Property Details: - Type: House - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 2
Agent: Susan Spokes Real Estate - South Shields Phone: 020 8022 5019
This imposing five-bedroom Victorian terraced residence on the highly regarded Stanhope Road combines grandeur, history and immense potential. Retaining a wealth of restored original features, the property showcases six striking fireplaces, ornate ceilings, original doors, exposed wooden flooring and a beautiful chimney breast housing a wood-burning stove. Every detail celebrates the home’s period character while offering an exciting opportunity for the next owner to make it their own.<br/><br/>Set across three spacious floors, the property offers flexible accommodation with five well-proportioned bedrooms, including four doubles, and multiple reception areas. The layout lends itself perfectly to modern family living, multi-generational households, or could even be adapted into a lucrative investment opportunity thanks to the abundance of rooms.<br/><br/>The location is equally impressive, sitting directly opposite the prestigious West Park with open aspect views and within easy reach of local amenities, excellent schools and transport links. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home full of Victorian charm in one of the area’s most sought-after addresses, and early viewing is highly recommended.<br/><br/><b>Vestibule</b> - The original front door opens into a welcoming vestibule, featuring a part-glazed door with a stunning stained glass surround, part-panelled walls, and an exposed wooden floor — a space full of history and personality.<br/><br/><b>Hallway</b> - A generous and welcoming hallway filled with traditional period features, including original doors leading into each room and exposed wooden flooring and stairs that extend to all floors, creating a sense of warmth and welcome throughout. The fabulous staircase includes original spindles and hand rail.<br/><br/><b>Cloaks</b> - WC and wash hand basin<br/><br/><b>Lounge</b> - A charming main reception room full of period features, including decorative coving, wood panelling to the bay window, and an original marble fireplace with hearth and gas fire. The room enjoys a lovely outlook over the leafy West Park, creating a bright and inviting space full of character.<br/><br/><b>Dining Room</b> - A generous family-sized dining room that retains many period features, including a cast iron fireplace, double doors opening onto the courtyard, and an original serving hatch into the breakfast room, combining character with practical family living.<br/><br/><b>Breakfasting Room</b> - A charming space with exposed wooden flooring and a striking brick fireplace with alcoves housing a wood burner, perfect for cozy winter days. The room flows openly into the kitchen area, creating a bright and practical space.<br/><br/><b>Kitchen</b> - Fitted with a range cooker and a classic Belfast sink set into a wooden unit, the kitchen offers ample storage and a practical utility cupboard, combining traditional charm with modern functionality.<br/><br/><b>First Floor</b> - generous landing with built in storage cupboard.<br/><br/><b>Bathroom</b> - The property boasts a generous family bathroom, neutrally decorated with white tiled walls and flooring, creating a bright and timeless finish. A traditional four-piece suite is included, featuring a tiled bath with mains mixer shower attachment, WC, wash hand basin and a separate shower cubicle. Adding to the character of the home, the bathroom also retains a decorative cast iron fireplace, blending period charm with modern practicality.<br/><br/><b>Wc</b> - part tiled wc<br/><br/><b>Bedroom</b> - One of the standout double bedrooms features a striking bay window that frames open views across West Park. Period details are beautifully preserved, with a wonderful original fireplace and exposed wooden flooring adding warmth and character. The room is spacious and full of natural light, making it an elegant and inviting retreat.<br/><br/><b>Bedroom</b> - Another generous double bedroom enjoys a bright south-facing aspect, filling the space with natural light throughout the day. A charming cast iron feature fireplace adds character, while a wash hand basin provides convenience. The room is wonderfully proportioned, offering both comfort and versatility.<br/><br/><b>Bedroom</b> - Single bedroom with adequate space to be used as an office or dressing room too.<br/><br/><b>Second Floor</b> - <br/><br/><b>Bedroom</b> - A generous double bedroom enjoys delightful views over West Park, making it an ideal retreat. The room is spacious enough to accommodate a variety of furnishings, combining comfort and practicality with scenic outlooks.<br/><br/><b>Bedroom</b> - A versatile double bedroom, currently used as a home office, offers ample space and flexibility. Bright and well-proportioned, it can easily serve as a bedroom, study, or multi-purpose room to suit a variety of needs.<br/><br/><b>Shower Room</b> - A practical wet room, finished in crisp white décor, includes a WC, wash hand basin and an electric shower. The simple, functional layout makes it an ideal additional bathroom space for family or guest use.<br/><br/><b>External</b> - <br/><br/>
