3 bed terraced house for sale

Blair Athol Road, Ecclesall S11

Tenure: Leasehold

Guide price £260,000-£270,000

This attractive three bedroom bay windowed Victorian terraced home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property with significant potential in the heart of the highly sought after Ecclesall area (S11). Available to the market with no upward chain and vacant possession upon completion, this house is ideal for first time buyers, professional couples or young families looking to create their perfect home. The property is in need of some general cosmetic updating, offering a blank canvas for those wishing to add value and design a personalised finish to match their own tastes and standards. The accommodation is well proportioned throughout, spanning three floors, featuring a spacious bay fronted lounge that enjoys plenty of natural light, a separate dining room perfect for entertaining or family meals, and a fitted kitchen with ample storage and workspace. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms (two of which are generously sized doubles) and a family bathroom. The house falls within the catchment area for highly regarded local schools including Greystones Junior and High Storrs Secondary, making it a particularly appealing choice for families. The location is second to none, with the fashionable districts of Banner Cross and Sharrow Vale just a short stroll away, offering a vibrant selection of independent cafes, eateries and shops. Principal hospitals, universities and the scenic Peak District are also within easy reach, ensuring convenience for both work and leisure. Endcliffe Park and the picturesque Porter Valley are nearby. The property is offered as a leasehold, falls within Council Tax Band B and has an EPC rating of D. With plenty of scope to modernise and add future value, this charming Victorian terrace represents a rare opportunity to secure a home in one of Sheffield’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential on offer.
Valuer


Andy Robinson
EPC Rating: D

Location

S11 Area Guide

Ecclesall, Endcliffe Park, Ecclesall Road, Greystones, Hunter's Bar, Millhouses, Sharrow Vale, Nether Edge, Whirlow, Brincliffe

The S11 postcode, incorporates some of the most sought after places to live in the Sheffield area. Spanning from Sharrow Vale close to the City Centre, out to Hathersage Road heading towards the Peak District, S11 has a diverse property portfolio.

From Sharrow heading up toward Ecclesall Road and Hunters Bar, you really do see Sheffield in its diverse glory. There are numerous shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs spanning every genre making Ecclesall Road a vibrant and popular choice for a day or night shopping and/or socialising. With Sheffield Hallam University's Collegiate Campus being nearby, there are many investment opportunities for student housing. With Sheffield's high retention rate of graduates, many young professionals look to rent in this area due to its cosmopolitan yet familiar feel. The city centre and train station is only a short bus ride away on a well run route making it a perfect choice for city workers and commuters alike.

Close to Ecclesall Road is Endcliffe Park. Endcliffe Park is one of Sheffield's most popular outdoor spaces, due to the many outdoor events held there such as: Traveling circuses, fairs and music events including tramlines. The park is great for children with there being a lovely café with toilet facilities, an excellent adventure playground and a parkour playground which are all free to use. There is also an area which has a bouncy castle and roundabouts. The size of the park means that even on the sunniest of weekends there is always a space on the grass for a picnic or to kick a ball about. Not only are there large green spaces, but the park also has areas of woodland which are interspersed by paths, streams and duck ponds. Boot camps and park runs are often held there and there is an outdoor gym area which is free to use.

As you head further up Ecclesall Road you pass Hunters Bar and reach Greystones leading to Banner Cross and Bents Green. These areas have a much more suburban feel, yet are all still only a walk or short bus/car ride to the hub bub of Ecclesall Road. With family friendly gastro pubs such as The Prince of Wales, The Hammer and Pincers and The Stags Head on Psalter Lane, this area is well equipped for socialising with the little ones in tow.

The nurseries and schools in S11 are highly regarded, many with outstanding Ofsted reports:

Nurseries

Parkhead Cottage Nursery

The Collegiate Montessori Nursery Ltd

The Psalter Lane Nursery

The Nest Nursery

Treetops Day Nursery and Pre-School

Schools

Clifford C of E Infant School

Ecclesall C of E Junior School

Ecclesall Infant School

Greystones Primary School

High Storrs School

Hunters Bar Infant School

Hunters Bar Junior School

Porter Croft Sheffield C of E Primary Academy

Silverdale School

There is no shortage of choice when it comes to places to eat in S11. Almost all cuisines are catered for including Greek, Italian, Sardinian, Indian, Thai, Chinese, French, American, Mexican and many more. S11 also boasts 2 restaurants rated in the top 10 of Trip Advisor's Sheffield Restaurants. Rafters rated at number 5 and Hidden Gem rated at number 6. Both at different ends of the spectrum with Hidden Gem being more relaxed. Both however serving exceptional food and most definitely worth a visit. What is particularly lovely about Hidden Gem is the fact that students with learning difficulties from work Ltd are given opportunities to develop their skills there.

Other restaurants include Ashoka which claims to be the oldest Indian restaurant in Sheffield having been open since 1967. Uncle Sam's is great for kids as it serves typical American diner fodder in a restaurant which has a train running around a track near the ceiling! All Siam is a Thai restaurant with opulent décor and exquisite food should you want something a bit special.

Pointing Dog Clubhouse has a New York style tavern bar known for its cocktails and restaurant serving modern cuisine. It's a popular venue for evening and late night drinking. Other bars in the S11 area are Kettle Black, Graze Inn, Bocelli 183 and Nonna's to name a few. If a more relaxed pub is what you're after then once again you are spoilt for choice, a few to try are: The Greystones, Ecclesall Ale Club, The Lescar and The Rising Sun.

Garden

Rear garden

Parking - On Street

On road parking to the front