Vicarage Terrace, Lancaster
Property Features
- 2-bedroom cottage full of character
- Many Original Features Including Fireplaces
- Reached by stone steps from the Quayside
- Nestled next to the Castle grounds
- Five mins walk from the town centre
- Fully Modernised to a high standard
- Garden area to front and rear
- Open views to front & rear
Property Summary
Full Details
Situated within easy reach of Lancaster city centre, this newly renovated two-bedroom stone-built terrace offers well-presented accommodation arranged over three floors. The property combines modern improvements with some lovely original features, including cast-iron fireplaces, high ceilings and traditional stonework.
The accommodation comprises a welcoming lounge, a recently fitted kitchen, a first-floor double bedroom and bathroom, together with a spacious second-floor bedroom enjoying elevated views across the surrounding rooftops towards the River Lune and Lancaster's Millennium Bridge.
The property has undergone recent improvements, with fresh decoration, contemporary fittings and carpeting throughout much of the accommodation. Outside, the house benefits from paved outdoor space, established greenery and useful external storage.
Council Tax Band: B (Lancaster City Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Electricity supply: Mains
Heating: Gas Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
GROUND FLOOR
Lounge w: 3.66m x l: 3.63m (w: 12' x l: 11' 11")
Accessed through a traditional timber entrance door featuring decorative stained glazing, is a well-proportioned reception room with an original style single glazed wood sliding sash window to the front. An attractive feature of the room is the original cast-iron fireplace with decorative detailing, a timber mantelpiece and surround, creating a lovely focal point and retaining some of the property's original character. There is a radiator, newly fitted grey carpet, freshly decorated walls, high skirting boards and a small storage cupboard. Door leads through to the kitchen.
Kitchen w: 3.66m x l: 2.61m (w: 12' x l: 8' 7")
Newly renovated kitchen fitted with a stylish range of sage green Shaker-style wall and base units, complemented by contrasting dark work surfaces and brushed stainless steel handles. Integrated appliances include an electric hob with a brushed stainless steel extractor hood above and an electric oven beneath. There is also a stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap, plumbing for a washing machine and additional worktop space beneath the staircase.
An original cast-iron fireplace with decorative surround and tiled hearth remains in place. Further features include modern flooring, an original style single glazed wood sliding sash window and a door providing access to the outside.
Staircase with painted timber spindle balustrade rises from the kitchen to the first-floor.
First Floor Landing
Providing access to bedroom one and the family bathroom, with a further staircase continuing to the second floor. The landing has newly fitted carpet, painted timber spindle balustrade and neutral decoration throughout.
Bedroom 1 w: 3.66m x l: 3.49m (w: 12' x l: 11' 5")
A generously proportioned double bedroom positioned to the front of the property, with an original style single glazed wood sliding sash window incorporating a fitted blind and radiator below. The room has been decorated in neutral colours and benefits from newly fitted grey carpet and high skirting boards.
An attractive original cast-iron fireplace with decorative detailing and tiled hearth provides a feature to the room, adding character and reflecting the age of the property. The room also benefits from electrical sockets and a central ceiling light point.
Bathroom w: 1.92m x l: 2.76m (w: 6' 4" x l: 9' 1")
The first-floor bathroom has been updated to provide a modern white three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with thermostatic shower over and fitted clear glass shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback and low-flush WC.
Additional features include an original style single glazed wood sliding sash window to the rear elevation, a built-in storage cupboard, ceiling spotlights and extractor fan.
The room is finished with modern wall panelling around the bath and contrasting black-and-white chequerboard flooring, providing a practical and attractive finish.
SECOND FLOOR:
Bedroom 2 w: 3.57m x l: 4.27m (w: 11' 9" x l: 14' )
Spacious double bedroom featuring two double-glazed windows, including a roof window, together with a radiator, central ceiling light point and loft access hatch. The room has been freshly decorated including a feature wallpapered wall and is fitted with a new grey carpet.
The roofline and exposed ceiling beams give the room character, whilst the recessed window area provides an additional feature and views across the surrounding area. From this elevated position there are attractive views towards the River Lune and Lancaster's Millennium Bridge.
Externally
To the rear is an enclosed paved area, with useful space for bins and outdoor storage. There is also a stone-built external store with timber door, providing additional storage for gardening equipment and other items. There is also a garden area.
Additional Information
The property has undergone a programme of renovation and improvement, including a modern fitted kitchen, updated internal decoration and new carpets/flooring throughout.
It is set in the Heritage area of Lancaster at the end of a path leading from the Castle and also reached by a few steps up from the popular St Georges Quay and River Lune, within easy reach of Lancaster city centre the railway station and other local amenities.
With two double bedrooms arranged over the first and second floors, modern kitchen and bathroom as well as a number of retained period features, Vicarage Terrace offers an appealing combination of character and practical accommodation in a convenient Lancaster location.
Parking
A residents parking permit scheme is in operation through Lancaster City Council. Permits can be purchased for £25 per year.

