Chester Place, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2

- PROPERTY TYPE
End of Terrace
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
3,026 sq ft
281 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Double fronted Georgian townhouse
- Classical period detailing
- Elegant proportions
- 5 bedrooms
- 3 reception rooms
- 10 minute walk to the city centre
Description
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GROUND FLOOR
- Entrance hall
- Spacious reception hall
- Sitting room
- Drawing room
- Dining room
- Kitchen/breakfast room with Aga
- Utility room
- WC
- Elegant staircase rising to the first floor
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FIRST FLOOR
- Main bedroom
- 3 further double bedrooms
- Single bedroom/dressing room
- Bathroom
- Shower room
- WC
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OTHER
- Cellar
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OUTSIDE
- West facing courtyard garden
- Garden store
- Off-road parking for 2 vehicles
- Located on private no-through road
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Utilities
- Water supply: mains
- Electricity: mains
- Gas: mains
- Heating: Boiler
- Drainage: mains
- Broadband connection: FTTP
- Parking: Off road
Rights and Restrictions
- Private & Public rights of way: Yes (over shared driveway to neighbouring properties)
- Listed Property: Yes
- Restrictions: Ask Agent
Risks
- Flooded in last 5 years: No
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TENURE & LAND REGISTRY
Freehold - NK27515
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LOCAL AUTHORITY
Norwich City Council, Band: G
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HISTORIC ENGLAND
Grade II listed, Listing Number: 1372757
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DESCRIPTION
1-7 Chester Place were designed by the eminent architect, Edward Boardman in 1869. This Grade II listed double fronted period property with symmetrical design, classic proportions, and decorative elements is constructed of yellow brick façade under a slate roof, with gable end stack and panelled front door with plain fan light.
The rooms are elegantly proportioned with good ceiling heights, and the large sash windows provide an abundance of good natural light. Classical period features include high ceilings, original shutters, arches, some fine cornicing, ceiling roses, deep skirting boards to the two main reception rooms, and fireplaces with beautiful marble surrounds.
The font door opens into an entrance hall with a set of glazed double doors opening into a fine reception hallway with elegant sweeping staircase rising to the spacious first floor landing. Beautiful, polished wood flooring extends from the entrance hall through to the reception hallway and into sitting room, drawing room and the adjoining dining room. At the far end of the reception hallway is a cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin.
To the left of the reception hall is a beautifully proportioned drawing room with a central marble fireplace and gas fire, cornicing, ceiling rose, sash cord window and wooden floors. An elegant archway extends this room into the adjoining dining room. This is a naturally light room that benefits from a double aspect, with door opening out to the rear courtyard garden. This door is glazed with attractive fan light and has a set of original shutters.
The sitting room sits off to the right of the reception hallway and is similarly well-proportioned and offering a wealth of period features. The fireplace has a timber surround with slate hearth and a gas coal effect fire.
To the rear of the house is the kitchen breakfast room, beautifully fitted with a range of built-in base and wall cabinets with granite worktops and butler sink. There is a 4-oven gas Aga, integrated dishwasher, water softener a dedicated space for an American style fridge-freezer, and a door opening out to the west facing courtyard garden. From the kitchen there is access down to the spacious cellar, which offers built-in storage and workshop space.
The utility room offers storage and a sink and there is a further door opening out to the rear garden. A secondary staircase rises to the first-floor landing with access to bedrooms 1, 2,3 and 4 and a separate WC.
The main bedroom and bedroom 2 sit to the front of the property and enjoy views towards the neighbouring Plantation gardens and the Roman Catholic Cathedral. The main bedroom features two double built-in wardrobes and built-in drawers, cupboards and vanity. From the main bedroom there is access into the spacious family bathroom, featuring wood flooring, a freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins and WC. Bedroom 2 is presently furnished as an office with built-in desk and ample storage.
Bedrooms 3 and 4 are spacious rooms and enjoy an aspect over the rear garden. From bedroom 3 there is a second door that opens onto the rear landing, and providing access to the shower room, bedroom 5 and the secondary staircase which descends to the utility room.
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OUTSIDE
Chester Place is a private no-through road and highly desirable.
Outside and to the front of the house there is a private parking area and over the driveway there is a shrub and herbaceous border and seating area adjacent to the Plantation Garden's boundary wall.
To the rear of the property there is a courtyard garden with raised planted beds and seating area. There is a useful brick-built garden store.
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SITUATION
The property is conveniently located within walking distance of Norwich city centre. The property is situated on the desirable Chester Place which is a private no through location just off Earlham Road near the Roman Catholic Cathedral. There is a good range of local amenities nearby on both Unthank Road and Earlham Road, including shops, public houses, restaurants and independent shops. There are regular bus services along Earlham Road to the city centre, University of East Anglia, the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital and the Norwich Research Park.
Norwich has a vibrant business community and, as the regional centre, has an extensive range of cultural and leisure facilities, including museums, the Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts, theatres, cinemas, Norwich City Football Club, numerous chains and independent restaurants and pubs, excellent and varied shopping, and a range of state and private schools.
The mainline railway station is either an easy walk or a short drive from Park Lane. There are regular direct trains to London (quoted by Greater Anglia at 1hr 50 mins to Liverpool Street Station) and a direct connection to Cambridge among other destinations. Norwich also has an expanding international Airport, which is just 4 miles north of the City.
Both the North Norfolk coast, renowned for its sandy beaches, bird reserves, seals and sailing facilities, and the Norfolk Broads are within easy driving distance.
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WALKING DISTANCES (approx.)
- Norwich Market: 0.6 miles
- Norwich Bus station: 0.9 mile
- Norwich High School: 1.3 mile
- Norwich Train Station: 1.9 miles
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AGENTS NOTE
The property has the benefit of a right of way over a pathway lying to the north of 1 Chester Place, and accessible from the rear courtyard garden.
We understand that the residents of Chester Place each make a small annual contribution towards the upkeep of the road. For 2024 the contribution was £268.00.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
1. These particulars have been prepared in good faith as a general guide, they are not exhaustive and include information provided to us by other parties including the seller, not all of which will have been verified by us.
2. We have not carried out a detailed or structural survey; we have not tested any services, appliances or fittings. Measurements, floor plans, orientation and distances are given as approximate only and should not be relied on.
3. The photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current, aspects may have changed since the photographs were taken. No assumption should be made that any contents are included in the sale.
4. We have not checked that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation approval, statutory or regulatory permissions or consents. Any reference to any alterations or use of any part of the property does not mean that necessary planning, building regulations, or other consent has been obtained.
5. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, surveys, and professional advice about all relevant aspects of the property.
6. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact; we have no authority to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property. If these are required, you should include their terms in any contract between you and the seller.
7. Note to potential purchasers who intend to view the property; if there is any point of particular importance to you, we ask you to discuss this with us before you make arrangements to visit or request a viewing appointment.
8. Viewings are strictly by prior appointment through Jackson-Stops.
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DATE DETAILS PRODUCED
Revised April 2025
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Particulars- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: G
- LISTED PROPERTYA property designated as being of architectural or historical interest, with additional obligations imposed upon the owner.Read more about listed properties in our glossary page.
- Listed
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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