Westwood, Westbourne Drive, Lancaster, LA1

Set back behind a deep, mature front garden and located within the sought-after Cannon Hill Conservation Area, Westwood enjoys a rare sense of privacy and calm for such a central position. It feels sheltered and peaceful, yet everything Lancaster has to offer is within easy walking distance. The railway station, city centre, shops and amenities are all close at hand, as are excellent local schools, including Lancaster Girls’ Grammar School and Royal Lancaster Grammar School.

For families, it’s a location that truly supports modern life. Children can walk to school and into town, and as they grow older the nearby station—with direct services to Manchester, London Euston and Edinburgh—offers independence and opportunity.

Westwood is a house of real presence and remarkable flexibility, arranged over four generous floors and perfectly suited to the changing needs of family life. There is space here for everyone—not just to live, but to grow, connect and feel at home.

The welcoming entrance hall sets the tone immediately, leading to three reception rooms that offer both elegance and everyday comfort. The drawing room provides a beautiful setting for Christmas gatherings and celebrations, while the dining room invites long Sunday lunches and milestone moments shared with friends and family. A more relaxed sitting room offers a cosy retreat for evenings together—somewhere to read, unwind and spend time as a family.

At the heart of the house lies the kitchen and garden room. Light-filled and sociable, this is where daily life naturally gathers—breakfast before school, homework at the table, conversations over dinner and laughter that spills into the garden. French doors open directly onto the outside space, making it easy for children to move between indoors and out while remaining in sight.

A traditional back kitchen, utility room and cloakroom help manage the practicalities of family life, keeping muddy boots, school bags and busy routines neatly organised. Extensive cellar rooms provide excellent storage for everything that comes with an active household.

Upstairs, the accommodation continues to impress. The first floor offers four generous double bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms, ideal for parents and younger children. The second floor provides three further double bedrooms, a box room and an additional bathroom—perfect for teenagers wanting their own space, visiting relatives, or dedicated study and hobby rooms.

This is a home that adapts as families evolve, offering comfort and flexibility at every stage of life.

Westwood retains the charm and craftsmanship of its Victorian origins, giving the house a character that modern homes rarely replicate. High ceilings, original fireplaces, ornate cornicing and sash windows create a sense of grandeur, balanced by warmth and familiarity.

Sunlight moves gently around the house throughout the day—morning light in the front rooms, afternoon warmth in the garden room and terrace, and cosy evenings gathered indoors. In winter, fires glow in the reception rooms; in summer, doors open wide and life flows naturally into the garden.

It’s the kind of home children grow up remembering—the staircase, the changing light, the sense of space and the feeling of being safe and settled.

The gardens wrap around three sides of the house, providing privacy, beauty and space to play. The deep front garden screens the property from the road and creates a wonderful sense of arrival, while the private driveway offers parking for several cars.

To the side, a sunny terrace becomes the backdrop for summer lunches, barbecues and evening drinks. The rear garden surrounds the garden room, creating a green and peaceful outlook and a safe place for children to explore, play and imagine.

Through the seasons, the garden changes and grows—spring bulbs and blossom, summer colour and scent, autumn leaves and winter calm—becoming an integral part of family life.

Situated within the Cannon Hill Conservation Area, Westwood enjoys a leafy, established setting that feels tranquil and residential, yet remains incredibly well connected. Lancaster’s vibrant cultural life, independent shops, restaurants and amenities are all within walking distance.

Families benefit from proximity to excellent schools, including the Grammar Schools, an abundance of high quality primary schools, faith schools and Lancaster University which is in the top ten of institutions in the UK.

While the railway station—just a short stroll away—offers direct connections for commuting, study and travel.

Vendor Insight:

“When we first viewed Westwood, we immediately were taken by the quality of its solidly traditional structure and original features, but also its practicality and flexibility. We loved the scale of the house, and the sense of history it carried. There have only been a handful of owners since it was built, and it feels as though it has always been cared for.

Over the last twenty years it has been a truly happy family home. We’ve celebrated weddings, birthdays, summer barbecues and every Christmas Eve we host a candle-lit Swedish dinner for the whole family. The house just lends itself to bringing people together.

Our children grew up here surrounded by friends. Because of the space, it naturally became somewhere everyone gathered after school and at weekends. There were always sleepovers, laughter and a real sense of life within the walls.

It’s also such a peaceful place to live. We’re surrounded by greenery and wildlife, yet within minutes we can walk into the centre of the city. There are wonderful walks straight from the door—along the canal, the river and through nearby nature reserves.

The location has been perfect for family life. The children could walk everywhere when they were younger, and as they grew older the proximity of the station gave them independence and new opportunities.”

Westwood offers more than generous rooms and a prime location—it offers a way of life. A place where children can grow up safely, where families can gather and celebrate, and where every chapter of life can be embraced.

With mains services, gas central heating, private parking, extensive storage and freehold tenure, it provides the practical reassurance for long-term living. But it is the atmosphere of the house that truly sets it apart—the warmth, the heritage, the adaptability and the sense of belonging it creates.

This is not simply a period property in a desirable part of Lancaster.

It is a home where memories are made, traditions are formed and family life flourishes—ready to welcome its next chapter.

General Info

Services

Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating from a Hamworthy boiler in the external boiler house.

Westbourne Road is unadopted; there is a charge of £60pa towards the upkeep.

Directions

Directions

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Use Sat Nav LA1 5EE with reference to the directions below:
On the one-way system around Lancaster (A6/King Street), turn left onto Market Street (becoming Meeting House Lane) following the signs for the train station. Pass the station and continue onto Westbourne Road. Turn left onto Westbourne Drive and Westwood is the second entrance on the right.