Rarely available double fronted apartment with private gardens.

Description

This elegant B-listed, double bay fronted conversion is formed over two floors. Located in a handsome crescent in a prime location, with front and rear private gardens, this is an example of a West End home at its very best.

This property showcases wonderful original features throughout, including intricate cornicing and huge ornate fireplaces. The walk-in condition of very neutral and fresh décor gives the house a clean and contemporary feel and also will allow a buyer to put their own imprint on the property easily. Entered via the ground floor, the property gives an immediate impression of grandeur with an impressive ornate fireplace, Corinthian columns, embossed waxed Victorian wall coverings and intricate frieze. The ground floor is formed of 2 breath-taking bay-windowed rooms, the drawing room and the master bedroom. Both rooms offer 4 metre high ceilings, intricate cornicing, Corinthian pillars, and magnificent wooden fire places with ornate carvings. The drawing room has a living gas flame. The kitchen is equipped with a double oven and Barista coffee machine, all Siemens appliances. The kitchen windows through to the sun room ensure maximum levels of sun light in every room.

Off the entrance hallway is a multi-purpose room, currently doubling as a gym and an office highlighting the versatility of the accommodation with the wooden staircase to the first floor. Off this room there is a W.C. with utility room and storage cupboard housing boiler. The top floor comprises of two double bedrooms and a bathroom with spa bathtub as well as an access to the communal hallway.

The bedrooms are fitted with new carpets with 25 year stain guarantees, all other rooms have hardwood flooring with sunken sockets in the lounge and conservatory. The private rear garden is laid with decking and the store / cellar which is at ground level is accessed from here. The two garden areas to the front of the building are also privately owned, thus ensuring there is always a sunny spot for alfresco dining.

Location

Lancaster Crescent is a terrace of bay fronted period properties with extensive gardens opposite, and is one of the most attractive and sought after addresses in the West End of Glasgow. Byres Road is a short walk away and links to Great Western Road to the north and Dumbarton Road to the south; both are main routes to and from the city centre.

The West End is a vibrant hub of activity which attracts young professionals and families alike. Byres Road, Great Western Road and Dumbarton Road offer an excellent selection of specialist shops, cafés, bars and restaurants, while the Botanic Gardens and Glasgow University are both within walking distance. There are a number of well-regarded local and private schools within the area and Kelvinside Academy and Glasgow Academy are just a short walk away. Close by is Hillhead subway station, and direct links to motorway networks via Great Western Road provide access to Glasgow city centre and beyond.

Square Footage: 2,396 sq ft