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Freehold
£1,395,000
4 bed detached house for sale
'norton, ' North Road, Grassendale Park, Liverpool. L194 beds
2 baths
4 receptions
EPC rating: D
Key Information
Tenure:
Freehold
Council tax band:
G
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Cressington 0.3 miles
- St Austin's Catholic Primary School 0.5 miles
- Gilmour Junior School 0.6 miles
- Aigburth 0.6 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- A Grade II Listed Detached Villa
- Situated In The Private & Leafy Grassendale Park
- A Picturesque & Delightful Location
- Enjoying Three Park Plots Providing Beautiful & Delightful Gardens
- Impressive Neo Classical & Grecian Facades
- Stunning Reception Hall With Fine Decorative Features
- Beautiful Drawing Room & Formal Dining Room
- Study
- Morning Room
- Recently Re-Equipped Dining Kitchen
- Utility & WC
- Large & Impressive Landing
- Four Elegant Bedrooms
- En-Suite To Principal Bedroom
- Family Bathroom & WC
- Substantial Attic (potential to create further bedrooms)
- Large Basement With Five Rooms
- Sweeping Driveway
- Garage & Out-Buildings
- A Fine Example Of Victorian Craftsmanship
Description
The elevations are stucco providing a polite and refined appearance making this an exquisite villa which is nestled within three park plots, one of Liverpool's finest and most desirable dwellings.
The façade, fronting North Road, is arguably the main feature being recessed between two straight sided single storey bay windows. The entrance is flanked by two classical fluted, and scrolled Ionic columns supporting the balcony over the porch. It is furnished with Grecian decorations providing a decorative pinnacle. A delicately glazed entrance door has shallow display niches with rounded heads to either side and the bays have tripartite windows divided by mullions with inset opening casement windows and side pilasters connecting to the moulded frieze.
The remainder of the elevations are elegant, classical and enjoy a number of features including stucco detail, pinecone finials to the roof parapet and impressive symmetrical windows throughout. Internally the accommodation is classical in design, served by a stunning reception hall and the sleeping quarters are accessed via a cantilevered return staircase, are bright due to the symmetrical large windows and are positioned in a simple yet impressive format to each corner of the property. The two principal floors form the majority of this exquisite accommodation in addition to substantial basement and attic quarters.
Externally the West facade is particularly attractive, enjoys detailed mouldings work and delicately proportioned windows overlooking the formal West facing garden. Previously used as a tennis court and croquet lawn. The rear elevation holds further details including dentils to the parapet and a trio of lateral stacks.
The gardens are formal and established with large areas of lawn, established trees, sweeping driveway in addition to a garage and out-buildings.
Both inside and outside the property superb craftsmanship has been displayed in its finest form and today, the house survives as a monument to the aspirations and affluence of Liverpool's golden age of growth and prosperity.
A full photographic inventory and detailed description of this property is set within this sales brochure, however, in order to appreciate the fine standard of classical architecture and the embellished and refined decorative features, an early inspection is undertaken.
The property was original constructed around 1848 by the affluent ship building family, 'The Seddons'. It is understood that 'Norton' the second house to be constructed in Grassendale Park, abided by the most stringent set of covenants which govern construction in the fine private parks which adjoin the River Mersey in this desirable and affluent part of Liverpool.
Grassendale Park was laid out in the 1840's by the Aigburth Land Company who formed a 'Society of Persons' looking to build moderate sized villas for their own residence. The venture was so successful, and demand was so high the second suburb, Cressington Park, was laid out on the adjoining land on the same principles. Grassendale Park has a gated entrance and has been maintained to an excellent standard. In order to protect these areas of architectural and historic interest both parks where designated conservation areas in 1968, subsequently extended in 1996.
In 1873 a new railway station was open within Cressington Park to give residence of both areas easy access to Liverpool City Centre and beyond. Speed restrictions were applied later to provide a safe environment in which people could reside. The surrounding district is established, and amenities are offered along Aigburth Road or alternatively Allerton Road providing comprehensive shopping facilities, schools covering all age ranges and a selection of restaurants and wine bars.
National and International travel is provided for at the John Lennon Liverpool Airport and a comprehensive local road network brings Liverpool city centre and many further conurbations to within easy reach.
Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
The Frontage
The front garden enjoys secluded tree cover, the property is accessed via a deep driveway with decorative piers and ample provision for parking.
Entrance Porch
With balcony over forms part of the symmetrical and classical façade. The entrance porch being supported by ionic columns and decorative frieze. A glazed entrance door with delicate glazing bars set into a carved and pleasant surround, wide architraves.
Reception Hall (8.50m x 2.09m)
The reception hall is inviting and impressive with detailed joinery work displayed throughout including deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings and a series of archways with fine decoration and supporting consoles to the staircase. The ceilings are finished with fine cornice incorporating modillions decorated with gold acanthus leaves. The elegant return cantilevered staircase leads to the upper floor with a scrolled hand rail and delicately turned balusters. The string is carved and detailed and the entire stairwell is lit by a beautiful and original eight panelled circular skylight with central white rosette and much of the original stained glass work including gold acanthus leaves and deep blue stained glass. This was a typical feature of the period in the more affluent and beautiful dwellings. Access to the cellar is available under the stairwell and to the side there is a cloak room with a service door leading to the gardens.
Drawing Room (8.32m x 4.79m)
This impressive and beautiful room is well lit by way of the tripartite windows divided by original mullions with inset opening casements overlooking the front and side gardens. Double aspect glazing makes this room simply magnificent, attractive in appearance and design. The front window enjoy original shutters and detailed panelled surrounds. A hand carved fireplace with over mantle houses solid fuel stove on a raised marble hearth. Book shelving and book cases are located within the room. Detailed joinery includes deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, picture railing and a cornice ceiling.
Study (5.41m x 4.83m)
Double aspect glazing in the form of original French windows to the front and side furnished with original shutters and panelled surround. Delicately carved fireplace with living flam gas fire set on a raised hearth with base units and book shelving to either side. Again, detailed joinery work is displayed through deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, panelled walls, a cornice and panelled ceiling with ceiling rose.
Formal Dining Room (4.84m x 4.20m)
Enjoying a tripartite bay window with dividing mullions and delicate glazing bars providing views of the gardens, wood block flooring, radiator, deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, cornice ceiling with ceiling rose.
Morning Room (4.92m x 3.68m)
With a sash window furnished with original shutters and window seat providing pleasant views of the garden, original storage cupboards, marble fire surround with living flame gas fire, book shelving, radiator, picture rail, cornice ceiling. Connecting door into:
Dining Kitchen (4.65m x 3.01m)
Recently modernised and re-equipped with an attractive and contrasting arrangement of base, wall and drawer units furnished with quartz work surfaces incorporating a sink unit with instant hot and cold water quooker tap, an arrangement of illuminated glazed display cabinets provide and air of class, integrated fridge, plumbing for dishwasher, radiator, gas cooker point with extractor fan over, integrated ‘Neff’ microwave. Incorporated within the units is a corner carousel unit with bin storage facility. Window overlooking the garden.
Utility & WC (4.23m x 2.07m)
Base, wall and drawer units, quality work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap with work surface lighting over, a mid-century glazed door leads back in to the reception hall, double glazed timber door leads into the garden.
WC (1.79m x 1.30m)
Low level WC, Belfast sink unit, double glazed window.
First Floor Accommodation Landing
Approached via the elegant cantilever return staircase, passes over a half landing which allows access to:
WC (2.18m x 1.21m)
Comprising a classical high level flush, cantilever wash basin, sash window.
First Floor Main Landing (5.18m x 2.19m)
A beautiful landing being impressive in appearance, deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, twin arches with decorative mouldings and inlays and an elegant cornice ceiling. As previously mentioned there is a charming circular skylight with white rosette, delicate glazing bars and the majority of the original stained glass retained. Off the main landing is an inner landing with a staircase leading to the attic rooms.
Principal Bedroom 1 (4.82m x 4.32m)
Beautifully proportioned double aspect windows providing views over the gardens and surrounding area with inset casements, allowing access to the balcony over the porch, side windows looking onto the garden, deep skirting boards, wide architraves, door connecting to:
Dressing Room (4.20m x 2.09m)
Casement window leading onto the balcony, hand made bespoke furniture including wardrobes and drawer units. Interconnecting door to bedroom two.
