Summary - Castle Street, Chester, CH1 CH1 2DS
6 bed 3 bath Character Property
Spacious historic townhouse with garden and central, walkable location.
Grade II* timber‑framed house dating from 1518–1522
Circa 2,843 sq ft: six bedrooms, three bathrooms, many reception rooms
New slate roof and recent rewiring; fresh carpets throughout
Private patio garden; small plot in a central city location
Initial 12‑month Zone B parking permit included; on‑street parking
Former B&B with potential but will require listed consents to alter
EPC E; listed status may increase renovation costs and timescale
Immediate area: very high crime rate and higher deprivation levels
Castle House is a rare Grade II* timber-framed townhouse with origins from 1518–1522 but a striking Georgian façade on Castle Street. Offering six bedrooms and around 2,843 sq ft of period accommodation, the house combines historic features — including a 16th‑century plaster ceiling, exposed beams, inglenook fireplace and an Elizabeth I coat of arms — with practical updates such as a new slate roof, recent rewiring and freshly fitted carpets.
The layout suits a large family or an owner-occupier seeking flexible space: multiple reception rooms, two kitchens (one with a walk-in pantry), a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite, and a peaceful private patio garden tucked behind the city facade. The property previously operated as a successful B&B and still offers similar potential or conversion options, subject to listed‑building consents.
Important practical points are straightforward. The house is Grade II* listed, which will restrict alterations and make refurbishment more complex and costly. The EPC is E and the plot is small; parking is on-street with an initial 12‑month Zone B permit included and eligibility for a second permit. The immediate area is very central and culturally rich but records very high crime levels and is relatively deprived — factors buyers should weigh alongside the location’s amenities, excellent mobile/broadband connectivity and proximity to schools, cathedral and Roman Walls.
Overall, this is a character-rich, substantial town house offering genuine heritage and space in the heart of Chester. It will best suit buyers who value history and are prepared to manage listed‑building constraints and a city‑centre environment, or investors seeking a unique central property with refurbishment or B&B/income potential.
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