5 bed end terrace house for sale

Cambridge Street, Wolverton, Milton Keynes MK12

Lewisham House, Wolverton – A Distinguished Victorian Residence of Rare Scale and Position.

Set in a commanding position at the end of the sought-after Cambridge Street, Lewisham House represents a rare and refined opportunity to acquire one of Wolverton’s most substantial Victorian end-of-terrace homes. Rich in period charm, this splendid residence enjoys uninterrupted views across the town's historic tennis courts and cricket ground – a setting of timeless English appeal.

Dating back to 1900, Lewisham House offers extensive accommodation across three principal floors, thoughtfully arranged to balance elegant entertaining spaces with generously proportioned private rooms. The home retains a wealth of original character features, including high ceilings, ornate fireplaces, and intricate period detailing, all of which speak to the architectural integrity of its time.

The ground floor comprises a impressive entrance hall, living room, comfortable family sitting room, a cloakroom, and an expansive kitchen/dining room – ideal for modern living and great for entertaining. On the first floor, three double bedrooms are served by two well-appointed bath/shower rooms, while the second floor offers two additional double bedrooms, perfect for family, guests, or versatile use. A large cellar provides further scope for storage or future development, subject to the necessary consents.

Externally, the property enjoys both front and rear gardens, with the rare advantage of private off-street parking – a notable feature in such a central location. Lewisham House is one of its largest properties within the town, offering an exceptional blend of period grandeur and practical family living.

Located within walking distance of Wolverton’s vibrant array of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and mainline railway station (with direct links to London), this is a truly unique home – seldom available, and impossible to replicate

Ground Floor

On arrival at Lewisham House, the heritage of this fine Victorian residence is immediately apparent. A traditional bell-pull doorbell offers a charming nod to the past, heralding entry through a handsome composite front door into a grand entrance hall. Here, the original black and white tiled flooring, complete with a decorative border, sets an elegant tone, complemented by a natural wood staircase. Panel doors – some part-glazed – open to each room.

A guest cloakroom evokes Edwardian refinement, fitted with a high-level cistern WC and a wash basin.

The living room, positioned to the front, is flooded with natural light courtesy of a bay with sliding sash windows, complemented by an additional side window. A beautiful marble fireplace, complete with a wood-burning stove, serves as the focal point, with an ornate ceiling rose and decorative coving enhancing the period feel. This space flows seamlessly into the adjoining sitting room, which enjoys garden views from further sash windows and features a matching ceiling rose and coving, as well as a bespoke cupboard housing the gas boiler. Varnished floorboards run throughout both rooms.

The kitchen/dining room, located to the rear, blends modern practicality with traditional charm. An extensive range of units are topped with solid wooden worktops and a ceramic sink, while integrated appliances include a dishwasher and washing machine. A range-style cooker, with six gas burners and a triple oven/grill, and extractor hood. Glazed French doors open onto the rear garden, creating a light-filled, welcoming space ideal for informal family dining or relaxed entertaining.

First Floor

A wide, bright landing – adorned with picture rails and original mouldings – provides access to the first-floor accommodation, with three generous double bedrooms and two well appointed bath/shower rooms.

Bedroom 1 enjoys a dual aspect with a bay window framing delightful views across the adjacent tennis courts and cricket ground. The room also features an exposed brick chimney breast and a tiled hearth.

Bedroom 2 is another elegant double room, also dual-aspect, with sash windows and a period cast iron fireplace with tiled hearth.

Bedroom 3 located to the rear, is a further well-proportioned double room.

A beautifully appointed family bathroom features a traditional white suite, including a double-ended roll-top bath with a handheld shower, all set against fully tiled walls and flooring.

The separate shower room offers a large walk-in shower enclosure, WC, and wash basin – ideal for modern family life, yet styled with heritage in mind.

Second Floor

The uppermost floor of Lewisham House offers two further double bedrooms. A spacious landing, with space for furniture, has a window to the rear.

Bedroom 4 is set to the rear and features a charming cast iron fireplace and original sash window.

Bedroom 5, located to the front, is bathed in natural light from two overhead skylights – an ideal space for guests, a home office, or studio.

Cellar

The cellar is a particularly valuable asset, boasting excellent ceiling height, natural light via two side windows, and full power and lighting. Ideal for wine storage, a home gym, or future development, subject to relevant consents

Gardens & Parking

The property is approached via a gated, walled front garden laid with slate chippings and a path leading to the impressive front entrance.

To the rear, the garden has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind, laid primarily to paving and enclosed by original brick walling and fencing. Side and rear gated access lead to a secure, paved second section of garden, which can double as an off-road parking area via folding gates – a rare and valuable feature in such a central location. Alternatively, this flexible space could serve as an additional garden terrace.

Cost/ Charges/ Property Information

Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Milton Keynes Council
Council Tax Band: C

Heating

The property has gas to radiator central heating.

Note For Purchasers

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Location - Wolverton

The historic Victorian railway town of Wolverton offers extensive facilities associated with a town to include a 24 hour Tescos, Lidl and asda in addition to a wide range of shops . Commuters are well served with Wolverton train station offering access into London Euston. In recent times a new leisure centre has been constructed with swimming pool. For those that enjoy out door pursuits just across the Stratford Road are miles of public walks along the Grand Union Canal over surrounding countryside including riverside walks and a pleasant cross country walk in to Stony Stratford.

Disclaimer

Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you please contact the office and we will be pleased to verify the information for you. Do so, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. The mention of any appliance and/or services to this property does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order, and their condition is unknown to us. Unless fixtures and fittings are specifically mentioned in these details, they are not included in the asking price. Even if any such fixtures and fittings are mentioned in these details it should be verified at the point of negotiating if they are still to remain. Some items may be available subject to negotiation with the vendor.