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King Street, Chester, Cheshire

PROPERTY TYPE

Terraced

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Freehold

Description

Tucked away along elegant King Street, Chester's most prestigious residential address, dating
back to the late 1880s, seek sanctuary from the hustle and bustle, at No. 27, King Street.

With residents' permit parking available, parking is easy, although with all the delights and dining opportunities of Chester on your doorstep, cars are by no means essential to the enjoyment of life at No. 27, King Street.

Nestled peacefully along the cobbled King Street, discover an urban oasis at No. 27, a home
renovated and reconfigured by the current owner.

OWNER QUOTE: "I feel really proud to have lived on King Street, it has such prestige in Chester."

Classic, timeless Farrow & Ball colours feature throughout the home, starting with the freshly painted Green Smoke front door, which opens to a front sitting room, where the calming blue green hue continues on the walls, sympathetic to the late 19th century origins of the home.

Solid wood flooring features underfoot, with panelling to the walls and fitted shelving providing plenty of storage. Discover hidden cupboard storage behind the bookshelf. A soothing, embracing room, with recessed lighting and shuttered windows to the front, in wintertime, snuggle up before the warmth and welcome of the log-burning stove.

Beyond this room discover the middle sitting room, where lightly toned walls and a large picture window looking out over the drinks terrace create a bright and airy ambience. Illuminated alcoves to either side of the period fireplace provide storage, with a demure plaster rose accentuating the ceiling above.

OWNER QUOTE: "I use [the terrace] to display my Christmas tree, it's framed so nicely in that window."

Drawers beneath the granite worktops complement cupboards above, with an abundance of integrated appliances, including a two-drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, Neff microwave, wine fridge, fridge and Rangemaster-style cooker with two ovens, five hobs and separate grill.

Dine casually at the sociable central island breakfast bar, with space for seating, beneath the stream of light flowing in through the Velux windows in the high vaulted ceiling above. An area reconfigured by the current owner, the kitchen now flows on to a spacious, airy and light-filled dining area, where bifolding doors peel seamlessly back, to blur the boundaries between indoors and out, for instant access to the garden.

There is also a handy cloakroom with wash basin and WC off the dining area. Taking the stairs up to the first-floor landing, turning left, step into the light filled fourth bedroom. Currently a study, work from home in perfect peace, with fantastic views out over King Street.

Returning on yourself, to the left, refreshment awaits in the boutique feel bathroom. Bottle green herringbone tiles add flair to the wet room shower, with a separate freestanding bath with showerhead attachment also on hand for restorative soaks. The bespoke marbled topped vanity unit is the pièce de résistance, with further shelved storage available in the airing cupboard. The gilded heated towel radiator is a perfect match for the
fixtures and fittings of the basin, bath and shower.

Moving along the landing, arrive at the current master bedroom, dressed in soothing shade Oval Room Blue from Farrow & Ball and cosily carpeted underfoot. A room with real ambience, the log-burning stove opposite the double bed is a romantic touch, with icredible views out directly onto the City Walls.

OWNER QUOTE: "No other homes on this side of King Street look directly out onto this view.
It's unique."

Coming out of this bedroom, take the stairs up once more to reach the second floor, home to a sumptuous shower room with handsome black Crittall glass door. Light streams in through a skylight above. Turning left at the end of the landing, discover a bountiful bedroom, where light streams in.

Windows to two sides invite the outdoors in, framing distant vistas of the undulating Welsh hills. Finally discover another potential master bedroom. Large and light, with an original fireplace and dressed in soothing shades of De Nimes, the high ceiling adds an airiness.

Wake up to incredible, unique views onto the City Walls from this peaceful and private
bedroom. City sanctuary Bifolding doors draw back to allow instant access out from the dining room and into the peace and privacy of the garden.

A south facing suntrap, the Cheshire brick walls retain the sun's warmth, creating a thriving
environment for the neatly planted borders to grow. With its Mediterranean courtyard feel, No. 27, King Street is not overlooked - a rarity for homes along this ancient, cobbled street.

With plenty of space to wine and dine, enjoy endless summer barbecues with family and friends, with space to overwinter your garden furniture in the shed to the rear.

OWNER QUOTE: "The garden is such a tranquil space to relax with a glass of rose or two. I
can't believe how quiet it is for the city centre."

Out and about

An oasis of tranquillity, just a stone's throw away from the vibrant bars and bistros of Chester's bustling city centre, there is so much to explore and experience on the doorstep. Stroll to the end of King Street, where two friendly local pubs can be found, or head to nearby wine bar Covino and share a bottle of wine with friends or try the tapas at Porta.

On Race Day, feel the buzz of excitement about the streets of Chester, and make your way to the Roodee for a fantastic day with friends, before returning home for drinks in the quiet comfort of the garden, with a selection of fromage hand-picked at The Cheese Shop, just a short walk from the door.

Within easy reach of the cultural offerings of Chester's Storyhouse and the new Chester
Market, with its cinema and diverse food offerings, experience a new version of the city each
evening.

Commute with convenience from nearby Chester Station, offering connections to London, Manchester, and Liverpool. Meanwhile, by road, the airports of Liverpool and Manchester around a 30 minute drive away.
Experience all the buzz of the city with easy access to days out on the hills or by the sea, with North Wales also a commutable drive away. This vibrant community appeals to a diverse group of people, from young professionals to older couples with grown-up children, and everyone in between. Whether you're seeking
the culture of the city or the tranquility of your own backyard, this place has it all.

Move straight in and experience the prestige of living in a place where calm coexists with excitement, and where amazing amenities are right on your doorstep. Welcome home to your oasis of tranquillity in the heart of Chester.

A peaceful home in a prestigious setting, with diverse appeal, catering to young professionals, mature couples whose children have flown the nest and even families with a taste for the captivating culture city life offers, No. 27 King Street is an oasis of tranquillity in the beating heart of Chester. A calming sanctuary, with all the amenities you could wish for right on the doorstep.

** Whilst every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the fixtures and fittings
mentioned throughout, items included in sale are to be discussed at the time of offering ** 

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King Street, Chester, Cheshire

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  • Chester Station0.6 miles
  • Bache Station1.1 miles
  • Capenhurst Station5.1 miles
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Currans Unique Homes, Chester

11 Grosvenor Street, Chester, CH1 2DD

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