En-Suite Shower Room (3.32m x 2.20m)
Four piece suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC, bidet, glazed shower enclosure, vanity and cosmetic unit, sash window overlooking the garden, chrome heated towel rail. Connecting door to main landing.
Bedroom 2 (4.94m x 4.22m)
Double aspect glazing from beautiful casement windows to the front and side, one of which allows access onto the front balcony. Further sash window overlooks the beautiful gardens. Detailed joinery work including deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings. Built-in cupboard.
Bedroom 3 (4.8m x 4.3m)
Sash window overlooking the surrounding gardens, radiator, deep skirting boards, wide architraves, original built-in cupboard.
Bedroom 4 (4.82m x 4.26m)
Sash window overlooking the surrounding gardens, vanity area with pedestal wash hand basin and mirror over, deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, radiator and built-in cupboard.
Inner Landing
Stairs leading to second floor and large linen cupboard. Access to:
Family Bathroom (2.56m x 2.30m)
Three piece suite comprising panelled bath with rain shower and mixer shower attachment, glazed screen, vanity unit with wash basin, close coupled WC, cosmetic cupboard with mirror over, chrome heated towel rail, tiled floor, fully tiled walls.
Second Floor Accommodation
Via a standard yet elegant return staircase.
Attic Rooms
Large Attic Room (6.50m x 3.65m)
Two deep eaves storage cupboards, possibly suitable for further conversion, window, light well.
Storage Unit (1.97m x 1.50m)
Additional loft room for storage.
Ample eaves storage rooms.
Basement
Basement Hallway
Room 1 (6.68m x 4.86m)
Having terracotta and black quarry tiled floors, gas fired Worcester combination boiler, light wells providing adequate natural light, service meters.
Room 2 (4.88m x 4.25m)
Stone flooring, light well.
Room 3 (4.88m x 4.25m)
Stone flooring, light well.
Room 4 (4.88m x 4.25m)
Stone flooring, light well.
Additional Rooms Include
Tool Store (2.49m x 2.12m)
Stone flooring, coal storage room and door to garden.
Storage Room (2.56m x 3.16m)
Light well.
Externally
The garden comprises three standard park plots which we believe should total three quarters of an acre. Each park plot, as laid down within the covenants is one thousand square yards. The gardens which envelop the property are simply stunning, mature, established and provide substantial outdoor space. Areas of lawn stretch outwards towards deep borders offering a wide variety of trees including Acers, Birch and Beech. A charming water feature provides an air of ambience to the gardens positioned close to a high quality summer house of timber and glazed construction. The perimeters are finished in a combination of fencing and Victorian walls, softened by a wide variety of established shrubs, trees and flowers set into the surrounding perimeter. To the rear there is a out-building and garage backing on to the service road which runs parallel to North Road.
The elevations are stucco providing a polite and refined appearance making this an exquisite villa which is nestled within three park plots, one of Liverpool's finest and most desirable dwellings.
The façade, fronting North Road, is arguably the main feature being recessed between two straight sided single storey bay windows. The entrance is flanked by two classical fluted, and scrolled Ionic columns supporting the balcony over the porch. It is furnished with Grecian decorations providing a decorative pinnacle. A delicately glazed entrance door has shallow display niches with rounded heads to either side and the bays have tripartite windows divided by mullions with inset opening casement windows and side pilasters connecting to the moulded frieze.
The remainder of the elevations are elegant, classical and enjoy a number of features including stucco detail, pinecone finials to the roof parapet and impressive symmetrical windows throughout. Internally the accommodation is classical in design, served by a stunning reception hall and the sleeping quarters are accessed via a cantilevered return staircase, are bright due to the symmetrical large windows and are positioned in a simple yet impressive format to each corner of the property. The two principal floors form the majority of this exquisite accommodation in addition to substantial basement and attic quarters.
Externally the West facade is particularly attractive, enjoys detailed mouldings work and delicately proportioned windows overlooking the formal West facing garden. Previously used as a tennis court and croquet lawn. The rear elevation holds further details including dentils to the parapet and a trio of lateral stacks.
The gardens are formal and established with large areas of lawn, established trees, sweeping driveway in addition to a garage and out-buildings.
Both inside and outside the property superb craftsmanship has been displayed in its finest form and today, the house survives as a monument to the aspirations and affluence of Liverpool's golden age of growth and prosperity.
