Dee Banks, Chester, Cheshire, CH3

Available for the first time in over a century. An exceptional Victorian residence with panoramic views across the River Dee and city skyline, together with detached coach house in a private garden.

Key Features

• A historic 1851 Victorian villa constructed of brick with stone quoins and impressive period features
• Coach house with oak-panelled snooker room, cinema room and study with potential for guest annexe
• Panoramic westerly views over the River & Meadows, with spectacular sunsets and leafy riverside vistas
• Over 5,700 sq ft of accommodation across the main house and coach house with scope to modernise and improve
• Generous reception rooms, 7 bedrooms with potential to accommodate for luxury en-suites and home office
• Private walled gardens, mature trees, greenhouse and patios - ideal for entertaining
• Just a short walk to Chester’s historic centre, schools, amenities and excellent transport links

FEATURES

HOUSE - 3,904 sq ft

- Reception Hall
- Drawing Room
- Sitting Room
- Dining Room
- Study/Library
- Living Room
- Utility Room
- Kitchen with Breakfast Area
- Cellars
- 7 Bedrooms
- Dressing Room
- 2 Bathrooms

COACH HOUSE - 1,827 sq ft

- Coach House with Garaging for 3 vehicles
- Workshop
- Separate W.C.
- Kitchenette & Rest Room
- Cinema Room
- Snooker Room
- Study

OUTSIDE

- Log Store
- Greenhouse with Potting Shed
- Lawned Front & Rear Gardens
- Patio & Barbeque Area

Opportunity Awaits

This is more than a property — it’s a canvas for creating an exceptional riverside family home steeped in grandeur and possibility. Rarely released, it stands ready for a visionary buyer to craft a bespoke legacy in one of Chester’s most treasured settings.

Location

39/41 Dee Banks occupies a prime position on Chester’s sought-after riverside, overlooking the River Dee & Meadows. From here the historic city centre is within walking distance, offering a vibrant mix of restaurants, cafés, boutiques and cultural attractions, alongside essential amenities.

Locally, Great Boughton provides everyday convenience with shops, a post office, and supermarkets including Waitrose and Sainsbury’s. Chester itself offers an excellent choice of state and independent schools, including The King’s and The Queen’s Schools, as well as Abbey Gate College at Saighton.

For leisure, sailing and rowing are popular on the river, while golf is available at Chester Curzon Park, Eaton Golf Club and Vicars Cross. Chester Racecourse, one of the oldest in the country, and the city’s tennis, squash, rugby and cricket clubs provide further opportunities.

The property is exceptionally well connected. The A55, M53 and M56 provide easy access to Liverpool, Manchester, Warrington and North Wales. Both Liverpool and Manchester airports are within an hour’s drive, while London can be reached in under two hours from Chester Station via Crewe.


Property Information

Address: 39/41 Dee Banks, Chester, Cheshire, CH3 5UU.

Tenure: The property is freehold with vacant possession.

Services: Mains Water, Electricity, Gas and Drainage. Telephone and Broadband connection.

Local Authority: Cheshire West & Chester Council.

Council Tax: Band H - £4,713.32 payable 2025/26.

Town & Country Planning: 39/41 Dee Banks is not listed but is within a Conservation Area.

Third Party Rights: 39/41 Dee Banks has the benefit of a vehicular right of way to the rear over Private Walk which is an unadopted lane owned by Dee View Estate to which there is an annual charge towards maintenance.

Fixtures: Unless specifically mentioned in these particulars all contents, fixtures and fittings, garden ornaments, statues, carpets and curtains are excluded from the sale. Certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment via Jackson- Stops, Chester office.

DIRECTIONS

From Chester city centre travel south on the B5130 (Sandy Lane) following signs for Farndon. Proceed down the hill and after passing the Chester Sailing Club take the next turning left into Dee Banks and No 39/41 will be seen after a short distance on the right hand side.