26 Castle Street Carlisle
26 Castle Street A Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse with magnificent period features located in an historic conservation area
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magnificent five storey Georgian townhouse of grand proportions with superb period features throughout. The accommodation in this exceptional Grade II* Listed property includes three reception rooms, four bedrooms, two bathrooms plus a self contained basement apartment. The property is located in a Carlisle City centre conservation area, within close proximity to historic city landmarks, shops and amenities. This remarkable gentleman’s residence was built in 1823 for and by Paul Nixson, an architect with his own marble works. No expense was spared in building the property and high end period features still remain throughout, including marble fireplaces, moulded plasterwork, arched doorway and working window shutters. The highlight of the property is a breathtaking spiral staircase, with cast iron balustrade and domed skylight above. The principal rooms are of generous proportions with high ceilings and large sash windows bathing them in light. In the recent years the property has been sympathetically renovated and upgraded, including the installation of luxurious bathroom suites and an impressive contemporary kitchen. At basement level is a self contained unit, which has historically been let as offices, but which would suit other uses, subject to the necessary consents. This space offers income potential, if desired.
KEY FEATURES
Location & General
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Grand entrance hall with archways and an exceptional and impressive spiral staircase
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Cellar wine store and utility room with external access
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Self contained basement apartment with kitchenette and cloakroom
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City centre ‘Historic Quarter’ location
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Five storey town house with private terrace and garden
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Kitchen with contemporary cabinetry and large breakfast bar island
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Around 430 m² (4604.8 ft²) of accommodation in total
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Garden room/ further reception with access to terrace and into garden
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Income potential from basement apartment/business premises
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Drawing room with ornate ceiling and carved marble fireplace
Private sheltered South-West facing garden
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Superbly located for all the city amenities and with excellent transport links
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Formal dining room with adjoining butlers pantry
Decked terrace, low maintenance artificial lawn and paved patio
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Roadside resident permit parking
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Useful outside storage shed
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Three spacious double bedrooms plus large attic room
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Luxurious ensuite shower room, house bathroom (both with underfloor heating) plus cloakroom
The Property •
Grade II* Listed Georgian town house with magnificent period features
Outside
Local Area Guide The border city of Carlisle has a great to deal to offer, including beautiful riverside parks, historic attractions and a vibrant pedestrianised centre with shops, bars, art galleries and cinemas. Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site is on the edge of the city and the beautiful Solway Coast AONB is only five miles from the property. National road and rail links are excellent with the M6 at hand and the West Coast Main Line offering direct rail travel to London and many other major cities. Carlisle Lake District airport is a short drive from the city and is now running domestic flights to Southend, Belfast and Dublin.
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Leisure Time 1 A number of historic city landmarks are on the door step including Car lisle Cathedral, Tullie House Art Gallery and Carlisle Castle 2 Socialise with friends - with an excellent choice of city centre bars, cafes, restaurants nearby 3 Enjoy a day out in the stunning Lake District National Park around 30 minutes drive
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Floor Plans Not to Scale
First Floor Approx. m² ( ft.²)
Second Floor Approx. m² ( ft.²)
further info On the road Carlisle centre - 0.1 miles, 1 min
Rail Journeys Based on approximate direct train journey durations from Carlisle. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details.
1h 12
Glasgow Services
1h 20
Edinburgh
1h 50
Manchester
1h 24
Newcastle
3h 30
London
M6 J44 - 2.5 miles, 9 min Carlisle Airport - 8 mile, 20 min Lake District NP - 20 miles, 30 min The above journey times and mileages are for approximate guidance only and have been sourced from the fastest suggested route on Google Maps from the property postcode.
Mains gas, electricity, drainage and water Gas central heating
Other info Council Tax band: E
Getting to 26 Castle Street Facing the front entrance of Carlisle cathedral, turn to your right and head towards Paternoster Row (away from city centre). Go past the Boardroom Pub on the corner of Paternoster Row, the property is further down on the left hand side, next door to the entrance of Tullie House.
Address: 26 Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TP
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Agents Notes All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the number below.
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