Hoole Road, Chester, CH2

A beautifully presented period house in an extremely popular location.

Description

28 Hoole Road is an absolutely stunning period house which has been totally renovated and refurbished. Combining a contemporary lay-out and high quality specification with a traditional facade the result is one of the finest houses in the area. The house has classic period proportions but with a fresh and modern feel. The entire house is wonderfully bright and airy and the owners have decorated with tremendous taste and style.

The house is arranged over three levels. On the ground floor is a stunning open-plan kitchen/family area which is accessed from the reception hall through stained glass double doors. The Tom Howley kitchen bends beautifully with the terrazzo floor, creating a magnificent social space for cooking and entertaining. Adjacent to the space is a grand oak fireplace and the current owners have added a log burner creating a cosy focal point for the room. The formal dining area is a stunning space and this area has a real wow factor, with a spectacular vaulted ceiling and double height bespoke doors.

On the other side of the reception hallway is a drawing room with fitted carpet, large bay window, double height rosewood mantlepiece, log burner and a stunning coved ceiling, typical of the Victorian era. A wc/cloakroom and utility/pump room complete the accommodation on this floor.

On the first floor is a magnificent principal bedroom with extensive built-in wardrobes and shelving and a stone freestanding, bath. There are two further guest bedrooms on this floor; bedroom four has a Juliet balcony door opening out to overlook the dining area below and a high-level window which looks to the garden beyond.

On the third floor are two further guest bedrooms which are light and airy with large sash windows and sky lights. A shower room is accessed from the hallway and serves both rooms.

The property has a HIVE electronic heating system.

Annexe
Attached to the house but accessed from the rear is a self-contained annex has been refurbished by the current owners who have added a new kitchen, new shower room, new flooring and replastered throughout. Subject to the relevant consents the annexe could be suitable for a variety of uses including dependent relative accommodation or holiday lets. It could also provide very useful home office space.

Outside
The front of the property is set well back from the road and approached over an attractive black & white tiled pathway with mature shrubs and Italianate planting scheme. A contemporary lighting scheme is in place. The rear garden has been remodelled by the current owners and is designed to have colour and contrast throughout the year and is very low maintenance, it is the perfect space for alfresco dining and socialising. Beyond the garden is a parking area for 3 cars.

The property has the benefit of an EV charging point.

Location

Situated just over 1 mile east of Chester, Hoole has rapidly become the place to live, with plenty of green spaces and easy access to the motorway and major commuter networks, this active community appeals to families, young professionals and downsizers looking for a thriving location close to Chester city centre. St Martins Academy is popular with parents.

The property is situated close to the popular shopping centre which has some excellent independent shops including a delicatessen, fishmonger, butcher, greengrocer, florists, boutiques, gift shops, coffee shops and some superb restaurants and bars including the award winning Sticky Walnut. There is also a bank, a pharmacy, post office and a supermarket. The property is also within walking distance of Alexandra Park.

Hoole is convenient for direct access to the national motorway network via the M53, providing links to Manchester, Liverpool and North Wales.

The mainline railway station is about 0.8 miles from which there is a direct service to London Euston (about 2 hours). The Cathedral city of Chester is one of the North West’s leading commercial and cultural centres and has a variety of shops and restaurants. A particular attraction of the city is the quality of both state and private schools, King’s and Queen’s School being particularly well regarded.

Square Footage: 2,246 sq ft