Location
Welcome to Pickard Street
Located just south of Lancaster city centre, Pickard Street offers a superb blend of convenience and community. This quiet residential street is perfectly placed for easy access to the city's amenities, including the train station, shops, schools, and universities. The location is especially popular with professionals and small families thanks to its excellent transport links and close proximity to the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
Living here means you’re within walking distance of the city’s vibrant centre, yet far enough out to enjoy a more peaceful pace of life. The local area has a welcoming neighbourhood feel, with parks and green spaces nearby, and quick access onto the M6 for commuters. With the added bonus of the canal close by for scenic walks and cycling routes, Pickard Street is an ideal spot for those wanting practicality without sacrificing lifestyle.
Property Details
A stylish period terrace with tasteful updates throughout
Step into a spacious open-plan lounge diner, thoughtfully decorated in soft sage green tones that complement both the carpeted and original tiled flooring. An elegant inglenook and decorative fireplace with electric stove provide a striking focal point, while the high ceilings enhance the sense of space and light. The rear of the property has been extended to create a modern shaker-style kitchen, complete with grey cabinetry, Velux windows for natural light, and a practical layout for everyday living.
A converted cellar accessed from the kitchen offers excellent additional space. Currently set up as a workshop, it boasts good head height, newly laid flagstone flooring, and sealed walls—perfect for storage or creative pursuits.
Upstairs, two double bedrooms are neutrally decorated and generously sized. The rear extension roof, where the Velux window is located, can be accessed externally for maintenance purposes. The family bathroom, which features a modern three-piece suite and wood-effect vinyl flooring.
Externally, the rear yard has been re-laid with decorative flagstones, creating a unique and usable outdoor area. The boarded and fully lit loft, accessed via a pull-down ladder, offers excellent storage potential.
Key Features
Council Tax Band: A
Tenure: Freehold
Double glazing throughout
Gas central heating (boiler last serviced 2023)
Electrical installation condition report (EICR) available
Chimneys capped; fireplaces are decorative only
Kitchen extension with Velux windows
Converted cellar with sealed walls and flagstone flooring
Rear yard with new decorative flagstones
Loft fully boarded with lighting and ladder access
Band: A
Cost: £1,578 pa