Dee Banks, Chester, CH3

Elevate your expectations and discover divine river views, impressive kerb appeal and spacious living at Dee Cottage, Chester's ultimate Victorian sanctuary with a rich history, glorious gardens and phenomenally high-end finish.

Sought after setting
Prestigiously nestled in one of Chester's most sought-after spots along Dee Banks, Dee Cottage impresses instantly upon arrival, demonstrating its Georgian proportions and symmetry alongside a stunning glazed entrance porch.

Dating back to 1850, Dee Cottage's large proportions, high ceilings and characterful warmth are so alluring it is a home that rarely graces the market.

Arrive at Dee Cottage via one of two access points: from the rear, down a private lane, or directly from Dee Banks off the main road. Plenty of parking can be found to the front for around six cars, with space for one car in the garage at the rear With great potential to add further parking at the rear with ease.

Georgian grandeur
Set within elegantly manicured gardens, Dee Cottage entreats. Light streams into the glazed, vaulted-ceiling porch, which provides access into the entrance hall, where original tiling lies underfoot and enchanting views of the garden beckon directly ahead.

Open the original door to the sitting room on the left, where the high ceilings are embellished with coving and picture rails, in crisp white in contrast to the contemporary grey of the walls, whilst wooden flooring flows out underfoot for an authentically period vibe. Wide windows invite the daylight in, presenting leafy views of the front garden and blossom tree, whilst to the rear of the spacious sitting room, snuggle up beside the log-burning stove and take in views out over the garden.

A secret door opens from the sitting room through into the two storey annex, currently furnished with flooring to serve as a home gym, with French doors opening up to the garden. Perfect for a guest house or independent living for teenagers, with stairs up to a bedroom and ensuite self-contained from the rest of the house.

Sociable spaces
Across the entrance hall, to the right of the front door lies a second living room, with an imposing stone fireplace, containing a log-burning stove, layered cornicing, plaster ceiling rose and broad window offering elevated views out over the front towards the river. Wood plank flooring extends underfoot.

A second door reconnects with a rear hallway, where, turning right, you arrive at a shower room, also furnished with wash basin and WC and automatically lit by sensor lighting.

Heart of the home
Moving to the heart of the home, directly ahead from the main entrance, comfort and conversation await in the expansive, open plan family dining kitchen. Fitted only five years previously, this all-encompassing family room is cleverly zoned to provide spaces to dine, cook, relax and unwind. Fitted to the highest of standards, Shaker-style cabinetry offers ample storage whilst accommodating an array of appliances including two Belfast sinks, Range cooker, fridge and freezer. The sizable central island offers breakfast bar seating, and topped in cool granite, two wine fridges, two dishwashers and instant boiling hot tap.

Go with the flow
A home with a fantastic flow, the kitchen leads through into the spacious utility room, where you can find additional storage alongside plumbing for a washing machine and dryer. From here, you can access the ground floor bathroom featuring a walk in shower, with a door to also access back to the hallway. There is also direct access out to the garden from the utility room room. Water based underfloor heating features throughout the kitchen and utility.

Returning to the entrance hallway, sneak a peek down the stairs leading to the cellar, before taking the main staircase up to the first-floor landing, a spacious and bright area.

Bedtime oasis
Ahead, the principal bedroom is brimming with light, courtesy of large sash windows looking out over the verdant views. Dressed in the soothing palette of neutral greys and whites that features throughout the home, this spacious sanctuary serves as a peaceful, tranquil refuge. An electric log-burning stove adds cosiness on winter evenings.

In the dressing room, Sharps fitted wardrobes and drawers offer abundant storage, whilst the large and luxurious, recently fitted ensuite bathroom, warmed by underfloor heating, offers the ideal place in which to primp and pamper, furnished with bathtub, separate shower, two heated towel radiator, twin vanity unit wash basins and WC.

Coming out of the master suite, on the right spy a second set of stairs that reconnects with the kitchen – another quaint quirk of this characterful home.

Soak and sleep
Refreshment for all awaits in the newly fitted family bathroom, where a Crittall style mirror amplifies the spaciousness of the room, set above the freestanding bathtub, with floor mounted tap. There is also a large, walk-in shower and twin wash basins with demisting mirrors.

Continuing along the landing, a large double bedroom offers views out over the fields to the rear through a large sash window, carpeted underfoot and featuring an original fireplace. High ceilings, a feature throughout the rooms at Dee Cottage, serve to amplify the light flow, creating an airy brightness in each new space as you move through the home.

Next door, elegant shades of grey-green dress the walls of bedroom three, in soothing contrast to the fresh white skirtings and cornicing. An original fireplace again infuses the room with character and warmth. Wake up to elevated views out over the River Dee.

Deep shades of inky blue feature in the fourth of the double bedrooms, where prominent views out over the River Dee are framed by the large sash window, whilst another period fireplace infuses the room with warmth.

Next door, a single bedroom is currently serving as a home office, offering inspirational views out over the water to the front.


Enchanting escapes
Outside, the gardens to the front and rear of this elegant, period home exude timeless charm and romance. Illuminated by night, the mature shrubs and borders create a warm and inviting ambience as twilight approaches.

With a large garden to the rear, mature shrubs, lovingly tended over the years, provide a sense of privacy and seclusion, subtly enhanced by the built-in timer lighting after dark settles, highlighting the garden's natural beauty.

With terraces and decking for enjoying alfresco dining with family and friends, there is plenty of scope for children and pets to play. Two original brick sheds preserve the heritage of the home whilst providing ample storage for wood fuel for the log burners, and gardening essentials.


Out and about
Nestled in one of Chester's most prestigious neighbourhoods, step outside and discover the walks that abound from the doorstep. Turn left to discover the wildflowers, meadows and ancient hedgerows of the Caldy Valley Estate , or, to explore the heritage and culture of the city, turn right to stroll into Chester, or along the banks of the river itself.

With so much at your fingertips, close by call into The Mount Inn for a thirst-quencher on the tiered patio whilst admiring the view from the top of Sandy Lane. Within a short walk you can peruse the shops at the top of Stocks Lane, where you can find two butchers, a Post Office, a local Co-op and three takeaways. Also a popular craft ale bar and two cafes.

For fine dining, Chester beckons, just a short walk from the restaurants, bars, bistros, cinemas and theatres.

Families are ideally places for some of the area's finest schools, including the award winning, independent King's and Queen's Schools, with Blue Coat School within a short walk of Dee Cottage. Meanwhile, for summer holiday fun, an annual pass for Chester Zoo is a must for animal lovers of all ages.

In prime position for accessing cities across England and Wales, including Liverpool and Manchester, the A55 is a mere three minutes' drive from the door, whilst the M56 and its links to Cheshire Oaks is only five minutes away by car. Just over a mile to Chester train station with trains running direct to London, Manchester, Liverpool and North Wales.

A one-off Chester home, with phenomenal views, a fantastic flow and an incredible blend of large rooms with elegant period features and a rich local history, all within easy reach of both the city centre and commuter links, Dee Cottage really does have it all.