Prestbury Road, Macclesfield

Occupying a lovely position along a quiet no-through road within one of Macclesfield's most established residential settings, this handsome Victorian red brick terraced home combines period character, elegant proportions and a highly convenient location, all within easy walking distance of the town centre, railway station and a wide range of amenities.

From the wisteria-clad frontage and wrought iron railings to the original pine floorboards and fireplaces found within, this is a home that feels immediately settled into its surroundings. "There is a quiet confidence about it; a house that has been cared for, enjoyed and thoughtfully updated" over time whilst retaining the features that make Victorian homes so enduringly popular.

As you approach, the attractive red brick façade, mature planting and traditional architectural detailing provide a fitting introduction. Stepping through the front door, you are welcomed by an elegant entrance hall where original pine floorboards, decorative staircase panelling, picture rails and mouldings immediately hint at the character that continues throughout the house.

To the front, the lounge is centred around a cast iron fireplace with marble hearth. The high ceilings, large sliding sash-style window and original pine floorboards create a room that feels bright, inviting and unmistakably Victorian in its proportions. Open through to the dining room, the two reception rooms connect beautifully whilst still retaining their own individual character.

The dining room is every bit as appealing, with fitted shelving, natural pine floorboards and an Aga wood-burning stove creating a wonderful focal point. It is the sort of room that feels entirely in keeping with the age and character of the house; comfortable, welcoming and full of personality.

Beyond, the kitchen has been sympathetically updated in a traditional shaker style with butcher's block worktops, a Belfast sink and space for a Rangemaster cooker. The wood-effect LVT flooring sits comfortably alongside the more traditional finishes, creating a space that feels both practical and in keeping with the overall character of the property. A large rear window draws natural light into the room whilst framing views across the courtyard garden beyond. A stable door provides direct access outside and a staircase leads down to the useful cellar, offering excellent storage together with space for additional appliances.

To the first floor, a split-level landing leads to three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The Main Bedroom spans the full width of the property and enjoys the generous proportions and ceiling heights so often associated with Victorian homes. Original pine floorboards, fitted wardrobes and a tall slender window combine to create a wonderfully bright and airy room.

The Second Bedroom is another generous double room overlooking the rear of the property, where the continuation of the original floorboards further enhances the sense of character found throughout the home. The Third Bedroom offers flexibility depending upon your requirements, whether as a bedroom, nursery or home office.

The bathroom has been thoughtfully designed to complement the character of the house, featuring a traditional white suite, a rainfall shower over the bath, a shaker-style vanity wash hand basin and attractive tiling.

Outside, the rear garden offers a surprisingly private and sheltered courtyard setting enclosed by mature brick walling and coping stones. Designed to be low maintenance, it provides a lovely outdoor space for morning coffee, summer evenings and entertaining alike, with established planting softening the boundaries and adding colour throughout the seasons.

The property also benefits from residents' permit parking and sits within a designated conservation area. Living within a conservation area helps preserve the architectural character and historic appearance of the surrounding streetscape, ensuring that the qualities which make locations such as this so appealing remain protected for future generations.

Prestbury Road has long been one of Macclesfield's most popular residential locations. Conveniently positioned for easy access into the town centre, railway station and surrounding amenities, it offers the practicality of town living whilst retaining a character and sense of place that is increasingly valued by homeowners.

For those seeking a home with genuine character, original features and a location that places everything within easy reach, this attractive Victorian property presents a wonderful opportunity.

For more information or to arrange a viewing please contact James, Carly, Dawn or Lewis on the details provided. 

Local Authority - Cheshire East
Council Tax Band - C
Tenure - Leasehold - 999 Years from 2nd February 1854 
Ground Rent - £6.7s.6d (Never Collected) 

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall
12'6" x 3'8" extending to 13'9" x 5'7" (3.81m x 1.12m extending to 4.19m x 1.70m) Wooden panelled entrance door with half-moon single-glazed window over, ceiling pendant lights, coving, picture rails, thermostatic radiator, power points, original pine floorboards, staircase rising to the first floor and decorative staircase panelling.

Lounge
11'9" x 13'0" (3.58m x 3.96m) uPVC double-glazed sliding sash window to the front elevation, ceiling pendant light, coving, thermostatic radiator, power points, recessed cupboards with shelving, exposed pine floorboards and cast iron open fireplace with open grate and marble hearth. Open plan through to the dining room.

Dining Room
13'8" x 11'1" (4.17m x 3.38m) uPVC double-glazed window to the rear elevation, ceiling pendant light, thermostatic radiator, power points, coving, exposed pine floorboards, recessed storage cupboards with shelving and wooden fireplace surround incorporating an inset Aga wood-burning stove set upon a tiled and granite hearth.

Kitchen
14'4" x 10'3" (4.37m x 3.12m) A traditional shaker-style fitted kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units with butcher's block wooden worktops incorporating a Belfast sink with period-style chrome mixer tap. Space for a Rangemaster cooker with stainless steel splashback and stainless steel Rangemaster extractor hood over, plumbing and space for a washing machine, integrated dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer. Wooden double-glazed window to the rear elevation, LED downlights, thermostatic radiator, wooden worktops and window sill, power points, wood-effect LVT flooring, uPVC double-glazed stable door to the side elevation and door leading down to the cellar.

First Floor

Landing
13'8" x 5'7" (4.17m x 1.70m) Split-level landing with spindle balustrade, ceiling pendant light and power points.

Main Bedroom
12'0" x 17'4" (3.66m x 5.28m) uPVC double-glazed sliding sash window to the front elevation, ceiling pendant light, coving, thermostatic radiator, recessed fitted wardrobes, painted floorboards and power points.

Second Bedroom
13'8" x 11'1" (4.17m x 3.38m) uPVC double-glazed window to the rear elevation, ceiling pendant light, thermostatic radiator, pine floorboards and power points.

Third Bedroom
11'5" reducing to 6'7" x 10'5" (3.48m reducing to 2.01m x 3.18m) uPVC double-glazed window to the rear elevation, ceiling pendant light, thermostatic radiator, power points and cupboard housing a Worcester combination boiler.

Bathroom
7'3" x 7'2" max reducing to 5'2" (2.21m x 2.18m max reducing to 1.57m) Traditional white three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with thermostatic overhead shower, additional handheld shower attachment on a riser rail and period-style chrome mixer tap, vanity wash hand basin with period-style chrome mixer tap and low-level WC. uPVC double-glazed window to the side elevation, LED downlights, heated towel radiator, extractor fan, tiled walls and patterned tiled flooring.

Cellar

Cellar Room
11'9" x 13'0" (3.58m x 3.96m) Wooden single-glazed window to the front elevation, ceiling pendant light, stone flagged flooring, power points, space for additional appliances and gas meter.

Externally

Front
The property is set back behind wrought iron gates and railings with a lawned garden, stone-flagged pathway leading to the front door and mature borders stocked with a variety of flowering plants and shrubs.

Rear Garden
To the rear of the property you will find a pretty, low-maintenance courtyard garden enclosed by brick walling with coping stones and laid with stone flags. Outside water tap and gated rear access

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