Herbert Street, Carlisle, CA1 2QE

Whether you're searching for your very first home, looking for a little more space or perhaps considering your next buy-to-let investment, Number 2 Herbert Street is a fantastic opportunity that certainly deserves your attention! Offering two generous bedrooms, two reception rooms and, unusually for a terraced property of this type, TWO bathrooms, there's a surprising amount of accommodation waiting behind the front door - and better still, the property is offered to the market with the fantastic advantage of NO ONWARD CHAIN!

Positioned at the end of the terrace and conveniently located just off London Road to the south of Carlisle city centre, this is a home you can comfortably move straight into and enjoy from day one. 

One of the first things you'll notice when you step inside is just how generous the proportions are, with high ceilings helping to accentuate the feeling of space and light throughout. uPVC double glazing and full gas central heating take care of the everyday comforts, while another particularly reassuring feature is the roof, which was replaced only a few years ago and should provide valuable peace of mind for the next owners.

Number 2 has also previously enjoyed success as a rental property, and with rental demand remaining strong within this convenient area of Carlisle, the property could make an excellent addition to an investment portfolio. Equally, with its generous accommodation, two bathrooms and ready-to-move-into condition, it's a brilliant proposition for a first-time buyer wanting a home with considerably more space than you might initially expect.

Stepping inside, you're greeted by an entrance vestibule, and although it's a relatively simple feature, it's incredibly useful in everyday life. There's somewhere to take off wet coats and shoes before entering the main house, while also creating a welcoming separation between the front door and the principal accommodation.

From here, you step into the main entrance hall, which is a fantastic size and immediately gives you a sense of the proportions found throughout the property. Doors lead into the living room at the front and dining room towards the rear, while the staircase rises through the centre of the house to the first-floor accommodation.

The living room is a wonderfully bright and inviting space, with dual-aspect windows allowing natural light to enter the room from two directions - something that really does make a difference and isn't always found in a traditional terraced home. There's plenty of room for a comfortable arrangement of sofas and occasional furniture, while the gas log-burning-effect fire creates an attractive focal point and provides that welcome extra warmth when the colder winter evenings arrive. With its high ceiling and excellent natural light, this is a lovely room to settle down and relax at the end of the day.

Moving through to the dining room and again, the proportions really impress. There's easily enough room for a substantial dining table and chairs together with additional furniture, making this a brilliant space for family meals, Sunday lunches or entertaining friends. A feature fireplace provides another lovely focal point, while a large built-in cupboard takes care of that all-important everyday storage. Better still, French doors open directly onto the rear yard, allowing plenty of natural light into the room and providing a fantastic connection with the outside space during the warmer summer months.

From the dining room, you continue into the breakfast kitchen, and this is another excellent-sized room with plenty of space for everyday family life. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units complemented by generous work surfaces and tiled splashbacks, together with a white porcelain sink and mixer tap, double oven and four-ring gas hob. There is also excellent provision for appliances including a fridge freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.

What really makes the kitchen work, however, is the additional space available for a good-sized breakfast table and chairs. It's exactly the sort of informal area that quickly becomes part of everyday life - perfect for breakfast before school or work, a quick evening meal, sitting down with a coffee or simply catching up at the end of the day. A large window overlooking the rear yard brings plenty of natural light into the room, while a uPVC double-glazed door provides convenient direct access outside.

Beyond the breakfast kitchen you'll find something you certainly don't expect in every property of this style - a modern ground-floor shower room. Fitted with a contemporary three-piece suite comprising a generous walk-in shower enclosure, WC with concealed cistern and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit, it's smart, practical and ready to use from day one. Having a second bathroom downstairs also adds a huge amount of flexibility, particularly when guests are staying or when everyone is trying to get ready at the same time!

Moving upstairs, the generous proportions continue with two spacious bedrooms.

The front bedroom is particularly impressive and provides a fantastic amount of floor space for a large bed together with wardrobes, drawers and additional bedroom furniture. A useful built-in cupboard provides even more storage, helping to keep everything neatly tucked away, while the generous proportions and high ceiling create a bright and comfortable main bedroom.

The rear bedroom is another excellent room, but this one has an additional feature that really sets Number 2 apart. The space has been cleverly adapted to incorporate its very own first-floor en-suite shower room - a real luxury and something you simply don't find very often within traditional terraced properties in this location. There's still plenty of room within the bedroom itself for the furniture you'd expect, while the adjoining en-suite is modern and well presented, comprising a corner shower enclosure, WC and wash hand basin. Combined with the ground-floor shower room, having two bathrooms makes this house considerably more practical than many comparable two-bedroom homes.

Outside, the rear yard has been designed to be incredibly easy to look after, meaning you can enjoy the outside space without sacrificing your weekends to maintenance. Predominantly laid with traditional flagstones and complemented by an area of artificial grass, there's greenery throughout the year without the need to mow the lawn. There's plenty of room for outdoor seating, pots and planters, making it a pleasant spot to sit outside with a coffee or enjoy the warmer summer evenings.

Location-wise, Herbert Street is incredibly convenient.

Positioned just off London Road to the south of Carlisle, the city centre can be reached within only a few minutes by car or is easily accessible on foot for those who prefer to walk. This makes the property particularly appealing for anyone working within the city centre or simply wanting shops, restaurants, cafés and everyday amenities close at hand.

Just a short distance away is St Nicholas Gate Retail Park, providing an excellent selection of everyday shopping facilities including Asda and Iceland, while further shops and services can be found along London Road itself. There are also excellent schooling options within the surrounding area, making the location equally practical for families.

For anyone commuting further afield, road connections are another major advantage. Junction 42 of the M6 motorway can be reached quickly and easily, providing straightforward access north and south, while Carlisle's southern road connections and bypass make travelling around the city and towards West Cumbria equally convenient.

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band - A

EPC Rating - TBC (on order)

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