWS. Derwent Road is a substantial period home dating back to 1892. Beautifully presented, with a wealth of original features, buyers will find a spacious home with 4/5 bedrooms and 3 generous reception rooms. This stunning home also has modern touches this including a contemporary styled kitchen and his and her bathrooms. With extras such as a ground floor wc, utility and large cellar, this home is one not to be missed.
THE LOCATION Freehold is a very popular residential area of Lancaster, only a few minutes from the city centre. Derwent Rd was an area reserved for detached and semi-detached houses that were built circa 1890 through to 1930. The area is well serviced by regular buses, although the city itself is within walking distance. Close by is lots of green space including Williamsons Park and Highfield,both popular with families and dog walkers. Excellent local schools are close by including Lancaster Royal Grammar School. No 13 Derwent Rd has an enviable position on one of Lancaster's most sought after streets offering some great views and a stunning rear lawned garden, one which is also not overlooked! THE PROPERTY OVERVIEW Derwent Rd is a substantial period home and one of Lancaster's finest in the Freehold area. Built in 1892 for a former master to the Grammar School, this beautiful home offers generous living space and spacious bedrooms coupled with a beautiful rear lawned garden. Original features are in abundance from a beautiful restored stained and leaded glass window in the entrance door through to a marble fireplace, panelling under the bay window and friezes above the picture rails. Modern up to dates touches include high quality his and her bathrooms, a contemporary styled kitchen and additions that include a utility area and ground floor wc. GROUND FLOOR ACCOMMODATION Derwent Road enters into a welcoming vestibule that leads into a spacious open hallway which is central to the home. Period features are visible throughout the ground floor rooms from the doors through to the cornicing, whilst the original under window panelling and wall friezes are a pleasing find. Stripped wooden flooring flow through two of the three reception rooms whilst Victorian fireplaces feature in both the lounge and sitting room. Large double glazed windows allow ample light to flow in, with the lounge featuring original working sash windows and the sitting room a double glazed ceiling panel with French doors opening out to the rear garden, this creating an appealing sun room feel and a perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee. GROUND FLOOR CONTINUED The dining room whilst having open access to the sitting room offers its own privacy with a wall dividing the areas yet still enjoys a social feel and is perfect for both family tea or more formal dining. Leading on from here buyers will find a contemporary styled kitchen fitted in a pale grey with full height stainless handles and featuring all mod cons including wide pan drawers, an open double sink, double oven and 5-ring gas hob. The kitchen also has integral re-cycling bins and benefits from under flooor heating. A double glazed window offering commanding garden views even ensures washing up is a pleasure, although the useful integrated dishwasher may say otherwise! A useful ground floor wc and utility area is ideal for a growing family and visiting guests. THE CELLAR Derwent Rd benefits from having a large cellar with excellent head height. It is fitted with both power and light and makes for excellent storage. THE UPPER FLOORS To the upper two floors there are 4 generous sized double bedrooms, all with soft neutral decor and many with original features including cornicing and picture rails. The first floor front bedroom has been split into two to create a teenage annexe (study area or lounge) but this could also be used as 5th bedroom if required.
Buyers will be pleased to find that all the bedrooms are light and airy and all offer superb outlooks, the front facing bedrooms having partial sea views and taking in the Lakeland Hills, the rear looking out over the beautiful landscaped garden.
The landing area is most appealing, styled with a split landing feature which leads to his and her bathrooms. The landing area also has twin velux windows which flood the area with light and a built in landing cupboard which is plumbed for the washing machine.
The his and her bathrooms will appeal to many, both very modern in their styling. The bathroom features a Cabouchon soaking bath with shower above, whilst the shower room features a large Matki corner shower cubicle with Mira power shower. Both rooms are attractively tiled to complement.
THE OUTSIDE Derwent Road has outstanding gardens. A small forecourt garden sets the home back from the road and features attractive plants. The rear garden is simply beautiful and has been re-designed by the present owners featuring a sunken patio and twin lawned gardens with mature and colourful planting. The gardens have ample privacy and are a very appealing feature to this home. DIMENSIONS GROUND FLOOR
LOUNGE 5.83m
(19'2) x 4.44m
(14'7) max
SITTING ROOM 4.38m
(14'4) x 3.76m
(12'4)
DINING ROOM 5.43m
(17'10) x 4.30m
(14'1) max
KITCHEN 3.62m
(11'11) x 2.43m
(8')
FIRST FLOOR
BEDROOM 4.40m
(14'5) x 3.10m
(10'2)
STUDY 4.45m
(14'7) x 2.40m
(7'10)
BEDROOM 4.34m
(14'3) x 3.70m
(12'2)
BATHROOM 2.33m
(7'8) x 1.65m
(5'5)
SHOWER ROOM 2.33m
(7'8) x 1.66m
(5'5)
SECOND FLOOR
BEDROOM 5.70m
(18'8) x 4.51m
(14'10)
BEDROOM 4.38m
(14'4) x 3.90m
(12'10) These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. Please read through carefully to ensure that they do not contain any mis-statement and amend any details where appropriate, in accordance with The Estate Agents Act 1979 and The Property Misdescriptions Act 1991.
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Tax band E
352 sqm plot
