The Prospect, Acklam, Middlesbrough, TS5 7QZ

This attractive three-bedroom semi-detached period home offers a wonderful combination of character, generous proportions and modern family living. Retaining a wealth of appealing original-style features, including high ceilings, stained-glass detailing, picture rails and feature fireplaces, the property also benefits from a recently installed boiler, electrics, an extended contemporary kitchen/dining room, two generous reception rooms and a good-sized mature rear garden.

The spacious accommodation is filled with natural light and offers excellent versatility for family life, while the generous block-paved frontage provides valuable off-road parking. To the front, the property enjoys a pleasant open aspect across playing fields, further adding to its appeal.

This is another delightful home, available through Kathryn Barr Estate Agents. As there is no onward chain – early viewing is highly recommended.

Entrance Porch

Entered through fully glazed UPVC double doors, with a window to the side allowing additional natural light. Finished with traditional quarry tiled flooring and a further door opening into the entrance hall.

Entrance Hall

An impressive and spacious entrance hall which immediately introduces the character found throughout this home. Featuring attractive stained-glass detailing to the internal doors leading to the living room, second reception room and kitchen/dining room, together with wooden flooring, panelled walls and high ceilings. A staircase to the first-floor accommodation.

Living Room

A gorgeous, bright and inviting reception room featuring a large walk-in bay window which floods the space with natural light, complemented by an additional window to the side. A period-style fireplace provides an attractive focal point, while the high ceiling enhances the wonderful sense of space and character.

Second Reception Room / Dining Room

A versatile second reception room offering excellent additional living space. Featuring wooden flooring, an attractive feature fireplace and a window to the side, together with French doors opening directly onto the rear garden. Ideally suited as a formal dining room, family room, playroom or additional sitting room.

Kitchen / Dining Room

Positioned to the rear of the property, this recently upgraded i extended kitchen/dining room creates a superb sociable heart to the home. The kitchen is fitted with a contemporary range of sleek, high-gloss handleless units complemented by contrasting tiled splashbacks and tiled flooring. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, oven, gas hob and washing machine, with additional space for a fridge/freezer.

The kitchen flows seamlessly into a bright glazed extension overlooking the rear garden, providing an excellent space for a dining table and making this a particularly attractive area for everyday family dining and entertaining.

First Floor 

Landing

The landing retains further period character with a feature picture rail and attractive part-glazed doors providing access to all three bedrooms and the house bathroom. There is also access to a fully boarded loft space, providing useful additional storage.

Master Bedroom

A generous double bedroom positioned to the front of the property. High ceilings, a large front-facing window and an additional window to the side create a wonderfully bright and airy feel. The room enjoys an open aspect across the playing fields to the front and also benefits from a built-in storage cupboard.

Bedroom Two

Another well-proportioned double bedroom, positioned to the rear and overlooking the garden. Character features include a cast-iron feature fireplace and picture rail, while the large rear-facing window provides plenty of natural light.

Bedroom Three

A single bedroom situated to the front of the property, featuring a picture rail and front-facing window enjoying the open aspect across the playing fields. Ideal as a child’s bedroom, nursery or home office.

House Bathroom

The house bathroom has been stylishly updated with marble-effect stone tiling and contemporary fittings. The suite comprises a modern bath with glazed shower screen and overhead shower, WC and wash hand basin incorporated within a vanity unit providing useful storage below. Attractive brass-effect fittings complete the modern finish.

Externally

Front

The property benefits from a generous block-paved frontage and driveway providing valuable off-road parking. Established planting adds interest, while gated side access leads through to the rear garden.

Rear Garden

A good-sized and mature rear garden providing an excellent amount of outdoor space for families. The garden incorporates lawned, gravelled and paved areas alongside mature trees, shrubs and established planted borders, creating an attractive and varied outdoor setting. There is space for outdoor seating, entertaining and children’s play, together with a useful garden shed providing additional storage.

Location and Amenities

Acklam is known for its family friendly atmosphere, excellent amenities and good connectivity. The Prospect is in a particularly convenient location.

Locally: in Newbridge Court there is a One Stop for everyday needs and the dog friendly Endeavour Pub. Acklam Hall offers afternoon teas, while the Tomahawk restaurant has menus from breakfast through to dinner. Beautiful green spaces include Albert Park and Café - a green oasis with lovely walks, lake for fishing, tennis courts and weekly Parkrun; Stewart Park with events including a Saturday Parkrun, pets’ corner, children’s play area and café, plus Mill Hill Field Recreation Ground.

Schools: There are several well-regarded schools in the area, including Acklam Whin Primary School and, for secondary education, Outwood Academy and Acklam Grange School.

Transport Links: Convenient for the A19 and other major routes, Acklam provides great connectivity to the north, the south, the coast and the North York Moors. Middlesbrough’s train station has links to Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, York and London Kings Cross. 

Approximate Distances from The Prospect: Tees Valley Hospital 1.4 miles; James Cook University Hospital 1.8 miles; Middlesbrough Centre 2.5 miles; Teesside Park (shops, eateries, leisure) 4.2 miles; Redcar Beach 10.2 miles; Teesside International Airport 11.8 miles; Darlington 16.6 miles; Newcastle 41 miles.

To find out more about this vibrant, interesting area, please ask Kathryn Barr Estate Agents or visit the ‘We Are Middlesbrough’ website.  Also, the Area Guides on our website will give an insight into surrounding villages and towns.

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Disclaimer Note: 1. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, and they are believed to be correct, intending purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the correctness of the information given. Kathryn Barr Estate Agents does not accept responsibility for any errors in the information provided. 2. Our particulars are for guidance only and do not form part of any offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as statements or representation of fact or warranty. 3. All dimensions and shapes are approximate. 4. We have not tested any services, appliances, equipment, facilities or fittings and cannot verify that they are in working order.