A full photographic inventory and detailed description of this property is set within this sales brochure, however, in order to appreciate the fine standard of classical architecture and the embellished and refined decorative features, an early inspection is undertaken.
The property was original constructed around 1848 by the affluent ship building family, 'The Seddons'. It is understood that 'Norton' the second house to be constructed in Grassendale Park, abided by the most stringent set of covenants which govern construction in the fine private parks which adjoin the River Mersey in this desirable and affluent part of Liverpool.
Grassendale Park was laid out in the 1840's by the Aigburth Land Company who formed a 'Society of Persons' looking to build moderate sized villas for their own residence. The venture was so successful, and demand was so high the second suburb, Cressington Park, was laid out on the adjoining land on the same principles. Grassendale Park has a gated entrance and has been maintained to an excellent standard. In order to protect these areas of architectural and historic interest both parks where designated conservation areas in 1968, subsequently extended in 1996.
In 1873 a new railway station was open within Cressington Park to give residence of both areas easy access to Liverpool City Centre and beyond. Speed restrictions were applied later to provide a safe environment in which people could reside. The surrounding district is established, and amenities are offered along Aigburth Road or alternatively Allerton Road providing comprehensive shopping facilities, schools covering all age ranges and a selection of restaurants and wine bars.
National and International travel is provided for at the John Lennon Liverpool Airport and a comprehensive local road network brings Liverpool city centre and many further conurbations to within easy reach.
Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
The Frontage
The front garden enjoys secluded tree cover, the property is accessed via a deep driveway with decorative piers and ample provision for parking.
Entrance Porch
With balcony over forms part of the symmetrical and classical façade. The entrance porch being supported by ionic columns and decorative frieze. A glazed entrance door with delicate glazing bars set into a carved and pleasant surround, wide architraves.
Reception Hall (8.50m x 2.09m)
The reception hall is inviting and impressive with detailed joinery work displayed throughout including deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings and a series of archways with fine decoration and supporting consoles to the staircase. The ceilings are finished with fine cornice incorporating modillions decorated with gold acanthus leaves. The elegant return cantilevered staircase leads to the upper floor with a scrolled hand rail and delicately turned balusters. The string is carved and detailed and the entire stairwell is lit by a beautiful and original eight panelled circular skylight with central white rosette and much of the original stained glass work including gold acanthus leaves and deep blue stained glass. This was a typical feature of the period in the more affluent and beautiful dwellings. Access to the cellar is available under the stairwell and to the side there is a cloak room with a service door leading to the gardens.
Drawing Room (8.32m x 4.79m)
This impressive and beautiful room is well lit by way of the tripartite windows divided by original mullions with inset opening casements overlooking the front and side gardens. Double aspect glazing makes this room simply magnificent, attractive in appearance and design. The front window enjoy original shutters and detailed panelled surrounds. A hand carved fireplace with over mantle houses solid fuel stove on a raised marble hearth. Book shelving and book cases are located within the room. Detailed joinery includes deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, picture railing and a cornice ceiling.
Study (5.41m x 4.83m)
Double aspect glazing in the form of original French windows to the front and side furnished with original shutters and panelled surround. Delicately carved fireplace with living flam gas fire set on a raised hearth with base units and book shelving to either side. Again, detailed joinery work is displayed through deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, panelled walls, a cornice and panelled ceiling with ceiling rose.
Formal Dining Room (4.84m x 4.20m)
Enjoying a tripartite bay window with dividing mullions and delicate glazing bars providing views of the gardens, wood block flooring, radiator, deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, cornice ceiling with ceiling rose.
Morning Room (4.92m x 3.68m)
With a sash window furnished with original shutters and window seat providing pleasant views of the garden, original storage cupboards, marble fire surround with living flame gas fire, book shelving, radiator, picture rail, cornice ceiling. Connecting door into:
Dining Kitchen (4.65m x 3.01m)
Recently modernised and re-equipped with an attractive and contrasting arrangement of base, wall and drawer units furnished with quartz work surfaces incorporating a sink unit with instant hot and cold water quooker tap, an arrangement of illuminated glazed display cabinets provide and air of class, integrated fridge, plumbing for dishwasher, radiator, gas cooker point with extractor fan over, integrated ‘Neff’ microwave. Incorporated within the units is a corner carousel unit with bin storage facility. Window overlooking the garden.
