Victoria Road, Macclesfield

Occupying a discreet position along the ever-popular & prestigious Victoria Road, this charming Victorian home offers something rather different from the norm. The property originally formed part of a substantial detached period residence dating back to 1895 before being thoughtfully divided, the property today provides an intriguing blend of character, individuality and contemporary styling, all within easy reach of Macclesfield town centre, the railway station and an excellent range of local amenities.

Set back from the road behind a double-width gravel driveway providing off-road parking for two vehicles, the property is approached via a timber gate set within an attractive brick wall. Beyond, a beautifully designed south facing courtyard garden provides a wonderfully private introduction to the home. Porcelain paving, raised engineered brick planters and carefully chosen planting create an outdoor space that feels both stylish and established whilst remaining easy to maintain.

The entrance itself is entirely unexpected. A glazed linking entrance hall, flooded with natural light beneath its glazed roof, creates a welcoming first impression and immediately hints that this is a home with its own distinct personality.

The traditional in-frame shaker style kitchen has been finished with contrasting granite work surfaces and offers a timeless appearance that sits comfortably alongside the property's Victorian origins.

Beyond, the principal reception room provides a generous and inviting living space centred around a decorative fireplace with granite hearth. Recessed shelving and excellent natural light enhance the room's appeal, creating a setting that feels both elegant and comfortable. Open to a further reception area, the accommodation has a wonderful sense of flow whilst still allowing each space to retain its own identity.

Enhanced by a vaulted ceiling and Velux roof window, this additional reception area provides a versatile extension to the living accommodation and could be enjoyed as a snug, reading area or informal sitting room. Double doors then open through into the dining room, creating a sociable arrangement that works equally well for everyday living and entertaining. The dining room itself benefits from two Velux roof windows and French doors opening directly onto the courtyard garden, strengthening the connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

Completing the ground floor accommodation is a stylish shower room incorporating a useful utility area.

To the first floor, the landing leads to two well-proportioned bedrooms, both benefitting from full height and full width fitted wardrobes. The Main Bedroom enjoys a pleasant outlook over the side aspect, whilst the Second Bedroom offers flexibility as either a guest room or study depending on individual requirements. Serving both rooms is a contemporary shower room fitted with a walk-in shower and complemented by quality fixtures and fittings.

Externally, the landscaped courtyard continues the home's thoughtful approach to design. Arranged across different levels with raised planting beds and established specimen planting, it provides a seating area from which to enjoy the privacy of the setting. There is also a useful brick-built garden store complete with lighting. To the front of the property, the gravel driveway provides the increasingly valuable benefit of off-road parking for two vehicles.

Homes such as this are increasingly difficult to find. Rich in character and thoughtfully updated over time, this distinctive Victorian home offers buyers the opportunity to acquire a property with genuine individuality, combining period charm with surprisingly versatile accommodation in a highly convenient setting. Whilst Victorian in origin, the house has evolved over the years into something entirely unique. 

For more information or to arrange your own personal viewing tour, please contact James, Carly, Lewis or Dawn on the details provided. 

Local Authority - Cheshire East
Council Tax Band - C
Tenure - Freehold

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall / Linked Conservatory
6'9" x 9'2" (2.06m x 2.79m) Wooden double-glazed windows and doors to the front and rear elevations, glazed roof, wall lighting, underfloor heating, electric wall heater, tiled flooring and power points.

Kitchen
6'7" x 10'8" (2.01m x 3.25m) A traditional in-frame shaker style fitted kitchen featuring a range of wall and base units with contrasting granite work surfaces incorporating twin stainless steel undermounted sinks with chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include a fan-assisted oven with grill, electric induction hob with concealed extractor hood over, fridge and dishwasher. uPVC double-glazed window to the front elevation, ceiling track lighting, tiled splashbacks, limestone tiled flooring and radiator.

Lounge
16'5" x 12'2" (5.00m x 3.71m) Ceiling pendant lights, decorative wooden fire surround with granite hearth, three thermostatic radiators, recessed shelving, Velux window, power points, phone point and doors opening to the dining room.

Dining Room
10'6" x 11'1" (3.20m x 3.38m) uPVC double-glazed window to side elevation and uPVC patio doors to the front elevation, two Velux windows, ceiling pendant light, thermostatic radiator, power points, phone point and two sets of opening doors to the rear reception area.

Shower Room and Utility Area
9'3" reducing to 6'4" x 7'1" reducing to 4'1" (2.82m reducing to 1.93m x 2.16m reducing to 1.24m) A modern white three-piece suite comprising an enclosed shower with thermostatic shower on a riser rail, low-level push flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. uPVC double-glazed window to side elevation, ceiling light, power points, part-tiled walls, tiled flooring, space for fridge freezer and plumbing/space for a washing machine.

First Floor

Landing
16'4" reducing to 5'1" x 4'0" reducing to 2'9" (4.98m reducing to 1.55m x 1.22m reducing to 0.84m) Wall lighting, loft hatch and thermostatic radiator.

Main Bedroom
11'0" into robes x 8'8" (3.35m x 2.64m) uPVC double-glazed window to side elevation, ceiling pendant light, thermostatic radiator, power points and fitted wardrobes.

Second Bedroom
10'9" x 6'8" (3.28m x 2.03m) uPVC double-glazed window to front elevation, ceiling pendant light, thermostatic radiator, power points and fitted wardrobes.

Shower Room
7'6" x 5'0" (2.29m x 1.52m) A modern white three-piece suite comprising a walk-in shower with overhead thermostatic shower and additional handheld shower on a riser rail, low-level lever flush WC and vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. uPVC double-glazed window to side elevation, LED downlights, extractor fan, chrome heated towel radiator, partially tiled walls, LED mirror and Amtico herringbone wood-effect flooring.

External 

South Facing Garden & Off Road Parking
Providing a popular sunny southerly aspect the property is set back from the road behind a driveway providing off-road parking for two vehicles. Gated access leads into a contemporary and sheltered brick-walled garden typical of the Victorian era and is mainly laid with porcelain flags and complemented by blue engineered brick raised flower beds. There is also an outside tap, outside lighting and access to a brick-built garden store with quarry tiled flooring and lighting.

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