3-bedroom house · M3 4DS
To rentListed 72 days · slow let
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About
This magnificently restored four storey Georgian townhouse offers c3000 sqft of exquisite living accommodation. One of the finest houses in Manchester.
The original houses on St John Street dates back to around 1785, and these townhouses were used as residential dwellings until around the 1850's.
Benefits from three bedrooms, two separate living areas, formal & casual dining areas every inch of this property has been renovated & immaculately designed to the highest of standards.
Furthermore the basement has been sympathetically restored to create a further entertaining area with bespoke bar, wine storage and a separate utility room. Available to rent from 1st October 2026.
History The special architectural and historic interest of St John Street townhouses as a whole is recognised by their Grade II Listed designation.
The significance of the buildings primarily lies in their early date of construction and their group value on St John Street.
The first townhouse is thought to have been constructed on the south side of St John Street at around a date of 1785.
The street forms the main focus and reason for the designation of the St John Street Conservation Area.
The houses are thought to have been used as residential dwellings up until around the 1850’s and more recently as medical consulting rooms.
Specification The townhouse has been restored and renovated to its former glory, by utilising the highest of specification available, to include marble cloud tiling with underfloor heating to hallway and kitchen areas.
The bespoke contemporary kitchen has been designed by Stuart Frazer and retains original fireplaces within the contemporary new kitchen.
Three double bedrooms are complemented by a further two bespoke en-suite bathrooms and a further family bathroom.
There are living / dining areas on both the ground and second floors, and a further study.
The townhouse is furnished to the very highest of standards with no expense spared on the fixtures and fittings throughout the home.
The basement level adds an extra dimension to the townhouse, having been beautifully converted to add a further entertaining area with bespoke bar, utility room and wine cellar.
Value & comps
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About 17, St. John Street, Manchester
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