Utility & WC (4.23m x 2.07m)
Base, wall and drawer units, quality work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap with work surface lighting over, a mid-century glazed door leads back in to the reception hall, double glazed timber door leads into the garden.
WC (1.79m x 1.30m)
Low level WC, Belfast sink unit, double glazed window.
First Floor Accommodation Landing
Approached via the elegant cantilever return staircase, passes over a half landing which allows access to:
WC (2.18m x 1.21m)
Comprising a classical high level flush, cantilever wash basin, sash window.
First Floor Main Landing (5.18m x 2.19m)
A beautiful landing being impressive in appearance, deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, twin arches with decorative mouldings and inlays and an elegant cornice ceiling. As previously mentioned there is a charming circular skylight with white rosette, delicate glazing bars and the majority of the original stained glass retained. Off the main landing is an inner landing with a staircase leading to the attic rooms.
Principal Bedroom 1 (4.82m x 4.32m)
Beautifully proportioned double aspect windows providing views over the gardens and surrounding area with inset casements, allowing access to the balcony over the porch, side windows looking onto the garden, deep skirting boards, wide architraves, door connecting to:
Dressing Room (4.20m x 2.09m)
Casement window leading onto the balcony, hand made bespoke furniture including wardrobes and drawer units. Interconnecting door to bedroom two.
En-Suite Shower Room (3.32m x 2.20m)
Four piece suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC, bidet, glazed shower enclosure, vanity and cosmetic unit, sash window overlooking the garden, chrome heated towel rail. Connecting door to main landing.
Bedroom 2 (4.94m x 4.22m)
Double aspect glazing from beautiful casement windows to the front and side, one of which allows access onto the front balcony. Further sash window overlooks the beautiful gardens. Detailed joinery work including deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings. Built-in cupboard.
Bedroom 3 (4.8m x 4.3m)
Sash window overlooking the surrounding gardens, radiator, deep skirting boards, wide architraves, original built-in cupboard.
Bedroom 4 (4.82m x 4.26m)
Sash window overlooking the surrounding gardens, vanity area with pedestal wash hand basin and mirror over, deep skirting boards, wide architraves to door casings, radiator and built-in cupboard.
Inner Landing
Stairs leading to second floor and large linen cupboard. Access to:
Family Bathroom (2.56m x 2.30m)
Three piece suite comprising panelled bath with rain shower and mixer shower attachment, glazed screen, vanity unit with wash basin, close coupled WC, cosmetic cupboard with mirror over, chrome heated towel rail, tiled floor, fully tiled walls.
Second Floor Accommodation
Via a standard yet elegant return staircase.
Attic Rooms
Large Attic Room (6.50m x 3.65m)
Two deep eaves storage cupboards, possibly suitable for further conversion, window, light well.
Storage Unit (1.97m x 1.50m)
Additional loft room for storage.
Ample eaves storage rooms.
Basement
Basement Hallway
Room 1 (6.68m x 4.86m)
Having terracotta and black quarry tiled floors, gas fired Worcester combination boiler, light wells providing adequate natural light, service meters.
Room 2 (4.88m x 4.25m)
Stone flooring, light well.
Room 3 (4.88m x 4.25m)
Stone flooring, light well.
Room 4 (4.88m x 4.25m)
Stone flooring, light well.
Additional Rooms Include
Tool Store (2.49m x 2.12m)
Stone flooring, coal storage room and door to garden.
Storage Room (2.56m x 3.16m)
Light well.
Externally
The garden comprises three standard park plots which we believe should total three quarters of an acre. Each park plot, as laid down within the covenants is one thousand square yards. The gardens which envelop the property are simply stunning, mature, established and provide substantial outdoor space. Areas of lawn stretch outwards towards deep borders offering a wide variety of trees including Acers, Birch and Beech. A charming water feature provides an air of ambience to the gardens positioned close to a high quality summer house of timber and glazed construction. The perimeters are finished in a combination of fencing and Victorian walls, softened by a wide variety of established shrubs, trees and flowers set into the surrounding perimeter. To the rear there is a out-building and garage backing on to the service road which runs parallel to North Road.
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