5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Queens Park, Chester, Cheshire CH4

A handsome Victorian villa in a highly sought-after residential setting, offering extensive accommodation and an abundance of period charm and original features.

The Property
Believed to date circa 1875, this handsome Victorian residence retains many features typical of the period, including high ceilings, elegant proportions and spacious accommodation. Archtop sash windows, decorative cornicing and ceiling roses enhance its character, while the impressive central reception hall creates a wonderful first impression.
The property has been well maintained and improved, benefiting from a recently replaced roof, majority double-glazed sash windows, a new gas-fired central heating boiler and a superb powder-coated aluminium conservatory, creating an attractive and comfortable family home.

Ground floor
An imposing arched front door opens into an entrance vestibule, providing access to a study and the impressive central reception hall. With its high ceilings, the reception hall leads to a cloakroom/WC and a substantial cellar, which is dry, offering excellent headroom and retains original stone cooling shelves, making it ideal for wine storage.
To the front of the property, the elegant dining room enjoys twin arched sash windows overlooking the front garden and features an ornate plaster coving and decorative ceiling rose. The drawing room is equally impressive, with a decorative plaster ceiling, central rose, gas living-flame fireplace set within a stone surround, and three large sash windows flooding the room with natural light.
The kitchen is generously proportioned and fitted with a comprehensive range of cabinetry beneath quartz work surfaces, complemented by an extensive selection of integrated Neff appliances and an American-style fridge freezer. Adjoining the kitchen is a practical utility room with sink unit, plumbing for laundry appliances and a stable door leading to the conservatory. A charming morning room, complete with an original cast-iron fireplace, provides an ideal snug, playroom or additional reception space.

Situated to the rear of the house is a substantial conservatory, constructed in 2009 with a powder-coated aluminium frame and double glazing. Designed as a superb year-round entertaining space, it features bi-fold doors opening onto the south-facing walled garden and enjoys attractive views into the garden.

First floor
An elegant turned spindle staircase rises to a spacious landing, illuminated by a ceiling lantern that floods the space with natural light. There are five generous double bedrooms, two benefiting from private en suite bathrooms, while a further two are served by a contemporary Jack & Jill shower room. A family bathroom completes the accommodation, fitted with a modern white suite incorporating a bath with shower over.
A loft hatch with drop-down ladder provides access to a substantial roof space, which may offer potential for conversion, subject to the necessary consents and approvals.

Gardens and grounds
Set behind a low-level brick wall, the property benefits from two vehicular access points leading onto a gravel hardstanding, providing ample parking for several vehicles. To the side of the house stands a detached single garage with a remote-controlled roller shutter door. The front garden is predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by a well-stocked selection of shrubs and specimen trees, creating an attractive sense of privacy.
To the rear, enjoying a desirable south-facing aspect, is a charming walled courtyard garden. Thoughtfully landscaped for ease of maintenance, it features block-paved seating areas and pathways, together with numerous sandstone-retained planting beds displaying a wide variety of perennial and seasonal plants. Two productive fig trees further enhance the appeal of this delightful outdoor space.
The rear garden could be soft landscaped where required for young families.

Situation
Sycamore House is situated in the highly sought-after suburb of Queens Park, a Conservation Area, within a short walk to the south of the Chester City Centre. The area offers a diverse mix of quality housing in a tranquil setting enjoying a strong local community. Nearby picturesque Handbridge offers an excellent range of independent shops, including a butcher, delicatessen, coffee shop, public houses, salons and a
medical centre. Chester City Centre is readily accessible via the Old Dee Bridge by car and Queens Park Suspension Bridge by foot, with its premium retail, restaurants and cultural offerings.

The Cathedral City is home to the oldest Racecourse in the country, offering horse racing and other events, including polo. There is a variety of other leisure amenities in the area, including golf, tennis, rugby and cricket clubs in addition to rowing, canoeing and sailing on the River Dee. Opportunities for walking are immediately to hand with easy access to the river footpath and Chester Meadows.

There is a good choice of schooling within walking distance, including Queens Park High School and the highly renowned King’s and Queen’s Independent Schools. Chester Business Park is readily accessible, and the nearby motorway network allows a daily commute to the commercial centres of the Northwest via the M53, M56 and M6 networks. Chester Station offers a direct service to London Euston within two hours.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas. BT fibre connections.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 10000 Mbps (data taken from on 23/10/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 23/10/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Cheshire West & Chester Council

Council Tax Band F

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, aml due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – CH4 7AD

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