Semi-detached house for sale in Liverpool L8, 8 Bedroom

Sutton Kersh have been appointed to offer for sale this period semi detached residence enjoying a prominent position within this established and popular South Liverpool suburb. The property requires modernisation which has been reflected in the sensible guide price. Much of the original character and charm has been retained and we have no doubt this property will prove to be an exciting renovation project to an enthusiastic purchaser. The accommodation is set out over three floors offering several reception rooms, study, morning room and rear kitchen. Two impressive landings over the first and second floor provide access to eight bedrooms and two bathrooms. The basement accommodation offers several rooms including work rooms and a coal store. The gardens are substantial in size and would benefit from landscaping. Previous Owners. It is unusual to refer to the previous owners of a property within sales particulars. However, for those who would like to gain an understanding of the previous owners contribution to modern day science and the arts may find it worthwhile. Herbert & Fanchon Frohlich dedicated much of their lives to the world of science and the arts with Professor Frohlich being a celebrated physicist and Mrs Frohlich an international artist contributing and supporting the arts world including many projects within the Liverpool area. There are many websites available which will give you an insight to the lives of both Herbert and Fanchon Frohlich.

The Approach:

The property is set back from the road with a walled frontage with decorative piers and enjoys a well proportioned plot of land. The property is approached via a short flight of steps with the imposing elevation setting a precedent for the remainder of the property.

Entrance Lobby:

Original entrance door with wide architraves and decorative mouldings set into the surround. Minton tiled floor, deep skirting boards, dado rail, coved ceiling, picture rail. Internal entrance door being part glazed with corresponding side windows and fan light and decorative joinery work leads to:

Reception Hall: (3.07m x 2m)

In two parts with main focal point being a delightful and elegant return staircase leading to the first floor. The staircase enjoys a polished balustrade with decorative spindles and a carved and panelled string.

Ground Floor WC: (2.23m x 1.77m)

Formerly the butler’s pantry, having a sash window, original cupboards, low level WC, wash basin, timber and glazed door.

Principal Reception Rooms:

Drawing Room: (5.66m x 4.74m)

An impressive sash window with working shutters and window seat, marble fire surround with arched head grate, tiled hearth, deep skirting boards and wide architraves. A stunning and decorative coved and cornice ceiling with pierced relief, radiator. Open to:

Dining Room: (5.14m x 4.6m)

With a floor-to-ceiling splayed bay window with work shutters and original sash windows, marble fireplace with arched head grate, tiled detail and fitted gas fire, radiators. Door from both rooms connect to the reception hall.

Study: (4.66m x 2.76m)

Splayed bay window inset sash windows and working shutters, detailed marble fire surround with fitted gas fire, radiator, deep skirting boards, wide architraves, picture rail, coved ceiling with pierced relief, ceiling rose. Open to:

Cloakroom: (3.67m x 1.6m)

Sash window, picture rail, splayed corner cupboard.

Rear Ante-Space:

With understair cloaks cupboard, access to the cellar, morning room and kitchen.

Morning Room: (4.25m x 4.19m)

Terracotta and black tiled floor, cast iron railings set into the chimney breast, sash window, wall mounted boiler.

Inner Hall:

Walk-in larder with shelving. Access to:

Kitchen: (2.74m x 2.18m)

Belfast sink unit, fitted shelving, gas cooker point, sash window, a decorative cast iron window frame formed into a diamond shape. Door to garden.

First Floor Half Landing:

Connecting to the spacious main landing.

Main Landing:

Continuation of staircase to the second floor. Decorative coved ceiling and cornice work with moulded arches.

Master Bedroom 1: (5.77m x 4.82m)

Sash window, deep skirting boards and wide architraves, display niche to one wall, coved ceiling.

Bedroom 2: (5.18m x 4.42m)

Splayed bay window inset sash windows and detailed panelled surround including turned pilasters, fireplace with cast iron stove, deep skirting boards and wide architraves, picture rail, coved ceiling.

Bedroom 3: (3.76m x 3.55m)

Interconnecting door to bedroom two. Twin sash windows, a fireplace with cast iron detail, picture rail, coved ceiling.

Bedroom 4: (4.45m x 4.19m)

Sash window, radiator, deep skirting boards, charming fire surround with cast iron arched head grate, splayed corner unit.

Bedroom 5: (4.66m x 2.78m)

Splayed bay with inset sash windows, decorative cast iron fireplace, inset fire basket, radiator.

Bathroom: (3.81m x 1.6m)

Ball and claw roll top bath, original Doulton and Co sink unit set on a pedestal, radiator, sash window.

Separate WC: (2.74m x 2.16m)

Six sash windows to three walls, high level flush with original cast iron brackets, low level Doulton and Co sink unit, radiator.

Second Floor Half Landing:

Skylight providing natural light, continuation of staircase to second floor.

Second Floor Landing:

Spacious landing offering access to bedrooms six and seven currently open plan with separate door access.

Bedroom 6: (4.29m x 3.97m)

Two sash windows, radiator, picture rail, coved ceiling.

Bedroom 7: (4.53m x 4.28m)

Sash window set into a dormer, radiator.

Ancillary Storage Room: (3.05m x 1.92m)

With sloping ceiling and skylight.

Bedroom 8: (4.27m x 4.19m)

The window is currently concealed but would be relatively easy to open up to allow natural light, sloping ceiling, radiator.

Bathroom 2: (2.81m x 2.39m)

Four sash windows to two walls, roll top ball and claw free standing cast iron bath, wash basin, high level flush with original brackets, radiator.

Externally:

The gardens are substantial in size although currently severely over grown. With good clearance and landscaping, the gardens would be appropriate for the size of the property. There is an independent garage and driveway parking.